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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. Read about rental car restrictions for the island if you’re planning to bring a mainland hire car across on the ferry.
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.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 22 Jun - 27 Jun 2026
from AUD $119/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 24 Jun - 29 Jun 2026
from AUD $123/day
Standard Elite Sport
View offerTravel 22 Jun - 27 Jun 2026
from AUD $126/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 20 Jun - 23 Jun 2026
from AUD $136/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 22 Jun - 27 Jun 2026
from AUD $138/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 25 Jun - 28 Jun 2026
from AUD $142/day
Special
View offerTravel 22 Jun - 27 Jun 2026
from AUD $148/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 22 Jun - 27 Jun 2026
from AUD $150/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 22 Jun - 27 Jun 2026
from AUD $157/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 19, 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 19 June, 2026
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- 02 May 2026ahmad saadi a.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarSydney Airport
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- 28 May 2026brian m.Booked: Kia Cerato, Hyundai I30 or similarPerth City
- 01 Jun 2026shpresa v.Booked: Toyota Yaris Cross or similarMelbourne Airport
- 04 Jun 2026dianne a.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarBrisbane Airport
- 19 May 2026david l.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarBrisbane Airport
- 01 Jun 2026sigit p.Booked: Toyota Cross Hybrid or similarSydney Airport
- 13 Jun 2026dinah k.Booked: Standard SUVBrisbane Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, 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
4
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
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Polestar vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire at Kangaroo Island Airport
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
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
4
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 19 June, 2026
Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
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
20 Jun
$126
$148
21 Jun
$126
$148
22 Jun
$119
$180
23 Jun
$162
$186
24 Jun
$119
$186
25 Jun
$126
$186
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
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
20 Jun
$151
$158
21 Jun
$151
$158
22 Jun
$150
$158
23 Jun
$158
$158
24 Jun
$150
$158
25 Jun
$158
$158
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
$138
$147
20 Jun
$136
$160
21 Jun
$136
$160
22 Jun
$138
$147
23 Jun
$147
$197
24 Jun
$138
$197
25 Jun
$147
$147
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
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
20 Jun
$148
$174
21 Jun
$148
$174
22 Jun
$149
$174
23 Jun
$157
$198
24 Jun
$149
$198
25 Jun
$142
$198
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
$152
$152
20 Jun
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
21 Jun
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
22 Jun
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
23 Jun
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
24 Jun
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
25 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
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
20 Jun
$133
$160
21 Jun
$133
$160
22 Jun
$126
$195
23 Jun
$171
$195
24 Jun
$126
$195
25 Jun
$133
$195
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Jun
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
20 Jun
$158
$185
21 Jun
$158
$185
22 Jun
$157
$211
23 Jun
$190
$211
24 Jun
$157
$211
25 Jun
$158
$211
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 19 June, 2026
Car rental depots at Kangaroo Island Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Budget Kangaroo Island Airport
View details5.0 (3)Mon–Sun 7:30 AM - 7:45 PMTerminal Building (Remote), South Australia
Hertz Kingscote Airport
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PMArronmore Rd, South Australia
Thrifty Kingscote Airport
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 9:00 AM - 8:00 PMArronmore Road, 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.
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 $119 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $165 per day for an Intermediate 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 $126 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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