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 13 May 2025.
January
Rp 598,205
February
Rp 498,504
March
Rp 515,121
April
Rp 780,990
May
Rp 432,037
June
Rp 448,654
July
Rp 465,270
August
Rp 432,037
September
Rp 531,738
October
Rp 631,439
November
Rp 598,205
December
Rp 814,224
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide is May. 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 13 May 2025.
Economy
Rp 672,483+
Compact
Rp 395,148+
Intermediate
Rp 298,106+
Full-size SUV
Rp 850,781+
Supplier choice
Rp 569,292+
Compact SUV
Rp 591,392+
Intermediate SUV
Rp 594,051+
Standard SUV
Rp 618,644+
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 13 May 2025.
Small cars | Rp 261,382 - Rp 2,438,268 | |
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All Car Types | Rp 261,382 - Rp 2,696,078 |
To hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 494,677/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~Rp 261,382/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 2,438,268/day). In fact, October is about 48% 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 35% 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 13 May 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.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 May 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 (Rp 298,106/day), Yesaway (Rp 395,148/day), and Alamo (Rp 569,292/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 Rp 16,949.16/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 762,712 and Rp 1,101,695 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Adelaide for a week from Simba Car Hire?
Simba Car Hire is one of the most popular car hire companies in Adelaide, offering car hire for around Rp 3,032,403 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 40%). 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.
How much is a car hire in Adelaide for a weekend?
Rp 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Adelaide, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Adelaide, then opt for a Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of June, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as Rp 0/day.
What car do most people hire in Adelaide?
The most popular car to hire while in Adelaide is the Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle.
Car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Adelaide. Deals were last updated on 13 May 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Adelaide. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (Rp 24+).
Electric
Rp 32+
Hybrid
Rp 24+
Petrol/Diesel
Rp 26+