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Cheap Car Hire in South Australia from £10

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 9/9 and drop-off date of 12/9. 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 hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire 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

Simba Car Hire

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

£16

Cheapest price per day

£10

Popular car types in South Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are 101 hire agencies servicing South Australia. These agencies, altogether, have 3,289 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia with prices from £10 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in South Australia:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire 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:

Fiat 500£10/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Yaris£11/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Vauxhall Astra£11/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra

Best car hire deals found in South Australia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Australia with an average daily rate of £21. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Fiat 500£10/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Yaris£11/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Vauxhall Astra£11/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra

Cheapflights insights for South Australia car hires

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 £21, which is about 41% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 £8.92/day found in the past two weeks. JUCY is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £11.29/day.

What is the best car rental company in South Australia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in South Australia?

Planning to hire a car in South Australia? June is the cheapest month, costing about £20 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £36. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£27

February

£22

March

£23

April

£35

May

£21

June

£20

July

£21

August

£20

September

£24

October

£28

November

£27

December

£36

What car do most people hire in South Australia?

SUV cars (Volkswagen Tiguan, for example) are the most popular in South Australia. Standard (Kia Sportage) and Compact (Hyundai Accent) 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 car hire company in the area.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South Australia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 27 pickup locations in South Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Top hire agencies in South Australia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire 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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires 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 £16/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for £10/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Simba Car Hire is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Australia, offering car hire for around £112 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring 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?

    Our recent data shows that Provider's pick can potentially be 46% below the average car hire price in South Australia. Check prices and availability for Provider's pick and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Australia is on average £479 a month or £16 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Australia car hire.

Car hires by fuel type in South Australia

Browse car hires 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 hire deals by fuel type in South Australia. 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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