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Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from C$ 42
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in South Australia with a pick-up date of 19/11 and drop-off date of 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South Australia car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Most popular company | Budget |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | C$ 89 |
Cheapest price per day | C$ 42 |
Popular car types in South Australia
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
In South Australia, there are 3,299 active rental locations from 108 car rental companies. medium car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Australia in the past week - currently priced from C$ 42/day. View deals for 5 car types available to rent in this destination:
Economy
C$ 71+
Compact
C$ 42+
Intermediate
C$ 42+
Full-size
C$ 124+
SUV
C$ 83+
Minivan
C$ 91+
Full-size SUV
C$ 74+
Mini
C$ 42+
Supplier choice
C$ 38+
Intermediate SUV
C$ 46+
Compact SUV
C$ 50+
Standard SUV
C$ 97+
Compare car rental deals in South Australia by type
Here are the best South Australia small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota YarisC$ 42/day
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Kia SoulC$ 52/day
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Best car rental deals found in South Australia
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Australia with an average daily rate of C$ 69. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Nissan SentraC$ 42/day
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Kia SoulC$ 42/day
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Kia NiroC$ 46/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Australia car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in South Australia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in South Australia?
To get the best deal on a rental car in South Australia, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 41, which is about 16% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in South Australia?
Looking to rent a car in South Australia? Simba Car Hire had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 33.25/day. East Coast Car Rentals also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 39.17/day.
What is the best car rental company in South Australia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Australia is Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 4 reviews). Thrifty (rated 9.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
9.0
Thrifty
9.0
Budget
8.8
Sixt
8.6
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia?
At South Australia, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just C$ 37. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging C$ 67 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Australia, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just C$ 37. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging C$ 67 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
C$ 50
February
C$ 40
March
C$ 43
April
C$ 65
May
C$ 39
June
C$ 37
July
C$ 47
August
C$ 43
September
C$ 48
October
C$ 54
November
C$ 51
December
C$ 67
What car do most people rent in South Australia?
SUV rentals (Mazda CX-3, for example) are the most popular in South Australia. Intermediate (MG ZS) and Compact (Mazda CX-3) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Australia.
Which car rental company has the most locations in South Australia?
Both Firefly and Sunnycars have 11 locations in South Australia, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in South Australia
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 17 September 2025.
Avis
4 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.3
Thrifty
3 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.3
Budget
5 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.8
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.0
Sixt
8 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.1
Value
8.3
Simba Car Hire
9 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.4
Hertz
9 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
7.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
9.3
Ace Rental Cars
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
6.8
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
8.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
What is the cheapest rental car found in South Australia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 89/day when booking a rental car in South Australia. The best deal a user found was for C$ 64/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Australia for a week from Simba Car Hire?
Simba Car Hire is one of the top picks in South Australia. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 290 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?
Yes, renting a vehicle in South Australia for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Australia for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in South Australia can be found for about C$ 1,243, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 41 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 40% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.
Car rentals by fuel type in South Australia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Australia. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on 17 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 26+).
Electric
C$ 54+
Gas/Diesel
C$ 26+
Hybrid
C$ 30+