Cheap Car Rentals at Adelaide Airport

Adelaide, SA, Australia - Adelaide (ADL)

5 Oct — 12 Oct

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Thu 12/10

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Top rental agencies in Adelaide Airport

East Coast Car Rentals

9.7

Wonderful

8 reviews•2 locations

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8.0

Very Good|May 2023

I didn’t know the office was closed on Sunday evening so we had to make our way to the Airport.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Hired a Suzuki swift. The fuel economy was fantastic. The suspension/ tyres were harsh for a car with only 11,000 ks on it. Other than that it’s a great little car.

7.6

Good|Sep 2018

Value for money. The car was clean and reasonably maintained.

The pick up and drop off point is not at strategic location although shutter service was provided.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2018

Car rental counter was off site from airport, but they made it very easy to pick up and return the car!

6.0

Okay|Aug 2018

Staff were friendly and proffessional.

Given my recent full hip replacement, I got a manual but had every expectation that I was getting an automatic. I managed through it, because I had to. Else, if I had time and opportunity to argue and go elseware I would have. I will not get stuck like this ever again. Also, I reported that the small car pulled to the left and the rear disc callipers were scraping loudly.

4.0

Mediocre|May 2018

Lower priced than the more well known rental companies.

They charged my credit card a mysterious fee with no explanation more than 3 weeks after I had returned the rental, on top of the rental costs already incurred.

1 out of 3

Thrifty

2 locations

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Alamo

8.7

Very Good

18 reviews•1 location

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8.0

Very Good|Apr 2023

At the service desk there was an extra charge of $10 per day for an additional driver. Annoying considering my partner was the only one who drove the car but because the booking was under my name and card we had to pay it.

4.0

Mediocre|Mar 2023

Car had not been cleaned. Remote lock/unlock not working intermittently.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Rates higher than previously

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2022

Great service, helpful staff, car was clean and suited our needs. Easy pick up and return.

4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2023

Wanted to charge more for insurance than the actual rental so I didn't take the car

8.0

Very Good|Aug 2023

So pick up was perfect. Drop off we were approached by someone who wanted the keys, no uniform no ID and when we asked for ID and said we would follow instructions and leave keys in key drop, the staff got shirty with something to the effect of ‘fine walk to the terminal see if I care’ and was very rude. It would have been the worst if they were scammers and the car got taken…. Very disappointing. We were simply looking after your car

1 out of 6

Avis

8.5

Very Good

5 reviews•1 location

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6.0

Okay|Mar 2023

The car was a good price but got hit with having to pay more for the insurance than the actual car! Rip off! Returned car back a day early as well.. and no refund or anything .. pathetic customer service.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2022

Everything well done with friendly knowledgeable service

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2022

No comment all good

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2019

Staff were so helpful and responsive. Car was great. I would go back to Avis any time!

2.0

Poor|Nov 2018

i booked a manual through the website but once i went there, there were no any manuals owned by them

1 out of 2

Apex

8.0

Very Good

5 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2022

The experience was great and not stressful at all

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2022

Easy to pick up and friendly staff

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2022

Value for money was a priority. Being collected from the airport to the depot is very easy and make it an easier access out of the airport with no worries. We are very happy with all that you offered and well done to your fabulous Staff. Jane Derham

2.0

Poor|May 2022

I had to cancell within 40 hours of the hire date due to unforeseen circumstances. Your 48 hour cancellation policy is out of step with industry standards and blatantly unfair. I will never use your company again.

6.0

Okay|May 2022

Very disappointed that I had to make arrangements to return the hire car the day prior to expected (prior to 4.45pm) as there is no after-hours key return. My flight was 7.10am and I was advised I could not drop off until after 9am.

1 out of 2

Europcar

7.9

Good

7 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

The car had a surface clean. When we opened the boot or doors, the insides were really dusty.

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

The staff is so nice and good service

2.0

Poor|Dec 2021

I booked the car using kayak, which was good! The car was good too, however Europcar has charged me for the car (which I had already paid for) and the fuel (which we filled full tank while returning) out of my deposit. I have personally gone to their store in Adelaide city and spoken about it, they asked me to call and e-mail customer care which I did. I have provided proof of my payments and haven't heard back from them yet!

8.0

Very Good|Jun 2022

Good service, vehicle upgrade and price

8.0

Very Good|Jan 2022

Need more staff over Xmas/New Year in Adelaide

4.0

Mediocre|Jan 2022

Child car seat was left in vehicle, had us questioning the cleaning element.. $200 deposit required which was not stated in the paperwork.

1 out of 3

JUCY

2 locations

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Ace Rental Cars

6.0

Okay

2 reviews•3 locations

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6.0

Okay|Mar 2022

Very cheap car hire. Unfortunately pick up/drop off not located at the airport. Was a bit of a mission to organise shuttle pick up unable to get through on number provided on website. Man was quite rude when we returned the car, we advised that the tyre pressure was low as came up on the dash, he was quick to say we must have popped the tyre. Didn’t appreciate his manner, however no issues during handover.

2.0

Poor|Jan 2022

retty poor for an airport rental company. Should have read reviews first as I wouldn’t have booked with them if I had. Arrived at Adelaide airport and called for the shuttle bus and was told that the last one had left, they were about to close and I wouldn’t be able to collect the car until the next day!? WTF Nowhere during the booking process did I see that you need to be at the shuttle LATEST 5:30pm If that happens go to, I suggest going to the Budget rentals office at the airport. They had the best price and vehicles compared to Avis and Hertz (who wanted $500+$100 bond for 3 days small car rental) 😳

1 out of 1

Car rental FAQs

Which car hire providers are at Adelaide Airport?

There are 10 car rental providers located at Adelaide Airport. The following companies can be found near the Adelaide Airport car rental counter:East Coast Car Rentals (9.7)Hertz (9.6)Sixt (9.2)Thrifty (9.0)Alamo (8.7)Avis (8.5)Apex (8.0)Europcar (7.9)Budget (7.7)Ace Rental Cars (6.0)

Which car hire company is considered to be the best at Adelaide Airport?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), East Coast Car Rentals (9.7 rating) and Thrifty (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies at Adelaide Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a car at Adelaide Airport for a week from Alamo?

Alamo offers hire cars at Adelaide Airport for about AED 1,369 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car at Adelaide Airport 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 28% to make it a great deal at Adelaide Airport. Try to book at least 81 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.