Darwin car rentals from $35/day

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Cheap car rentals in Darwin

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Suzuki Swift car
Suzuki Swift
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$35/day
Hyundai Kona car
Hyundai Kona
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$53/day
Hyundai i30 car
Hyundai i30
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$53/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$58/day
MG 3 car
MG 3
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$40/day
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$90/day
Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$48/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$51/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$51/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$54/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$58/day
Mitsubishi Eclipse car
Mitsubishi Eclipse
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$60/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular agency

Thrifty

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

$53/day

Good deal

$45/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Darwin car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Darwin with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Darwin?

You should book your rental car in Darwin around 29 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Darwin?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($28.36/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($30.10/day) and Hertz ($31.85/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Budget Cnr Smith & Mclachlan Streets (0.6 mi from city center).

What is the best rental car company in Darwin?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Darwin are Hertz (10.0, 1 review), Thrifty (10.0), and National (10.0).
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 10.0/10
Thrifty
Thrifty
Rated 10.0/10
National
National
Rated 10.0/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 9.3/10

What is the most popular rental car in Darwin?

SUV rentals (Nissan Juke or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Darwin. SUV rentals in Darwin cost $106/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $60/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Darwin?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Darwin is February at an average cost of $24/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Darwin when prices are $66/day on average, which tends to be 73% above the yearly average rental price for Darwin.

What rental car company in Darwin has the most locations?

Dollar and Sunnycars each operate 4 locations in Darwin, more than any other rental company.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Darwin

  • Car rentals in Darwin are the ideal way to explore this charming corner of Northern Territory, Australia, from the beaches to the outback. Within the city, compared to public transit, Darwin car rentals can cut your time in half as you travel to see the sites, including Crocosaurus Cove, the Darwin Aviation Museum, and the Mangrove Boardwalk. Outside the city limits, you could drive in a loop towards the west, to visit the Charles Point Lighthouse on the Cox Peninsula or head east to Kakadu National Park.
  • Located in the heart of Darwin, the Darwin International Airport (DRW) is an ideal place for securing Darwin car rentals. At DRW, you can easily find the rental car counters in the Arrivals Hall near baggage claim on the ground floor. You can walk up to secure rental cars in Darwin but it is better to make a reservation before arriving in Darwin. The Rental Car Park, located just outside he terminal, is where the rental cars are parked and where you will return your rental vehicle.
  • For those driving Darwin car rentals, you will be driving on the left side of the road and the steering wheel will be on the left side. When you get outside the city limits, you might encounter a crossroads with no signals or signs. When this is the case, always give the right-of-way to the driver on the right. In Darwin, which is in Northern Territory, Australia, the blood alcohol legal limit is .05. This is lower than it is in America, so when driving car rentals in Darwin, be advised that you can drink less than you can at home before you reach the legal limit.
  • Those driving car rentals in Darwin might want to avoid the neighborhoods Karama, Bagot, and Kulalik. In those places, people have a tendency to throw rocks at cars. Also, those driving car rentals in Darwin should avoid driving outside the city limits at night. It is pitch dark and it will be almost impossible to see much of the wildlife and cattle that roam onto the roads. At night, you also have to deal with road trains, which are huge trucks that dominate the roads as they pull along 4 or 5 40-foot long trailers. In fact, many car rental companies will not insure Darwin car rentals driven between dusk and dawn.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Darwin for $45 or less
  • Economy rental cars in Darwin are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Darwin

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

    On average a rental car in Darwin costs $53 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Darwin found in the last 2 weeks is $45.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Darwin?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Darwin. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • Which car rental companies are at Darwin airport (DRW)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Darwin airport include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Sixt, Avis, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Darwin airport (DRW)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Darwin airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis, and Bargain Car Rentals.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Darwin?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Premium car rental cost in Darwin?

    A Premium car rental in Darwin costs $131 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Darwin?

    A Full Size car rental in Darwin costs $98 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Darwin?

    A Standard car rental in Darwin costs $68 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Darwin?

    Most car rental providers in Darwin offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Darwin, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Darwin?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 25 car rental agencies in Darwin.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Darwin?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Darwin?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Darwin so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving as a Darwin car rental?

    While SUVs and four-wheel drives are not necessary for driving in Darwin and throughout Northern Territory, they do make good car rentals in Darwin. You can load up and SUV with equipment for outdoor recreation and bountiful picnic supplies, and Darwin has myriad opportunities and settings for both. You can also fill up the back of your SUV as you collect souvenirs throughout town. In an SUV, you can more easily handle unsealed roads, which are roads of dirt and or gravel, which can be common outside of the city.

  • What's the speed limit in Darwin?

    For those driving car rentals in Darwin, you will find maximum speed limits in the city of 81 mph, but keep in mind that this will be posted as 130 km/hr. You will find this speed on some sections of Victoria, Stuart, Barkly, and Arnhem highways. Most of the city streets have a speed limit of 31 mph, which is posted as 50 km/h.

  • Where are the best places to park a car rental in Darwin?

