Cheapflights insights for Adelaide car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Adelaide, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Adelaide?
Book your car hire in Adelaide 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 103/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 199% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Adelaide?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Adelaide is Thrifty (rated 9.6/10 with 1 review). Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide?
Planning to hire a car in Adelaide? June is the cheapest month, costing about AED 99 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 180. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 132
February
AED 110
March
AED 114
April
AED 173
May
AED 103
June
AED 99
July
AED 107
August
AED 99
September
AED 118
October
AED 140
November
AED 132
December
AED 180
What car do most people hire in Adelaide?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Adelaide are the following: SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), Full-size cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), and Compact cars (Suzuki Baleno or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Adelaide?
keddy by Europcar has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Adelaide at 5.
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 14 June 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 14 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Adelaide?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Adelaide for a month is certainly possible.