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Great value rental cars from Darwin Airport’s most trusted car hire providers

  • Avis
  • Bargain Car Rentals
  • Budget
  • Dollar
  • East Coast
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Redspot
  • Sixt
  • Thrifty

Compare car rental rates at Darwin Airport, Northern Territory

Find the perfect car for your Northern Territory adventure by comparing Australia’s leading car hire companies at Darwin Airport (DRW) with VroomVroomVroom. We’ll show you the best rates available and make sure the vehicle is ready for your collection when you touch down.


The airport is the busiest in the Northern Territory and one of the primary gateways into Australia’s Top End. It is located in the suburb of Eaton, which is 13 kilometres northeast of Darwin's CBD, and the journey from the city to the airport takes about 15 minutes by car.

Pay when you pick up your car hire, with free cancellation
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 09, 2026 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 09 October, 2026

Quick facts on hiring a car at Darwin Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depots11 car rental depots at Darwin Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Europcar, Hertz, Redspot, Sixt and Thrifty.

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Our customers have rated their Darwin Airport car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(721 reviews)
  • 15 Sep 2026

    easy

    john d.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 13 Sep 2026

    Always easy to book.

    laura s.
    Booked: Honda Hr-v Vi-x or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Honda Hr-v Vi-x or similar
  • 09 Sep 2026

    simply, easy, clear

    bernard w.
    Booked: Mazda CX5 or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Mazda CX5 or similar
  • 25 Aug 2026

    Good

    grant l.
    Booked: Kia Cerato Sedan or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Kia Cerato Sedan or similar
  • 22 Aug 2026

    easy to navigate

    kenneth b.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 06 Aug 2026

    Easy to navigate and some of the best pricing for hire cars

    jamie j.
    Booked: Mazda CX5 or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Mazda CX5 or similar
  • 31 Jul 2026

    Excellent

    trent m.
    Booked: Ford Everest or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Ford Everest or similar
  • 24 Jul 2026

    Easy to book and understand. Thanks

    william s.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 05 Jul 2026

    Very easy to use!

    steve g.
    Booked: Kia Carnival or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Kia Carnival or similar
  • 01 Jul 2026

    Very easy to see prices for vehicle types; simple website to use for booking

    deirdre b.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 24 Jun 2026

    quick and easy

    matthew o.
    Booked: Compact SUV
    Darwin Airport
    Compact SUV
  • 22 Jun 2026

    Was good

    brad s.
    Booked: Toyota Kluger or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Toyota Kluger or similar
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Car models commonly available at Darwin Airport

Popular rental car models at Darwin Airport last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month

  • 1

    11%

    $86
    $151
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty

  • 2

    9%

    $49
    $200
    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla HatchIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    3 small

    Rent with

    Avis, East Coast, Redspot, Thrifty

  • 3

    8%

    $92
    $236
    Kia Cerato

    Kia CeratoIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    8%

    $50
    $95
    MG3 Core

    MG3 CoreCompact Car

    5

    4

    2 small

    Rent with

    Europcar, Redspot

  • 5

    7%

    $129
    $336
    Mine Equipped Toyota Prado

    Mine Equipped Toyota PradoSpecial SUV

    5

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Avis, Budget

Ford vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Honda vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Honda CR-V

    Honda CR-V

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Honda Hr-v Vi-x

    Honda Hr-v Vi-x

    4

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    East Coast

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Hyundai i30 Hybrid

    Hyundai i30 HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Redspot

  • Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Kia vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, East Coast, Hertz, Thrifty

  • Kia Carnival Hybrid

    Kia Carnival HybridHybrid

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Hertz

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Budget

LDV vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • LDV D90

    LDV D90

    7

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • 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 at Darwin Airport

  • Mazda 3

    Mazda 3

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mazda Bt-50 Dual Cab Xs

    Mazda Bt-50 Dual Cab Xs

    5

    4

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX-8

    Mazda CX-8

    7

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Redspot

MG vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • MG 3

    MG 3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • Mg Hs

    Mg Hs

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • MG HS Vibe

    MG HS Vibe

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Redspot

  • MG3 Core

    MG3 Core

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Redspot

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Mitsubishi Pajero

    Mitsubishi Pajero

    7

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Nissan vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Nissan Xtrail

    Nissan Xtrail

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Subaru vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Subaru Crosstrek

    Subaru Crosstrek

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Subaru Outback

    Subaru Outback

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Suzuki Jimny

    Suzuki Jimny

    4

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Budget

Toyota vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • 12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12

    3

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Dual Cab Tray

    Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Dual Cab Tray

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Single Cab

    Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Single Cab

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Mine Equipped Toyota Prado

    Mine Equipped Toyota Prado

    5

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series

    Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series

    7

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Budget, Hertz, Avis

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota CH-R

    Toyota CH-R

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz, East Coast, Thrifty, Redspot