    If you need to park Darwin car rentals overnight, free overnight parking is allowed in open-air parking lots daily from 5 pm to 8 am. In downtown Darwin, there is inexpensive all-day parking in the Chinatown Car Park, the Westlane Car Park, State Square Car Park, and Wood/Daly Car Park. Metered street parking is usually free after 5 pm, and before that expect to pay an hourly rate.

Darwin car rental reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

55-59 Mitchell St

+61 8 8925 5890

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

Mcmillans Rd

+61 8 8982 6690

Monday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3008:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Friday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30

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Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

50 Mitchell St

+61 8 8924 0000

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

64 Stuart Hwy

+61 8 8924 0000

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

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National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

In Terminal1 Henry Wrigley Way

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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Dollar

9.3

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.6

4 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

50 Mitchell Street

+61 8 8981 5599

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

55-59 Mitchell St

+61 1800 501 934

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

64 Stuart Highway

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

Mcmillans Rd

+61 1800 501 934

Monday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Tuesday00:00 - 01:3008:00 - 15:30
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3008:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Friday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Sunday00:00 - 01:3008:00 - 15:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
All good great car

1 out of 1

Budget

9.3

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.6

2 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

Cnr Smith & Mclachlan Streets

+61 8 8981 9800

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

Terminal Building

+61 8 8945 2011

Monday00:00 - 01:3008:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:30
Friday00:00 - 01:3008:00 - 15:30
Saturday00:00 - 01:3009:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
Everything went well!

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Not bad

1 out of 1

Alamo

9.2

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.9

One location in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

In Terminal

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Staff were great. Car seat was dirty.

1 out of 2

Europcar

8.6

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.6

3 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

77 Cavenagh Street

+61 889 410 300

Opening times not available

Shop 31 / 55-59 Mitchell Street

+61 8 8941 0300

Opening times not available

Terminal Building

+61 8 8945 3261

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
They friendly customer service guy was amazing

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff were very friendly. Pick up and drop off easy.

Sixt

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

8.0

One location in Darwin

from$38/day

Locations in Darwin

Terminal Building

+61 8 7914 7011

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

YUEN, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Like everything!

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

3.9

2 locations in Darwin

from$34/day

Locations in Darwin

102 Esplanade

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday00:00 - 01:30

In Terminal 1 Henry Wrigley Dr

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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Avis

6.0

Okay

2 locations in Darwin

from$60/day

Locations in Darwin

89 Smith St

+61 8 8936 0600

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

Terminal Building

+61 8 8936 6166

Monday08:15 - 23:59
Tuesday08:15 - 23:59
Wednesday08:15 - 23:59
Thursday08:15 - 23:59
Friday08:15 - 23:59
Saturday08:15 - 23:59
Sunday08:15 - 23:59

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Firefly

9.5

Wonderful

2 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

55-59 Mitchell St

+61 889 410 944

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

Mcmillians Road

+61 889 450 999

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Saturday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Sunday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59

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keddy by Europcar

8.5

Very good

3 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

77 CAVENAGH STREET

+61 889 410 300

Opening times not available

Mcmillan's Road

61 8 89453261

Monday07:30 - 17:0006:30 - 22:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:0006:30 - 22:30
Wednesday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:0006:30 - 22:30
Friday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00
Saturday07:30 - 17:0006:30 - 22:30
Sunday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00

Shop 31 / 55-59 Mitchell Street

Opening times not available

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Ace Rental Cars

8.5

Very good

2 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

14, Larkin Avenue

+61 1800 620 408

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30

Shop 41, Mitchell Centre, 51/59 Mitchell Street

+61 1800 620 408

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30

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East Coast Car Rentals

8.3

Very good

2 locations in Darwin

from$49/day

Locations in Darwin

285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove, Darwin, Northern Territory, 0810

Opening times not available

285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove, NT

+61 1800 028 881

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

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No reviews available

CalAuto

8.0

Very good

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

75 Mcminn St

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Bargain Car Rentals

7.8

Good

3 locations in Darwin

from$43/day

Locations in Darwin

1/8 Osgood Drive

+61 1300 729 230

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00
Saturday07:00 - 19:00
Sunday07:00 - 19:00

99 Mitchell St

+61 889 111 959

Opening times not available

Darwin Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

JUCY

6.2

Okay

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

75 Mcminn Street

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Bargain Rental Cars

8.0

Very good

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

1/8 Osgood Drive

+61 1300 729 230

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.7

Mediocre

One location in Darwin

from$35/day

Locations in Darwin

Shop 31/55/59 Mitchell St

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

4 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove

Opening times not available

55-59 Mitchell Street

Opening times not available

Mc Millan`s Road

Opening times not available

Terminal Building

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Apollo Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Darwin Depot

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

AutoEurope

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Darwin International Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

NT Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

77 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, Australia

+61 435 214 104

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Red Spot

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Darwin International Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Terminal Building

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

31 travelers who rented a car in Darwin gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.1

Car rental locations in or near Darwin

Darwin car rental information

Pick-up locationDarwin
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury SUV, Mini, Premium SUV, Standard SUV, Standard station wagon, Supplier choice
Rental locations45
Airport locations22
Popular agenciesBargain Car Rentals, Budget, Dollar, Sixt, Thrifty

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