Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from RM 111
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 28/4 and drop-off date of 17/5. 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.
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 15 April 2025.
Most popular company | East Coast Car Rentals |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | RM 153 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 111 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Australia?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Australia 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 15 April 2025.
January
RM 158
February
RM 132
March
RM 136
April
RM 180
May
RM 123
June
RM 123
July
RM 123
August
RM 114
September
RM 141
October
RM 167
November
RM 158
December
RM 211
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia 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 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 15 April 2025.
There are currently 3,289 hire locations operating in South Australia spread across 100 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia is small car at RM 111 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
RM 116+
Compact
RM 111+
Intermediate
RM 143+
Full-size
RM 331+
SUV
RM 161+
Full-size SUV
RM 275+
Mini
RM 190+
Passenger van
RM 374+
Compact SUV
RM 120+
Intermediate SUV
RM 135+
Standard SUV
RM 210+
Supplier choice
RM 285+
Compare available car types for rental in South Australia
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Australia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Small cars | RM 66 - RM 213 | |
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All Car Types | RM 125 - RM 393 |
To rent a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 138/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Australia (~RM 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 213/day). In fact, January is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a small car saves you 36% 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 South Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 195/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Australia (~RM 110/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 335/day). In fact, April is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a medium car saves you 11% 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 South Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 248/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Australia (~RM 202/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 518/day). In fact, July is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a large car is 13% 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 rent a SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 199/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Australia (~RM 118/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 413/day). In fact, May is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a SUV saves you 8% 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 South Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 265/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Australia (~RM 145/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 775/day). In fact, September is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a van is 19% 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 South Australia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 15 April 2025.
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Best South Australia car rental deals found
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 RM 207. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
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 15 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 153/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 153/day from East Coast Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 13.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South Australia?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Australia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Ace Rental Cars (RM 111/day), Simba Car Hire (RM 120/day), and Yesaway (RM 135/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Australia?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating) and Fox (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Australia.
What are petrol prices like in South Australia?
The average price of petrol in South Australia is RM 4.68/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 210 and RM 304 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?
Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. East Coast Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,073/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Australia for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 40% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 8 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in South Australia.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?
Yes, renting a vehicle in South Australia for a month is certainly possible.
Small car rentals in South Australia
Find small car rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in South Australia cost an average of RM 347 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Luxury car rentals in South Australia
Find luxury car rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in South Australia cost an average of RM 348 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
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 15 April 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 (RM 50+).
Electric
RM 70+
Hybrid
RM 73+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 50+