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, East Coast

  • Toyota Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Fortuner

    Toyota Fortuner

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Hilux

    Toyota Hilux

    2

    3

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Hilux - Tray

    Toyota Hilux - Tray

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Redspot

  • Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD

    Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    7

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Thrifty, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Europcar

  • 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

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, East Coast, Budget

  • Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Rav4 Hybrid

    Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    East Coast, Europcar

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Budget

  • Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    East Coast

Showing 10 of 26 vehicles

Volkswagen vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • Volkswagen Polo

    Volkswagen Polo

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Redspot

Other vehicles for hire at Darwin Airport

  • 19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    3

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • 8 Cubic Metre Van

    8 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • 8 Seat Van

    8 Seat Van

    8

    4

    5 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Chery Tiggo 4

    Chery Tiggo 4Hybrid

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Redspot

  • Compact Automatic

    Compact Automatic

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Compact SUV

    Compact SUV

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy

    Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Large SUV

    Large SUV

    7

    4

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Mine Equip 12 Seat Bus

    Mine Equip 12 Seat Bus

    12

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Redspot, Sixt

  • Standard

    Standard

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

  • Standard SUV

    Standard SUV

    5

    4

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Bargain Car Rentals

Showing 10 of 14 vehicles

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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 09 October, 2026

Darwin Airport daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for an intermediate car

Price range over the past 12 months for a fullsize car

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car

Price range over the past 12 months for a standard car

Price range over the past 12 months for an economy car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$44

$83

Sat

10 Oct

$45

$80

Sun

11 Oct

$43

$80

Mon

12 Oct

$42

$80

Tue

13 Oct

$45

$80

Wed

14 Oct

$42

$80

Thu

15 Oct

$47

$81

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$46

$91

Sat

10 Oct

$48

$91

Sun

11 Oct

$46

$91

Mon

12 Oct

$44

$93

Tue

13 Oct

$52

$93

Wed

14 Oct

$52

$93

Thu

15 Oct

$52

$91

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$60

$116

Sat

10 Oct

$60

$116

Sun

11 Oct

$60

$116

Mon

12 Oct

$51

$116

Tue

13 Oct

$60

$116

Wed

14 Oct

$60

$116

Thu

15 Oct

$60

$116

Price range over the past 12 months for a premium SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a fullsize SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for an intermediate SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$64

$88

Sat

10 Oct

$63

$85

Sun

11 Oct

$60

$85

Mon

12 Oct

$51

$87

Tue

13 Oct

$60

$87

Wed

14 Oct

$54

$88

Thu

15 Oct

$63

$92

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$67

$126

Sat

10 Oct

$67

$116

Sun

11 Oct

$67

$116

Mon

12 Oct

$67

$123

Tue

13 Oct

$67

$123

Wed

14 Oct

$67

$123

Thu

15 Oct

$67

$126

Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$52

$300

Sat

10 Oct

$58

$198

Sun

11 Oct

$58

$198

Mon

12 Oct

$51

$184

Tue

13 Oct

$59

$184

Wed

14 Oct

$52

$184

Thu

15 Oct

$59

$184

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$113

$215

Sat

10 Oct

$125

$194

Sun

11 Oct

$125

$194

Mon

12 Oct

$113

$194

Tue

13 Oct

$125

$194

Wed

14 Oct

$113

$194

Thu

15 Oct

$125

$194

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact monospace

Price range over the past 12 months for a fullsize passenger van

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$168

$210

Sat

10 Oct

$179

$185

Sun

11 Oct

$179

$186

Mon

12 Oct

$106

$202

Tue

13 Oct

$125

$194

Wed

14 Oct

$125

$403

Thu

15 Oct

$127

$188

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$185

$316

Sat

10 Oct

$202

$220

Sun

11 Oct

$202

$220

Mon

12 Oct

$108

$220

Tue

13 Oct

$126

$220

Wed

14 Oct

$126

$202

Thu

15 Oct

$132

$202

Price range over the past 12 months for a special pick up extended cab

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$111

$111

Sat

10 Oct

$111

$111

Sun

11 Oct

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

12 Oct

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

Tue

13 Oct

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

14 Oct

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

15 Oct

$111

$111

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$118

$308

Sat

10 Oct

$118

$308

Sun

11 Oct

$118

$308

Mon

12 Oct

$118

$308

Tue

13 Oct

$118

$308

Wed

14 Oct

$118

$308

Thu

15 Oct

$118

$308

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$120

$120

Sat

10 Oct

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

11 Oct

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

12 Oct

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

Tue

13 Oct

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

14 Oct

$83

$184

Thu

15 Oct

$96

$187

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Oct

$69

$70

Sat

10 Oct

$70

$70

Sun

11 Oct

$70

$70

Mon

12 Oct

$69

$70

Tue

13 Oct

$70

$70

Wed

14 Oct

$69

$70

Thu

15 Oct

$70

$70

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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 09 October, 2026

How do I pick up a rental car at Darwin Airport?

There are a selection of car rental companies located at Darwin Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Darwin Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car at each terminal.

