Car Hire at Adelaide airport (ADL)
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Adelaide airport (ADL)
Subject to change: schedules, listed companies and contact details may change due to commercial decisions or operational updates, so it is always advisable to check availability on the official website of the car rental company before booking.
The car hire company counters are located on the ground floor of the terminal, in the arrivals area, right next to the baggage reclaim area. Once the process has been completed, vehicles can be collected on level 0 of the Terminal Car Park, located just a few metres from the terminal exit.
It is advisable to make a reservation in advance to ensure vehicle availability, especially during peak seasons or special events in the city. You can compare rates and find booking options through DiscoverCars.
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Requirements to hire a vehicle
To hire a car in South Australia, you must meet the following standard requirements:
- Driving licence: A valid and current driving licence is required. If your licence is not in English, you must present an International Driving Permit (IDP) together with your original licence from your home country.
- Minimum age: Generally, the minimum age is 21. Please note that drivers under 25 are usually subject to a daily “young driver” surcharge and may face restrictions on the type of vehicles they can hire.
- Credit card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required to cover the security deposit (excess).
- Passport: Foreign visitors must present their passport as additional identification.
Latest updates: April 08, 2026
5 tips for renting a car abroad
- Make sure your driver's license is valid in the destination country. Some countries also require an International Driving Permit (IDP). Keep in mind that the IDP is not valid on its own: it must always be carried together with your national driver's license.
- Check the documents and insurance required by local traffic laws, and what coverage is included in your rental (collision damage waiver, third-party liability, deductible).
- Learn the traffic rules of the destination country: speed limits on highways and city streets, right of way at intersections without traffic lights, blood alcohol limits, tolls, etc.
- Check which side of the road traffic drives on, and whether the steering wheel is on the same side as in your home country.
- Know what to do if you are involved in a traffic accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.
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