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Compare rates and book a car hire at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

Adelaide Airport

Adelaide Airport (ADL) has a single passenger terminal, from where both domestic and international flights are operated. The airport is conveniently located less than a 15-minute drive from the centre of Adelaide, so book through VroomVroomVroom and we’ll have your car waiting for you from the moment you step off the plane.

Quick facts on hiring a car at Adelaide Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport and Ute.
🔑 No. of depotsNine car rental depots at Adelaide Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAlamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Enterprise, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Upcoming car rental rates at Adelaide Airport*

Economy Car
Economy Car

Starts at AUD $58/day
From December 10, 2023 to December 13, 2023
Compact Car
Compact Car

Starts at AUD $59/day
From December 10, 2023 to December 13, 2023
Intermediate SUV
Intermediate SUV

Starts at AUD $81/day
From December 08, 2023 to December 13, 2023
Passenger Van
Passenger Van

Starts at AUD $97/day
From December 08, 2023 to December 13, 2023

*Rates last updated on December 05, 2023 Rental rate prices displayed were available in response to a search at 7:03 am on December 05, 2023 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

Car rental depots at Adelaide Airport

Please note that the depot hours below may change at any time without notice.

Alamo Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    08:00 - 22:30
Avis Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    06:00 - 23:00
  • saturday
    06:00 - 22:00
  • sunday
    06:00 - 23:00
Budget Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 23:00
Dollar Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 23:00
East Coast Adelaide * 376 Sir Donald Bradman Drive
  • mon - fri
    07:00 - 20:30
  • sat - sun
    07:00 - 18:00
Enterprise Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    08:00 - 22:30
Hertz Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 23:00
Sixt Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 23:00
Thrifty Adelaide Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 23:00
*East Coast is an off-airport provider, meaning a complimentary shuttle bus will take you directly from the terminal to their site.

Picking up a rental car at Adelaide Airport

There are a selection of on-site car rental brands to select from at Adelaide Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Adelaide Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up and return your rental car in each terminal.

Adelaide Airport orientation: Terminals

Adelaide Airport has a single passenger terminal, from where both domestic and international flights are operated. The terminal consists of three floors, with Arrivals on the ground floor (Level 0) and Departures on the second floor (Level 2).

International and Domestic Terminal

Where are the on-airport hire car desks?

Follow the signs to Arrivals — the on-airport rental cars desks are located on the ground floor of Adelaide Airport, opposite the conveyor belts for luggage.

Where are the on-airport hire cars parked?

The on-airport rental cars are located on the ground floor of the multi-level car park. To reach the car park, leave the terminal and head across the courtyard, crossing at the pedestrian crossing.

What should I do if the car hire desk is unattended?

Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

Where are the off-airport hire cars?

If you booked with an off-airport provider, you’ll need to catch a shuttle to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

Dropping off a hire car at Adelaide Airport

International and Domestic Terminal

Returning an on-airport hire car

Enter through the main airport entrance, drive through the roundabout, and take the second exit on the right before the drop off/collection area. After parking, take the keys to the staff in the car park office.

For after-hours returns, there will be a return slot where you will drop off the key. Park and lock your car, then place the keys in the drop box located in the returns area.

Returning an off-airport hire car

For East Coast return the vehicle to the depot located at 237 Richmond Road, Richmond. A courtesy shuttle service will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to the Departure Terminal.

For after-hours returns you will need to speak to one of the car rental staff when picking up your vehicle to arrange an after hours return.

The information on this section was last reviewed on May 30, 2023.


Frequently asked questions for Adelaide Airport car rental

How much does it cost to hire a car at Adelaide Airport?

Prices start at AUD $58 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $310 per day for a Standard Car. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Adelaide Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a Luxury SUV at Adelaide Airport?

If you are looking for a Luxury SUV option, the rate is AUD $131 per day. Make sure to check a live rate for your desired car hire dates at Adelaide Airport.

How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car at Adelaide Airport?

If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $81 and AUD $137 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car at Adelaide Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Adelaide Airport?

If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs between AUD $97 and AUD $365 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Adelaide Airport.

What is the highest-rated hire car at Adelaide Airport?

The highest-rated rental car at Adelaide Airport is MG MG3 or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Adelaide Airport?

Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider at Adelaide Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Adelaide Airport?

The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day, and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available at Adelaide Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it's best to compare a few different lengths of bookings first to see what day rates result.

Is there a 24-hour rental car provider at Adelaide Airport?

There is no 24-hour rental car provider at Adelaide Airport, but select depots are open until 11:00 pm daily.


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