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Cheap Car Hire in Adelaide from $28

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 Adelaide with a pick-up date of 12/1 and drop-off date of 14/1. 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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Adelaide car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Adelaide. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.67

Average price per day

$59

Cheapest price per day

$28

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Adelaide?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Adelaide and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

January

$53

February

$50

March

$68

April

$57

May

$49

June

$44

July

$42

August

$41

September

$50

October

$60

November

$58

December

$73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Adelaide

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Adelaide and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

At $28/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Adelaide in the past week. Out of 32 car hire agencies operating in Adelaide, there are, in total, 65 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare available car types for hire in Adelaide

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Adelaide to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

$44 - $85

All Car Types

$71 - $111

To hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $60/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$85/day). In fact, July is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a small car saves you 32% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $71/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Adelaide, Australia (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$90/day). In fact, August is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a medium car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $120/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Adelaide, Australia (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$153/day). In fact, June is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a large car is 27% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $83/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Adelaide, Australia (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$110/day). In fact, June is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a SUV saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $137/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Adelaide, Australia (~$116/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$169/day). In fact, July is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a van is 37% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $142/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Adelaide, Australia (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$189/day). In fact, February is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a pickup truck is 39% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of $142/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Adelaide, Australia (~$102/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$183/day). In fact, July is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a luxury car is 39% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Kia Picanto$28/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$30/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris$33/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top hire agencies in Adelaide

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Adelaide known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Adelaide. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Adelaide, including Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
1 review4 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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.2

Simba Car Hire

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.0

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

Budget

8.0
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.7
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

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

Best Adelaide car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Adelaide. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Adelaide with an average daily rate of $45. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Adelaide. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Picanto$28/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris Cross$28/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Cross
Hyundai Accent Hatch$30/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in Adelaide?

    You must be at least 21 years of age to be able to book car rentals in Adelaide. Adelaide car rentals require you to have and present a valid driver’s license. The driver must have held their license for at least one year. If the driver’s license of your country of origin is not in English you must acquire an International Driver’s Permit before arriving in Australia and picking up your car rental.

  • What are the rules for driving in Adelaide?

    The most important thing you should know before you pick up your Adelaide car rental is that they drive on the left-hand side of the road. Remind yourself about this constantly when behind the wheel. All passengers must wear a seatbelt when driving in Australia. There are speed limits for all roads so make sure to look out for the signs. In Australia you are not allowed to be driving a car with a blood alcohol content of 0.05% or higher. We suggest leaving your car rentals in Adelaide at the hotel if you plan on having a drink. Check the department of motor vehicles of Adelaide for updated information on driving regulations.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Adelaide?

    When planning on driving in Australia, pick your car rental according to the sights you wish to visit, whether they’re in the city or off the beaten path. If you plan on exploring out of the city, we recommend a passenger van rental for large groups or finding rental cars in Adelaide with four-wheel drive. There is so much to explore along the coast of Adelaide. In this case, picking an SUV for rental cars in Adelaide could be a perfect fit for your trip. For those who plan on just visiting the city with not a lot of passengers, an electric car rental or compact car rentals in Adelaide could be a great option.

  • What are the best places to park in Adelaide?

    Parking in Adelaide isn’t known to be too difficult. The city offers both short-term and long-term parking facilities for you and your cheap car rental in Adelaide. On-street parking in Adelaide is only metered within the R1 highway in Adelaide City and North Adelaide. The areas surrounding the city center are more residential and may be easier to find parking. Make sure to always check the parking signs before leaving your cheap car rental in Adelaide, just in case it has time restrictions. You can pay for your Adelaide parking with your mobile phone on the Park Adelaide app.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Adelaide?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $59/day when booking a car hire in Adelaide. The absolute best deal a user found was for $31/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Adelaide?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Adelaide from the following companies over the past two weeks: Simba Car Hire ($28/day), Yesaway ($30/day), and Europcar ($42/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Adelaide?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (9.3 rating), East Coast Car Rentals (9.1 rating) and Avis (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Adelaide.

  • What are petrol prices like in Adelaide?

    The average price of petrol in Adelaide is $1.67/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $75 and $108 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the top picks in Adelaide. They can have you in a hire car for about $335 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Adelaide for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Adelaide it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 46%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Adelaide?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Adelaide for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Adelaide for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Adelaide can be found for $1,434. You can find car hire deals to be on average $48 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Adelaide for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Adelaide, you can expect the average price to be around $108. Usually a Mini hire in Adelaide is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for January, it will cost approximately $90 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Adelaide?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Premium (Kia Carnival) in Adelaide, making it the most popular option.

Small car hires in Adelaide

Find small car hire deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Adelaide cost an average of $41 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Kia Picanto$28/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Nissan March$29/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan March
Kia Picanto$29/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hires by fuel type in Adelaide

Browse car hires by fuel type in Adelaide. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Adelaide. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Adelaide. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($18+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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