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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 8 April 2025.

January

Rp 609,549

February

Rp 507,958

March

Rp 541,821

April

Rp 660,345

May

Rp 491,026

June

Rp 474,094

July

Rp 474,094

August

Rp 440,230

September

Rp 541,821

October

Rp 643,413

November

Rp 609,549

December

Rp 829,664

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Adelaide

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 8 April 2025.

Small cars

Rp 266,339 - Rp 2,484,507

All Car Types

Rp 266,339 - Rp 2,747,206

To hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 464,499/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~Rp 266,339/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 2,484,507/day). In fact, October is about 43% 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 47% 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.

Top rental agencies in Adelaide

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Adelaide known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Adelaide. Reviews were last updated on 8 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Adelaide, including Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Adelaide. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

8.1
Very Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.8

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

Hertz

7.5
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Adelaide?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (9.5 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 Rp 17,778.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 800,034 and Rp 1,155,604 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 most popular car hire companies in Adelaide, offering car hire for around Rp 4,173,214 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 43%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 8 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, renting a vehicle in Adelaide for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Adelaide?

    The most popular car to hire while in Adelaide is the Class Full-size Truck, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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