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Car rental rates at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport, South Australia

Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport (KGC) serves Kangaroo Island which sits in the Great Asutralian Bight to the southwest of the capital of South Australia, Adelaide.


Search and compare the best rates on Kangaroo Island Airport rentals with VroomVroomVroom. For guidance on road rules and routes across South Australia, visit our Adelaide car hire page.

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 13, 2026 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.

Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 13 April, 2026

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Our customers have rated their Kangaroo Island Airport car rental booking experience 4.6/5
(30 reviews)
  • 25 Feb 2026

    Easy and great price

    victoria p.
    Booked: Kia Carnival or similar
    Sydney Domestic Airport
    Kia Carnival or similar
  • 17 Jan 2026

    Very easy

    marg f.
    Booked: Mg 3 Core or similar
    Sydney Airport
    Mg 3 Core or similar
  • 23 Mar 2026

    Quick and easy and when I rang with a question but my phone hung up was called back promptly (Jason)and when I rang back was answered again in good time (John) by call centre who answered my query concisely without hesitation so my time was not wasted at all. I was struggling with feeling I was a bit short for any extra information I had to search myself but unsure if that was my concern...

    andrew l.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Nowra
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 21 Dec 2025

    Very easy to navigate

    jack b.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Cairns Domestic Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 15 Jan 2026

    Always great service! Thank you.

    tony r.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 13 Mar 2026

    Easy to navigate and compare best available deals...

    gavin r.
    Booked: Toyota Landcruiser Prado or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Toyota Landcruiser Prado or similar
  • 23 Mar 2026

    Been using this site for many years. THE BEST!!!!

    murray s.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Williamtown Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 22 Mar 2026

    easy, low load, no stalls

    rose a.
    Booked: Standard SUV
    Hobart Airport
    Standard SUV
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport.
🔑 No. of depotsFour car rental depots at Kangaroo Island Airport.
✅ Rental brandsBudget, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport

Ford vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Isuzu vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Isuzu FRR 500

    Isuzu FRR 500

    2

    5

    Providers

    Budget

Kia vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Budget

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mercedes vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Mercedes-Benz 313 Mwb High Roof Sprinter

    Mercedes-Benz 313 Mwb High Roof Sprinter

    3

    5

    Providers

    Budget

Polestar vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Coaster 22 Seater

    Toyota Coaster 22 Seater

    22

    5

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Fortuner

    Toyota Fortuner

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Other vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport

  • 4wd Tray

    4wd Tray

    2

    5

    Providers

    Budget

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

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The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.

Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 13 April, 2026

Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Wed

15 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Thu

16 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Fri

17 Apr

$151

$178

Sat

18 Apr

$122

$178

Sun

19 Apr

$151

$178

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Wed

15 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Thu

16 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Fri

17 Apr

$189

$189

Sat

18 Apr

$189

$189

Sun

19 Apr

$180

$180

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

$168

$168

Tue

14 Apr

$168

$168

Wed

15 Apr

$168

$168

Thu

16 Apr

$163

$168

Fri

17 Apr

$168

$168

Sat

18 Apr

$132

$192

Sun

19 Apr

$164

$192

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

$203

$226

Wed

15 Apr

$203

$226

Thu

16 Apr

$156

$257

Fri

17 Apr

$177

$236

Sat

18 Apr

$149

$236

Sun

19 Apr

$169

$236

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

$213

$236

Wed

15 Apr

$185

$236

Thu

16 Apr

$181

$268

Fri

17 Apr

$182

$214

Sat

18 Apr

$182

$214

Sun

19 Apr

$182

$214

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Wed

15 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Thu

16 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Fri

17 Apr

$167

$196

Sat

18 Apr

$167

$196

Sun

19 Apr

$167

$196

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

$176

$200

Wed

15 Apr

$176

$200

Thu

16 Apr

$129

$200

Fri

17 Apr

$160

$192

Sat

18 Apr

$129

$192

Sun

19 Apr

$160

$192

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Tue

14 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Wed

15 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Thu

16 Apr

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Fri

17 Apr

$156

$184

Sat

18 Apr

$156

$184

Sun

19 Apr

$156

$184

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Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.

Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.

Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.

Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 13 April, 2026

Car rental depots at Kangaroo Island Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Budget Kangaroo Island Airport

    Budget Kangaroo Island Airport

    View details
    5.0 (3)Mon–Sun 07:30–19:45

    Terminal Building (Remote), South Australia

  • Hertz Kingscote Airport

    Hertz Kingscote Airport

    View details
    4.8 (1)Mon–Sun 08:00–18:00

    Arronmore Rd, South Australia

  • Thrifty Kingscote Airport

    Thrifty Kingscote Airport

    View details
    5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 9:00–20:00

    Arronmore Road, South Australia

  • Thrifty Kingscote Airport

    Thrifty Kingscote Airport

    View details
    No reviewsMon–Sun 08:00–18:00

    Arronmore Rd, South Australia

Nearby Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport

Organising to pick up your hire car from the airport is great for convenience, but can cost more. If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Kangaroo Island Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Kangaroo Island Airport?

    Prices start at AUD $122 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $214 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Kangaroo Island Airport.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car at Kangaroo Island Airport?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $129 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car at Kangaroo Island Airport.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car at Kangaroo Island Airport?

    The highest-rated rental car at Kangaroo Island Airport is Nissan X-Trail or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Kangaroo Island Airport?

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

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Kangaroo Island 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 Kangaroo Island Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.

  • Where is the closest petrol station to Kangaroo Island Airport?

    Take a 15-minute drive into Kingscote via the Playford Highway, and you’ll find a Caltex service station on Kohinoor Road off Murray Street.

  • Can I take my rental car off the island?

    Some rental brands allow ferry travel while others don’t, so it’s always best to check with the brand you’re collecting from.

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