Mount Gambier in South Australia is famous for its Blue Lake.

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Car rental rates in Mt Gambier, South Australia

The rural centre of Mt Gambier lies on the slopes of the extinct volcano that forms Mount Gambier. The town is situated about 450 kilometres southeast of Adelaide, about 100 kilometres south of Naracoorte, and around 17 kilometres from the Victorian border. Known for its volcanic and limestone features, the beautiful Blue Lake is one of the must-visit spots in the area.


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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 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 in AUD from a search run on 13 November, 2026 — refreshed daily · includes mandatory fees · use the comparison tool for a live quote.

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Our customers have rated their Mt Gambier car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(10 reviews)
  • 22 Aug 2026

    Quick and easy booking

    marlon s.
    Booked: Kia Carnival or similar
    Parramatta
    Kia Carnival or similar
  • 13 Oct 2026

    Quick and easy

    nicholas l.
    Booked: Mazda 3 or similar
    Sydney Airport
    Mazda 3 or similar
  • 29 Sep 2026

    quick and easy

    jamie c.
    Booked: MG Core 3 or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    MG Core 3 or similar
  • 20 Sep 2026

    Very easy and clear.

    michael h.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 18 Oct 2026

    Easy to navigate booking procedure, all important customer orientated points are succinctly addressed

    dieter b.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 11 Oct 2026

    fast

    radek s.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Sydney Downtown
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 17 Aug 2026

    Easy affordable and quick

    sol w.
    Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Mystery Vehicle or similar
  • 29 Sep 2026

    Very very easy

    geoffrey m.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX 2w.d. or similar
    Mascot / Sydney Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX 2w.d. or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Mt Gambier

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots at Mt Gambier Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Mt Gambier daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$52

$62

Sat

14 Nov

$60

$62

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$52

$62

Tue

17 Nov

$55

$62

Wed

18 Nov

$55

$62

Thu

19 Nov

$55

$62

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$64

$90

Sat

14 Nov

$64

$90

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$64

$90

Tue

17 Nov

$64

$90

Wed

18 Nov

$64

$90

Thu

19 Nov

$64

$90

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$70

$110

Sat

14 Nov

$70

$110

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$70

$110

Tue

17 Nov

$70

$110

Wed

18 Nov

$70

$110

Thu

19 Nov

$70

$110

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$71

$78

Sat

14 Nov

$75

$78

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$60

$82

Tue

17 Nov

$67

$82

Wed

18 Nov

$64

$82

Thu

19 Nov

$67

$82

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$74

$114

Sat

14 Nov

$74

$114

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$74

$114

Tue

17 Nov

$74

$114

Wed

18 Nov

$74

$114

Thu

19 Nov

$74

$114

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$77

$138

Sat

14 Nov

$77

$135

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$77

$135

Tue

17 Nov

$77

$135

Wed

18 Nov

$77

$135

Thu

19 Nov

$77

$135

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$123

$130

Sat

14 Nov

$130

$130

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$123

$130

Tue

17 Nov

$130

$130

Wed

18 Nov

$130

$130

Thu

19 Nov

$130

$130

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$104

$137

Sat

14 Nov

$128

$128

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$104

$128

Tue

17 Nov

$128

$128

Wed

18 Nov

$127

$133

Thu

19 Nov

$128

$133

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

13 Nov

$60

$70

Sat

14 Nov

$67

$67

Sun

15 Nov

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

Mon

16 Nov

$60

$67

Tue

17 Nov

$67

$67

Wed

18 Nov

$62

$67

Thu

19 Nov

$67

$67

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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 November, 2026

Mt Gambier Airport car hire

Are you flying into Mt Gambier?
If you’d prefer to have a hire car when you land, you may opt to pick up at Mt Gambier Airport (MGB) instead. To start comparing rates in the airport, simply input “Mt Gambier Airport” in our search form.

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Car rental depots in Mt Gambier

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis Mount Gambier Airport

    Avis Mount Gambier Airport

    N/A

    Terminal Building (Country)

    Mon–Fri 07:00–20:00, Sat 08:30–10:30, Sun 15:30–20:00
  • Budget Car Rental Mt Gambier Airport

    Budget Car Rental Mt Gambier Airport

    N/A

    Terminal Building (Country)

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00, Sat 09:00–11:00, Sun 15:00–20:00
  • Hertz Mt Gambier Airport

    Hertz Mt Gambier Airport

    N/A

    Lot 2 Airport Rd

    Mon–Tue 08:00–17:30 & 19:00–20:30, Wed 00:00–17:30 & 19:00–20:30, Thu–Fri 08:00–17:30 & 19:00–20:30, Sun 15:00–17:00 & 19:00–20:00, closed Sat
  • Sixt Mount Gambier Airport

    Sixt Mount Gambier Airport

    N/A

    Terminal Building, Mt Gambier

    Mon–Fri 08:00–21:00, Sat 08:00–16:30, Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Thrifty Car Rental Mt Gambier Airport

    Thrifty Car Rental Mt Gambier Airport

    N/A

    Lot 2 Airport Rd

    Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30 & 19:00–20:30, Sun 15:00–17:00 & 19:00–20:00, closed Sat

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Mt Gambier

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Mt Gambier Airport?

    For a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 November 2026, prices at the terminal desks range from AUD $55 per day for an Economy car to AUD $132 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Mt Gambier Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental at Mt Gambier Airport?

    The cheapest car rental at Mt Gambier Airport is an Economy car from AUD $55 per day at the terminal desks, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.

  • What is the best way to rent a cheap car at Mt Gambier Airport?

    Booking your hire car at Mt Gambier Airport 7 days beforehand can save you over 4 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Mt Gambier Airport?

    A minivan hired at Mt Gambier Airport starts from AUD $128 per day at the terminal desks before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 November 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental at Mt Gambier Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at Mt Gambier Airport?

    Sixt is the cheapest car rental company at Mt Gambier Airport, with rates from AUD $55 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Mt Gambier?

    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 in Mt Gambier 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.

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