Adelaide car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Adelaide. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 March 2025.
Most popular company | EUROPCAR |
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Price of petrol per litre | AED 3.86 |
Average price per day | AED 101 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 101 |
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 24 March 2025.
January
AED 132
February
AED 110
March
AED 128
April
AED 132
May
AED 106
June
AED 102
July
AED 102
August
AED 95
September
AED 117
October
AED 139
November
AED 132
December
AED 179
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 24 March 2025.
There are 32 hire agencies servicing Adelaide. These agencies, altogether, have 65 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Adelaide with prices from AED 153 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Adelaide:
Economy
AED 164+
Compact
AED 153+
Intermediate
AED 170+
Full-size
AED 309+
Full-size SUV
AED 244+
Premium SUV
AED 280+
Compact SUV
AED 184+
Intermediate SUV
AED 195+
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 24 March 2025.
Small cars | AED 49 - AED 297 | |
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All Car Types | AED 48 - AED 490 |
To rent a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 104/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~AED 49/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~AED 297/day). In fact, January is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a small car saves you 38% 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.
To rent a medium car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 78/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Adelaide, Australia (~AED 47/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~AED 194/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a medium car saves you 53% 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.
To rent a large car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 151/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Adelaide, Australia (~AED 82/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 490/day). In fact, February is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a large car saves you 10% 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.
To rent a SUV in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 135/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Adelaide, Australia (~AED 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 490/day). In fact, January is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a SUV saves you 20% 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 24 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Adelaide, including Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Adelaide. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 24 March 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Adelaide?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 101/day when booking a car hire in Adelaide. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 101/day from Europcar, booked on Mar. 23.
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 AED 3.86/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 174 and AED 251 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Adelaide for a week from Europcar?
Europcar offers hire cars in Adelaide for about AED 710 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Adelaide for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 43% on your car hire. For a below average price in Adelaide, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 8 days in advance.
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 chosen by those travelling to Adelaide is Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander) based on our Cheapflights data.