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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. Book today, and you’ll have a vehicle waiting for you from the moment you touch the ground.
Compact CarView offerFrom $109/day
for 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
Compact SUVView offerFrom $130/day
for 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
SpecialView offerFrom $144/day
for 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
Intermediate SUVView offerFrom $166/day
for 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
Premium Pick up (double cab)View offerFrom $174/day
for 18 Sep - 21 Sep 2025
Fullsize Passenger VanView offerFrom $185/day
for 18 Sep - 21 Sep 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 17, 2025 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 17 September, 2025
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- 20 Jun 2025graham p.Booked: Compact AutomaticDarwin City
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Three car rental depots at Kangaroo Island Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport
Ford vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Ford Ranger
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-9
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Polestar vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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 17 September, 2025
Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
$133
$147
19 Sep
$133
$147
20 Sep
$109
$147
21 Sep
$133
$147
22 Sep
$109
$147
23 Sep
$133
$147
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
$145
$160
19 Sep
$145
$163
20 Sep
$130
$178
21 Sep
$145
$178
22 Sep
$130
$160
23 Sep
$145
$160
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
$187
$257
19 Sep
$187
$257
20 Sep
$166
$257
21 Sep
$187
$257
22 Sep
$166
$257
23 Sep
$194
$257
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
$193
$236
19 Sep
$193
$227
20 Sep
$193
$227
21 Sep
$193
$227
22 Sep
$213
$236
23 Sep
$213
$247
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
$185
$256
19 Sep
$185
$218
20 Sep
$185
$218
21 Sep
$185
$218
22 Sep
$207
$256
23 Sep
$231
$256
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
$174
$224
19 Sep
$174
$204
20 Sep
$174
$204
21 Sep
$174
$204
22 Sep
$202
$224
23 Sep
$202
$224
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 17 September, 2025
Car rental depots at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport
Car hire depots at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport are marked on the map below.
Budget Kangaroo Island Airport
On airport • Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport Terminal
Today •7:30 AM - 7:45 PM
5.00 • 3 ratings
Hertz Kingscote Airport
On airport • Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport Terminal
Today •8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
4.80 • 1 rating
Thrifty Kingscote Airport
On airport • Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport Terminal
Today •8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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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.
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 $109 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $227 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 a Minivan or People Mover at Kangaroo Island 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 AUD $185 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates 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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