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  • EuropcarCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $44/day

    for 23 Mar - 26 Mar 2025
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  • EuropcarSpecial
    Special

    From $50/day

    for 25 Mar - 30 Mar 2025
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  • EuropcarCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $51/day

    for 23 Mar - 26 Mar 2025
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  • EuropcarIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From $54/day

    for 25 Mar - 30 Mar 2025
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  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $58/day

    for 26 Mar - 29 Mar 2025
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  • EuropcarStandard SUV
    Standard SUV

    From $59/day

    for 23 Mar - 26 Mar 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 22, 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 22 March, 2025

Quick facts on hiring a car in Darwin

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsNine car rental depots in Darwin.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Darwin car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(304 reviews)
  • 05 Feb 2025

    Great price easy to book

    paul c.
    Booked: LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)
    Darwin City
    LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)
  • 27 Dec 2024

    Easy to navigate website, and able to write my requirements

    miguel a.
    Booked: Compact SUV
    Darwin City
    Compact SUV
  • 08 Dec 2024

    easy to use

    joshua k.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Toyota RAV4 Hybrid or similar
  • 12 Dec 2024

    Easy and quick

    terence c.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD or similar
    Hobart Airport
    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD or similar
  • 12 Dec 2024

    Easy and quick

    leon s.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 01 Dec 2024

    Easy and quick process

    richard a.
    Booked: Compact Automatic
    Darwin Airport
    Compact Automatic
  • 17 Jan 2025

    Easy to book and competitive prices

    derek d.
    Booked: Compact Automatic
    Sydney Airport
    Compact Automatic
  • 11 Dec 2024

    Easy

    richard s.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Devonport
    Kia Sportage or similar
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Car models commonly available in Darwin

Popular rental car models in Darwin last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    20%

    $38
    $43
    Kia Cerato

    Kia CeratoIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 2

    20%

    $38
    $46
    Mazda Cx3

    Mazda Cx3Compact SUV

    5

    4

    3 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 3

    20%

    $29
    $37
    Mystery Car

    Mystery CarSpecial Special Offer Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 4

    10%

    $71
    $71
    Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5Intermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 5

    10%

    $42
    $42
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftCompact Car

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget

Ford vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Ford Everest Trend

    Ford Everest Trend

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Ford Mustang GT

    Ford Mustang GT

    2

    2

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

Kia vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar, Hertz

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

LDV vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)

    LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)

    12

    4

    10 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

Mazda vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX-9

    Mazda CX-9

    7

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Mazda Cx3

    Mazda Cx3

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

MG vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Mg 3 Core

    Mg 3 Core

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mg Zs Excite

    Mg Zs Excite

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Nissan vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Subaru vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Subaru Forester

    Subaru Forester

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Subaru Outback

    Subaru Outback

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Suzuki Jimny

    Suzuki Jimny

    4

    2

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series

    Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series

    7

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Fortuner

    Toyota Fortuner

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray (or similar)

    Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray (or similar)

    2

    4

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray Mine Spec (or similar)

    Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray Mine Spec (or similar)

    2

    4

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar, Sixt

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    5 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Hertz

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Toyota Prado 4wd W/2nd Spare Tyre

    Toyota Prado 4wd W/2nd Spare Tyre

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Toyota Rav4 Hybrid

    Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Other vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • 8 Seat Van

    8 Seat Van

    8

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

    Compact Automatic

    Compact Automatic

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Compact SUV

    Compact SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

    Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

    Standard

    Standard

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Standard SUV

    Standard SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

    VW Tiguan

    VW Tiguan

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

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Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 22 March, 2025

Darwin Airport car hire

Are you flying into Darwin?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Darwin Airport (DRW).

Airport Car Hire

Local expert tips for hiring a car in Darwin

  • Kilometre limits

    Cars hired in Darwin may come with a limit on how many kilometres can be driven per day for free. A per-day limit of 100 km is common, with additional kilometres attracting a per-kilometre surcharge of anything from $0.25 to $0.37 per km, excluding taxes. Learn more about limits on hire car kilometres driven.

  • Peak hour traffic

    If hitting the road during peak hours times, allow additional time to get to your destination. In Darwin, there is often more traffic from 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM on weekdays.

  • Parking discounts and pre-booking offers

    Parking in Darwin’s CBD is plentiful with free untimed parking on weekends. Weekday parking starts at AUD$1.30/hr.

  • Right vehicle for roadtrip

    If you’re driving onwards from Darwin to explore more of the Northern Territory, check with your hire car provider for suggestions on the best type of vehicle for your trip. Some cars are not suitable or allowed on unsealed roads.

  • Simplify hiring a car

    You can use your interstate or overseas driver's licence for up to three months and must carry this with you at all times. If your overseas license isn’t in English, you should also carry an International Driving Permit.

  • Get ready for your trip

    Always drive to the conditions. For example, drive slower if it is raining.

Car rental depots in Darwin City

Car hire depots in Darwin City are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Darwin City

    Terminal Building, Darwin NT, 0800

    Today •9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Bargain Car Rentals Darwin City

    99 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT, 0800

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    4.20 • 3 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Budget Darwin

    Cnr Smith & Mclachlan Streets, Darwin NT, 0800

    Today •8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    4.62 • 21 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Dollar Darwin Downtown

    55-59 Mitchell St, Darwin NT, 0800

    Today •Closed

    monday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Enterprise Darwin City

    102 Esplanade, Darwin City NT, 0800

    Today •8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

    4.90 • 4 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Europcar Darwin City

    Shop 31 / 55-59 Mitchell Street, Darwin City NT, 0800

    Today •8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    4.80 • 2 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Hertz Darwin Downtown

    55-59 Mitchell St, Darwin City NT, 0800

    Today •Closed

    monday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Sixt Darwin City

    137-139 Stuart Highway, Stuart Park NT, 0820

    Today •Closed

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    4.70 • 2 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Darwin Cbd

    50 Mitchell St, Darwin, Nt NT, 0800

    Today •Closed

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

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Nearby Darwin

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 — Darwin, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.

Info. Approximate distance calculated from Darwin
Darwin Airport 5km away

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Darwin City, Northern Territory

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Darwin?

    Prices start at AUD $44 per day for a Compact SUV, up to AUD $110 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Darwin.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Darwin?

    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 $122 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Darwin.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Darwin?

    The highest-rated rental car in Darwin is Compact SUV, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Darwin?

    Enterprise is the highest-rated car hire provider in Darwin, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is there a car rental provider in Darwin that offers unlimited kilometres?

    Enterprise offers unlimited kilometres for the duration of the rental period. Most of our car rental providers in Darwin have kilometre limits, and they are indicated in the vehicle details.

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