  • Darwin Airport Terminal

    Darwin Airport has one terminal from where both domestic and international flights operate. The terminal is divided into two levels, with the ground level where you’ll find the arrivals area, baggage claim, and transportation options. The upper level is where you will find the departures area, check-in counters, and security checkpoints.

  • Is your rental company desk on-airport or off-airport?

    On airport
    The on-airport car hire desks can be found at Arrivals near the baggage claim area on the ground level.
    Off airport
    If you booked with an off-airport provider, you can catch a shuttle to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

  • Finalise your rental agreement and collect keys

    Once you are at the hire car company desk, you can finalise your rental agreement and collect your vehicle keys.

  • Head to the designated car park to pick up your car

    On airport
    The on-airport rental cars are located just outside the terminal.
    Off airport
    Shuttle bus to hire car depot.

  • What should I do if the desk is unattended?

    Hopefully, the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they provided and let them know you have arrived or follow the directions to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

    If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

    If you still have no luck making contact, call us at 1300 722 920 or consider heading to the parking area to look for uniformed staff. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned rental desks, but rest assured there’s usually help in the car park where the rentals are located.

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Returning a hire car at Darwin Aiport

  • On-airport

    You’ll need to return your hire car to the same location as the pick up area detailed above.

  • Off-airport

    With off-airport returns a shuttle service is provided for moving between the depot and the airport.

    For Bargain Car Rentals, return the vehicle to the depot located at 1/8 Osgood Drive Eaton. A courtesy shuttle service will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to airport departures.

Car rental depots at Darwin Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis Darwin Airport

    Avis Darwin Airport

    4.2 (6)

    Terminal Building

    Mon–Fri 08:15–01:00, Sat 08:30–18:00, Sun 08:15–01:00
  • Bargain Car Rentals Darwin Airport

    Bargain Car Rentals Darwin Airport

    4.1 (5)

    1/8 Osgood Drive

    Mon–Fri 07:00–19:00, w/e 07:00–17:00

    all good no issues (Philip T. · Jul 2026)

  • Budget Darwin Airport

    Budget Darwin Airport

    4.9 (15)

    Terminal Building (Remote)

    Mon–Fri 08:00–01:00, Sat 09:00–23:59, Sun 09:00–01:00
  • Dollar Darwin Airport

    Dollar Darwin Airport

    N/A

    Mcmillans Rd

    Mon–Sun 08:00–00:00
  • East Coast Darwin Airport

    East Coast Darwin Airport

    N/A

    285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove

    Mon–Sun 10:00–20:00
  • Europcar Darwin Airport

    Europcar Darwin Airport

    4.3 (3)

    Terminal Building Darwin Airport

    Mon–Sun 08:00–19:00
  • Hertz Darwin Airport

    Hertz Darwin Airport

    4.5 (7)

    Mcmillans Rd

    Mon–Sun 08:00–00:00
  • Redspot Darwin Airport

    Redspot Darwin Airport

    N/A

    Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin Airport, Eaton

    Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00, w/e 09:00–17:00
  • Sixt Darwin Airport

    Sixt Darwin Airport

    N/A

    Terminal Building

    Mon–Sun 09:00–19:00
  • Thrifty Darwin Airport

    Thrifty Darwin Airport

    4.5 (22)

    Terminal Building

    Mon–Sun 08:00–01:00

    Our flight was delayed 2.5 hrs. We really appreciated the fact that Thrifty was still open and their staff member was waiting for us on arrival at 1am. (Malcolm D. · Jul 2026)

Nearby Darwin Airport

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

Info. Approximate distance calculated from Darwin Airport
Darwin
Darwin7 km south west

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Darwin Airport

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

    For a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 October 2026, prices range from AUD $43 per day for a Compact car to AUD $88 per day for a Fullsize car. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Darwin Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental at Darwin Airport?

    The cheapest car rental at Darwin Airport is a Compact car from AUD $43 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 October 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.

  • What is the best way to rent a cheap car at Darwin Airport?

    Booking your hire car at Darwin Airport 10 days beforehand can save you over 8 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.

  • Is it cheaper to rent an on- or off-airport rental car at Darwin Airport?

    Booking at an off-airport depot can be up to 20 per cent cheaper when compared to an on-airport depot at Darwin Airport, based on our own daily rate checks across 2025. Learn more about on- and off-airport rentals here.

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

    A minivan hired at Darwin Airport starts from AUD $122 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 October 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental at Darwin Airport.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car at Darwin Airport?

    The highest-rated rental car at Darwin Airport is Mazda CX5 or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the best car rental company at Darwin Airport?

    Budget is our highest-rated car hire provider at Darwin Airport, scoring an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at Darwin Airport?

    East Coast is the cheapest car rental company at Darwin Airport, with rates from AUD $43 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 October 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Darwin Airport?

    The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available at Darwin Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.

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

    Enterprise offers unlimited kilometres for the duration of the rental period at Darwin Airport.

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