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Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from S$ 18

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South Australia with a pick-up date of 25-6 and drop-off date of 28-6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. 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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

S$ 61

Cheapest price per day

S$ 18

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 13 June 2025.

There are, in total, 3,289 car hire locations in South Australia that are operated by 101 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: S$ 18/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from South Australia hire providers:

Economy

Economy

S$ 26+

Compact

Compact

S$ 18+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 20+

Standard

Standard

S$ 41+

SUV

SUV

S$ 48+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 79+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 49+

Mini

Mini

S$ 25+

Passenger van

Passenger van

S$ 80+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 21+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

S$ 32+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

S$ 36+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

S$ 41+

Compare car rental deals in South Australia by type

Here are the best South Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosS$ 18/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Honda FitS$ 25/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
BYD e6S$ 26/day
2
M
A/C
BYD e6

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 S$ 37. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosS$ 18/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Ford MondeoS$ 20/day
5
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A/C
Ford Mondeo
Volkswagen T-CrossS$ 21/day
4
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A/C
Volkswagen T-Cross

Cheapflights insights for South Australia car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Australia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Australia?

To get the best deal on car hire in South Australia, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 36, which is about 2% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Australia?

In South Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is JUCY , offering prices from just S$ 18.21/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Ace Rental Cars, with rates starting at S$ 34.75/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 Thrifty (rated 9.6/10 with 2 reviews). Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia?

Planning to hire a car in South Australia? June is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 35 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 63. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

S$ 46

February

S$ 38

March

S$ 40

April

S$ 60

May

S$ 36

June

S$ 35

July

S$ 37

August

S$ 35

September

S$ 41

October

S$ 49

November

S$ 46

December

S$ 63

What car do most people rent in South Australia?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in South Australia. Standard (Nissan X-Trail) and Passenger van (Class Full-size Van) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Australia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Australia?

Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 7 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 13 June 2025.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.8

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Budget

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.3

Simba Car Hire

8.2
Very Good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.1
Very Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

9.3

Ace Rental Cars

7.6
Good
3 reviews4 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 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 61/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 38/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Australia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about S$ 540 per week.

  • 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 S$ 2,316, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 77 a day. Book with Simba Car Hire, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 75% 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (S$ 21+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 22+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 21+

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