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Cheap Car Rentals in Adelaide from ₹ 2,551

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 6/4 and drop-off date of 6/4. 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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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 2 March 2025.

January

₹ 3,148

February

₹ 2,623

March

₹ 3,498

April

₹ 3,148

May

₹ 2,536

June

₹ 2,448

July

₹ 2,448

August

₹ 2,273

September

₹ 2,798

October

₹ 3,323

November

₹ 3,235

December

₹ 4,285

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 rent in Adelaide and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 2 March 2025.

At ₹ 2,551/day, medium 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

₹ 3,456+

Compact

Compact

₹ 3,594+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 2,551+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 6,359+

SUV

SUV

₹ 6,129+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 8,577+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 7,315+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 8,644+

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 2 March 2025.

Small cars

₹ 1,504 - ₹ 4,332

All Car Types

₹ 1,637 - ₹ 6,899

To hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,610/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~₹ 1,504/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 4,332/day). In fact, July 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 37% 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 ₹ 4,042/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Adelaide, Australia (~₹ 1,766/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 11,507/day). In fact, January is about 57% 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 2% 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 ₹ 5,067/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Adelaide, Australia (~₹ 3,350/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~₹ 9,069/day). In fact, October is about 34% 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 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 Adelaide large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,195/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Adelaide, Australia (~₹ 2,622/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 9,510/day). In fact, August is about 38% 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 is 3% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Ka₹ 3,456/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Hyundai i20₹ 3,594/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Honda City₹ 6,168/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

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 2 March 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Adelaide, such as Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid 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

Best Adelaide car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Adelaide. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Adelaide with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,776. Data was last updated on 2 March 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Adelaide. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota Camry₹ 2,551/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Ford EcoSport₹ 3,222/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Ford Ka₹ 3,456/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 March 2025.
  • 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 (₹ 2,551/day), Alamo (₹ 3,456/day), and East Coast Car Rentals (₹ 4,518/day).

  • 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 ₹ 92/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,132 and ₹ 5,969 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Adelaide, offering car hire for around ₹ 36,402 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 42% to make it a great deal in Adelaide. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Adelaide.

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

    ₹ 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Adelaide. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 848 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Adelaide?

    Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Adelaide according to Cheapflights users.

Small car rentals in Adelaide

Find small car rental deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Adelaide cost an average of ₹ 8,363 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 March 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 2,551/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 3,373/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 4,888/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Adelaide. Deals were last updated on 2 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Adelaide. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (₹ 56+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 73+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 56+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 56+

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