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Australia’s smallest capital city, multicultural Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory and well worth a visit, with museums, cultural attractions, and a vibrant food scene. Outside the city centre, travellers can visit some of the country’s most spectacular natural attractions, a few of which lie within easy driving distance of Darwin.


Darwin enjoys a tropical climate, with the dry season running from roughly May to October and the wet from November to April, and each of the two seasons offer promising reasons for visiting. Regardless of when you plan to visit, VroomVroomVroom makes booking a hire car in Darwin easy. Search, compare and book with our reliable and affordable options from Australia’s leading hire car companies.

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 19, 2024 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.

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Our customers have rated their Darwin car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(104 reviews)
  • 10 Feb 2024

    Great price. Smooth process

    brooke d.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Darwin
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 16 Nov 2023

    Pretty straightforward

    greg p.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Darwin
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 06 Nov 2023

    simplicity

    matthew b.
    Booked: Nissan X-Trail or similar
    Darwin
    Nissan X-Trail or similar
  • 12 Sep 2023

    It was easy

    robert s.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Darwin
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 10 Mar 2024

    Easy process

    stephen a.
    Booked: Toyota C-HR or similar
    Croydon
    Toyota C-HR or similar
  • 11 Mar 2024

    Easy to book

    ryan k.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Sydney Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 31 Dec 2023

    Easy to use.

    luke b.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD or similar
    Canberra City
    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD or similar
  • 17 Mar 2024

    Easy to follow

    david a.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Darwin

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV and Ute.
🔑 No. of depotsSeven car rental depots in Darwin.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Darwin City

Popular rental car models in Darwin last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    23%

    $28
    $51
    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai KonaCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 2

    18%

    $28
    $36
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftCompact Car

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 3

    14%

    $30
    $36
    Kia Cerato

    Kia CeratoIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    14%

    $41
    $64
    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota YarisCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Enterprise

  • 5

    14%

    $34
    $42
    Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-TrailIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

Ford vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • 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, 2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise, Thrifty, Hertz

    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt

Isuzu vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Isuzu MU-X

    Isuzu MU-X

    7

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Kia vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Enterprise, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt, Budget

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mazda CX-8

    Mazda CX-8

    7

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

  • Mazda CX-9

    Mazda CX-9

    7

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

MG vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • MG MG3

    MG MG3

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mitsubishi Triton 4WD dual cab

    Mitsubishi Triton 4WD dual cab

    5

    5

    6 large, 8 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Nissan vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Skoda vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Skoda Kamiq

    Skoda Kamiq

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

    Skoda Scala

    Skoda Scala

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Suzuki Jimny

    Suzuki Jimny

    4

    2

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    4

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Mine Equipped Toyota Prado

    Mine Equipped Toyota Prado

    5

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series

    Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series

    7

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Hertz

    Toyota Camry Elite

    Toyota Camry Elite

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota CH-R Hybrid

    Toyota CH-R HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Hertz

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Sixt

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Enterprise, Sixt

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

  • Toyota Yaris Cross

    Toyota Yaris Cross

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Other vehicles for hire in Darwin

  • Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

    Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

  • VW Tiguan

    VW Tiguan

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

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The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. 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 19 March, 2024

Darwin daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$46

$55

Wed

20 Mar

$46

$90

Thu

21 Mar

$46

$90

Fri

22 Mar

$25

$82

Sat

23 Mar

$27

$55

Sun

24 Mar

$25

$55

Mon

25 Mar

$46

$90

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$48

$62

Wed

20 Mar

$48

$91

Thu

21 Mar

$48

$91

Fri

22 Mar

$26

$83

Sat

23 Mar

$30

$42

Sun

24 Mar

$26

$30

Mon

25 Mar

$48

$91

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$50

$125

Wed

20 Mar

$50

$125

Thu

21 Mar

$50

$125

Fri

22 Mar

$28

$125

Sat

23 Mar

$33

$125

Sun

24 Mar

$28

$125

Mon

25 Mar

$50

$125

Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$51

$85

Wed

20 Mar

$51

$97

Thu

21 Mar

$51

$97

Fri

22 Mar

$31

$89

Sat

23 Mar

$34

$85

Sun

24 Mar

$31

$85

Mon

25 Mar

$51

$97

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$62

$64

Wed

20 Mar

$62

$128

Thu

21 Mar

$62

$128

Fri

22 Mar

$33

$116

Sat

23 Mar

$39

$107

Sun

24 Mar

$33

$107

Mon

25 Mar

$62

$128

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$67

$175

Wed

20 Mar

$75

$175

Thu

21 Mar

$75

$175

Fri

22 Mar

$39

$175

Sat

23 Mar

$57

$175

Sun

24 Mar

$39

$175

Mon

25 Mar

$67

$261

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$89

$248

Wed

20 Mar

$89

$248

Thu

21 Mar

$89

$248

Fri

22 Mar

$50

$248

Sat

23 Mar

$73

$248

Sun

24 Mar

$50

$248

Mon

25 Mar

$89

$317

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$75

$75

Wed

20 Mar

$130

$130

Thu

21 Mar

$130

$130

Fri

22 Mar

$75

$118

Sat

23 Mar

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

Sun

24 Mar

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

25 Mar

$75

$131

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

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

Wed

20 Mar

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

Thu

21 Mar

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

Fri

22 Mar

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

Sat

23 Mar

$118

$118

Sun

24 Mar

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

25 Mar

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$91

$129

Wed

20 Mar

$129

$129

Thu

21 Mar

$129

$129

Fri

22 Mar

$91

$129

Sat

23 Mar

$129

$129

Sun

24 Mar

$121

$129

Mon

25 Mar

$91

$129

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$62

$62

Wed

20 Mar

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

Thu

21 Mar

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

Fri

22 Mar

$61

$62

Sat

23 Mar

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

Sun

24 Mar

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

25 Mar

$62

$62

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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 19 March, 2024

Darwin Airport car hire

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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

  • Budget Darwin

    Cnr Smith & Mclachlan Streets, 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 - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    4.80 • 14 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Dollar Darwin Downtown

    55-59 Mitchell St, Darwin NT, 0800

    Today •8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    monday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    thursday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    friday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Enterprise Darwin City

    102 Esplanade, Darwin City NT, 0800

    Today •8:00 AM - 3:30 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

  • Hertz Darwin Downtown

    55-59 Mitchell St, Darwin City NT, 0800

    Today •8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    monday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    thursday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    friday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    4.00 • 1 rating

    4

    Service

    3

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Sixt Darwin City

    137-139 Stuart Highway, Stuart Park NT, 0820

    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

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    4.40 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Darwin Cbd

    50 Mitchell St, Darwin, Nt 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 - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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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 $25 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $240 per day for a Premium 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 $75 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 Hyundai Accent or similar, 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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