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South Australia car rentals in 2026

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 18 July 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₹ 3,621

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,558
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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?

Book your car hire in South Australia 88 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 3,179/day on average when booked 88 days ahead, which saves you 8,016% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South Australia?

Simba Car Hire is currently the cheapest car hire company in South Australia with deals as low as ₹ 23/day found in the past two weeks. East Coast Car Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 26/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 East Coast Car Rentals (rated 9.3/10). Avis (rated 9.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.

East Coast Car Rentals
East Coast Car Rentals
9.3
Avis
Avis
9.1
Thrifty
Thrifty
9.1
Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars
7.6

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 ₹ 2,987 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 5,203. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 3,565

February

₹ 4,143

March

₹ 4,239

April

₹ 4,625

May

₹ 3,276

June

₹ 2,987

July

₹ 3,179

August

₹ 2,987

September

₹ 3,469

October

₹ 3,854

November

₹ 3,758

December

₹ 5,203

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

Both Avis and East Coast Car Rentals have 2 locations in South Australia, more than any other rental company in the area.

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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 18 July 2026.

East Coast Car Rentals

1 location
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Avis

2 locations
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Thrifty

4 locations
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Ace Rental Cars

4 locations
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Europcar

2 locations
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JUCY

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Ace

1 location
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National

1 location
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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 18 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,621/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,281/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Jul. 11.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Australia, offering car hire for around ₹ 11,806 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Australia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • 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 ₹ 50,597, with the average price for a rental being around ₹ 1,687 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 39% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.

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