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Adelaide Airport (ADL)

Address:

Terminal Carpark,
(Metro), Adelaide, SA, South Australia, 5000, Australia

Phone:

(61) 8 8234 4900

Hours of Operation:

Mon - Sun 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.

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Location Information
Fastbreak Service
Fastbreak Pick up: Proceed to the Budget Fastbreak line or Budget rental counter. Present your driver licence and receive your rental agreement and keys.

Fastbreak Return: Park the vehicle and lock it. If a return agent is not available in the rental car park, proceed to the rental counter/office with your vehicle keys, mileage and fuel level. You can access your receipt online within 72 hours of returning your vehicle.
General Directions
COUNTER: Follow signs to arrivals. Downstairs, opposite the baggage carousels.
CARS: Head across the courtyard, cross at the pedestrian crossing and enter the ground floor of multi-level car park.
RETURNS: Enter through the main airport entrance, through the roundabout and take the second exit on the right before the drop off/collection area. Take keys to staff in the car park office.
AFTER HOURS RETURNS: Available. Drop box available on the wall of the car park booth.

Budget Car Hire Adelaide Airport

Touching down in Adelaide? Whether you’re here for a quick city break, a business trip, or ready to explore South Australia’s wine regions, having your own set of wheels makes all the difference. With Budget, car hire from Adelaide Airport is simple — our desk is right inside the terminal, so you can collect your keys and be on the road in minutes. From short inner-city drives to longer road trips through the Barossa or along the coast, we’ve got a rental car to suit every journey.

 

Why Book with Budget Adelaide Airport?

When it comes to Adelaide car rental at the airport, we focus on convenience, value, and choice. With Budget you’ll enjoy:

  • A wide fleet of vehicles, from compact sedans to roomy SUVs and vans
  • Competitive daily rates with no hidden extra
  • Seamless pick-up and drop-off at Adelaide Airport
  • The ability to collect Qantas Frequent Flyer Points on every booking

So whether you’re hiring for a short city stay or a long road trip across SA, Budget Adelaide Airport has the perfect vehicle.

 

Choose Your Ride

City Stays & Business Trips
If you’re heading straight into the CBD for meetings or a quick city break, a fuel-efficient sedan or hatchback is the smart choice. Easy to park, light on fuel, and perfect for short stays.

Wine Country Weekends
Planning a trip to the Barossa, McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills? An SUV or 4WD gives you extra comfort on the highway and plenty of space for wine boxes and luggage.

Family & Group Travel
Travelling with kids, friends or a bigger crew? A spacious people mover or van means everyone and everything fits with room to spare.

 

Things to See and Do Near Adelaide

Adelaide makes the perfect base for South Australian adventures. Once you’ve picked up your rental car from Adelaide Airport, here’s what’s close by:

  • Adelaide CBD – 15 minutes’ drive from the airport, full of laneway bars, galleries and the bustling Central Market.
  • Glenelg Beach – Just 20 minutes by car, ideal for sunset strolls, ice cream and casual dining.
  • Barossa Valley – Around an hour north, this world-famous wine region is perfect for cellar doors, food trails and vineyard tours.
  • Adelaide Hills – Quaint towns like Hahndorf and Stirling are 30 minutes away, with cool-climate wines and scenic drives.


FAQs – Adelaide Airport Car Hire

Where is the Budget desk at Adelaide Airport?
You’ll find the Budget counter inside the arrivals hall. Just follow the car rental signs after collecting your luggage.

How far is Adelaide Airport from the city centre?
Only 6 km - about a 15-minute drive into Adelaide CBD.

Can I rent a car directly from the airport when I land?
Yes. Walk-ups are welcome, but to secure your preferred vehicle and rate it’s best to book in advance online.

Is parking easy in Adelaide?The CBD has plenty of multi-level and street parking. Expect higher demand during office hours and major events, but weekends are usually straightforward.

What’s the best car for wine tours in the Barossa or McLaren Vale?
A standard sedan is fine for couples, while an SUV or people mover is a good choice for groups or if you’re carrying purchases from cellar doors.

 

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