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Car rental offers Adelaide Airport

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable car for the lowest price. Below are a few examples from our selection in Adelaide Airport.

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Rental car options at Adelaide Airport

The following car rental companies received the highest ratings in Adelaide Airport. Compare the ratings and prices of these rental companies with a single search.

  • East Coast Car Rentals

    9 (123)
    From £ 26 / day
  • Hertz

    8.9 (6852)
    No rates available
  • Alamo

    8.4 (8619)
    From £ 25 / day
  • Thrifty

    8.3 (5438)
    No rates available
  • Enterprise

    8.2 (1921)
    No rates available
  • Sixt

    7.9 (3316)
    From £ 41 / day
  • Europcar

    7.9 (8061)
    From £ 25 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.8 (3331)
    No rates available
  • Avis

    7.1 (5940)
    No rates available
  • Budget

    7.1 (9604)
    No rates available
  • Ace Rental Cars

    6.9 (14)
    No rates available
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.2 (4314)
    No rates available
  • National Car Rental

    8.1 (402)
    No rates available
  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.5 (3811)
    No rates available

Adelaide Airport average daily price per month

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), October is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), February is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), February is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), August is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), July is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a sports car?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), January is the most affordable time to rent a sports car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting a sports car, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Adelaide Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a convertible?

At this destination (Adelaide Airport), July is the most affordable time to rent a convertible with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting a convertible, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental location Adelaide Airport

Adelaide Airport Guide

Car Hire

Serving South Australia’s capital, Adelaide Airport lies next to West Beach, less than four miles from the city centre. Australia’s fifth-busiest airport caters to over seven million passengers a year, many of which use airport buses and shuttles to access their hotels. A more convenient option, however, is to make use of car hire at Adelaide Airport, with the drive into the city taking just 15 minutes.

Who to Book With
The ground level of the terminal features car hire desks for Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thifty, with vehicles kept at a new multi-floor car park nearby. There are also local, off-site suppliers which offer less convenient service.

Need to Know Essentials
You will need to present the following documents at vehicle pick up:

- Booking voucher
- Driver’s licence
- A secondary form of ID, such as a passport or utility bill
- The credit card which was used to make the booking

For more info read our FAQ's.

Driving
The roads around Adelaide are in reasonable condition, but drivers should note that distances between destinations are often vast and should prepare accordingly. It is important to refuel when the opportunity arises when travelling in remote areas, with some routes only accessible via four-wheel drive. Most rental cars here are automatic transmission, so bear this in mind when choosing a vehicle. Drivers should avoid city centre driving during peak congestion periods and abide by speed limits as speed cameras are present in all states. Some routes are tolled.

See our guide to Australia for more information on driving here.

Transport

Taxis and limousines, shuttle and public buses, and car rental can all be used to get from the airport to the city, with the latter offering the greatest convenience for those with luggage. The drive into the city from the airport takes just 15 minutes without stops.

Taxis
Terminal 1 has a taxi rank at the entrance to the ground level. Taxis departing from here charge a £1.30 airport pick-up fee in addition to the fare.

Taxi prices:
Adelaide Airport to Adelaide city centre is about £12

Buses
The Skylink Airport Shuttle has scheduled services between the airport, Keswick Interstate Railway Terminal costs approx. £2.60 and Adelaide city centre around £5.20. The Adelaide Airport Flyer offers a door-to-door minibus service to Adelaide locations and beyond, with reservations advised at least 48 hours in advance. JetBus public bus services leave every 15 minutes from outside Terminal 1’s Domestic area and travel to the city and coastal suburbs. Fares run between £3 and £1.80, depending on time of travel. Bus journeys from the airport to the CBD usually take no more than 25 minutes.

Facilities

Terminals
The recently developed, single terminal caters to both domestic and international traffic to destinations within Australia and in Asia and the Middle East, respectively. It is frequently praised for its passenger amenities, including lounges, shops and wireless internet.

Parking
A new multi-floor, undercover parking facility caters to the short-term parking needs of up to 1,640 vehicles. It is directly connected to the terminal and charges around £20 for up to 24 hours and £4 for less than one hour of parking. Long-term parking is available at a seven-minute walk or short, free shuttle bus ride from the terminal. Rates here are around £15 per day or £30 for three days.

Wi-Fi
Terminal 1 offers free wireless internet access to passengers via AAL. There are also self-service internet kiosks next to Hungry Jack’s which accept coin or credit card payment.

Information Services
Burgundy-clad Airport Ambassadors roam the terminal to provide assistance to passengers. The Information and Tourist Bookings desk is located on Level 0, across from International Arrivals.

Useful Numbers
Adelaide Airport and Special Assistance: +61 8 8308 9211

Accessibility
Drop offs can be made near the new multi-floor, short-stay car park, with Customer Service Officers able to meet passengers with reduced mobility to provide assistance. Select check-in desks have been lowered for wheelchair users, while others have Counter Hearing Systems for those with hearing difficulties. People movers and lifts are available within the terminal, while taxis which can accommodate wheelchairs are available outside.

Restaurants and Bars
Most eating and drinking options are located on Level 2, including the 1862 Bar for drinks, Café Terra Rose for coffee, Dreamy Donuts for sweet snacks and Hungry Jack’s (Burger King) for burgers. For a sit-down meal, Icons of South Australia offers tasty regional foods and wines.

VIP Lounges
There are no public VIP lounges at Adelaide Airport.

Money and ATMs
Three Travelex desks offering foreign currency exchange services are present in Terminal 1, both before and after security. Additionally, there are Foreign Exchange ATMs on the ground floor and Level 2 alongside regular ATMs.

Shopping
Just about all of Adelaide Airport’s shopping outlets are located on Level 2, including the Airport Pharmacy (Shop 23) for sunscreen and over-the-counter medication, Australian Way (Shop 9) for souvenirs and aboriginal crafts, Blue Illusion (Shop 18) for women’s fashion, Duty Free Stores Australia (shops 14-16) for tax-free alcohol, tobacco and cosmetics, and Newslink (Shop 5) for reading material.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Australian dollar
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Intermediate

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • East Coast Car Rentals
  • Hertz
  • Alamo
  • Thrifty
  • Enterprise
  • Sixt
  • Europcar
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Ace Rental Cars
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • National Car Rental
  • FireFly Car Rental
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