Car Rental at Darwin Airport
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Compact
Suzuki Baleno
or similar
$19.97
per day
Standard
MG 5
or similar
$20.09
per day
Economy
Suzuki Swift
or similar
$20.30
per day
Intermediate SUV
MG HS
or similar
$26.41
per day
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Full-size
Subaru Outback
or similar
$36.14
per day
Full-size Elite SUV
Toyota Kluger
or similar
$49.62
per day
Premium Van
Kia Carnival
or similar
$54.60
per day
Premium Elite SUV
Toyota Land Cruiser
or similar
$84.87
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 1:44 PM on 12/12/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$39 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
100 - 130 km/h or 62 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.11 per liter or $4.18 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.08 per liter or $4.09 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.21 per liter or $4.57 per gallon
Airport travel guide
The capital of the Northern Territory, tropical Darwin is an increasingly popular travel destination. Despite its relatively small size and remoteness, it packs a surprising amount of heritage, cultural diversity, and, of course, access to stunning nature. Here are three of its most popular attractions:
- Charles Darwin National Park. Although christened after the 19th-century British naturalist and father of the theory of evolution who also gave name to the city itself, Charles Darwin National Park has actually been inhabited for millennia, as suggested by indigenous artifacts found on its grounds. Nowadays, this small, but well-maintained green spot is one of the closest nature areas to the city, taking up the peninsula just east of the center of Darwin and just south of the international airport.
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Enjoyably, vast and diverse, the MAGNT is indeed the main cultural institution of the Northern Territory and worth any visitor’s time. The museum showcases indigenous and contemporary Australian art, especially that connected to this part of the country, but it also has fascinating sections on such varied topics as natural sciences and maritime archaeology, not to mention the display of an 18-foot (5.5 m) saltwater crocodile.
- Kakadu National Park. Not only the second-largest but also one of the most beautiful national parks in Australia, Kakadu is the reason why many visitors come (and return) to Darwin. Known for its fascinatingly diverse fauna that includes dingoes, hooded parrots, frill-neck lizards, and various marsupials, the area is also home to unique rock formations, billabongs, and ancient rock art sites. Located southeast of Darwin, the national park can be reached by car in about two hours.
Top international routes
- Brisbane
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Perth
- Singapore
- Alice Springs
Main airlines
Airnorth, Fly Tiwi, Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia
Terminals
The airport is made up of a single terminal with four aerobridges. The terminal was significantly modernized and expanded in 2015.
Location
Darwin Airport is about 10 km (6.2 miles) northeast of the city. The trip between the airport and the city takes about 15 minutes primarily along Bagot Road and Motorway A15.
Most popular types of rental car
Services and facilities
One of the smallest international airports in Australia, Darwin nonetheless offers some eateries and duty-free stores, free WiFi, and outlets for charging mobile devices. The airport is open 24/7, and it’s possible to sleep in it if you have a long layover, but there are also some hotels next-door.
Nearest gas station
Around ten different gas stations are within a five-kilometer radius of the airport, several of which are open 24/7.
Fact checked by
Eddie and Kelli
This article was reviewed and updated by Eddie and Kelli, the creators and authors of The Vanabond Tales, a travel blog focused on slow travel. Minimalist travel adventures that are budget-friendly, outdoor-focused, and environmentally conscious. You’ll currently find them aboard his little boat Whisper sailing the Mediterranean.
Airport info
Darwin Airport (DRW)
- IATA: DRW
- ICAO: YPDN
- Name: Darwin Airport (DRW)
- Distance from city: 6.8 miles / 11 km
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When are car rental prices the lowest at Darwin Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Darwin Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Darwin Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Darwin Airport is December — when rental costs average $32.14 per day. This is 28% cheaper than the yearly average and 53% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $67.91 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Darwin Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in November the average rental period is 10 days, while in October, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at Darwin Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Darwin Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Darwin Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in December, while they are least likely to rent in in September.
Monthly searches at Darwin Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty, Alamo, Budget, EastCoast Car Rentals |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars, Small cars |
| Lowest price | $20 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | EastCoast Car Rentals |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG HS | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Suzuki Swift | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Holden Acadia | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Alamo | Hyundai i30 | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG 5 | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Thrifty | Suzuki Jimny | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Budget | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Alamo | MG HS | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
RS
Australia
Suzuki Swift
11/15/24
I was able to experience most parts of where I wanted to go and explore. We visited spectacular jumping crocs a couple of times.
DP
Australia
Hyundai i30
5/21/24
Berry Springs was great, Humpty Doo Hotel amazing, The Tap on Mitchell a great tropical bar with great food.
PR
Australia
Kia Stonic
1/4/24
Did not drive much. Just visited local restaurants 3 times a day
MB
Australia
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
1/2/24
Visiting nature parks and dining out, very enjoyable.
AK
Switzerland
Kia Stonic
12/29/23 
SH
Australia
Suzuki Baleno
12/27/23
Spent the time with family
NH
Australia
Toyota Corolla
12/25/23
Full agenda, trip too short
LC
Australia
Hyundai i30
9/24/23
Kakadu. Litchfield National Park. 
AP
Australia
Toyota Kluger
9/7/23
While in Darwin I visited the Tunnel Museum, Bombing of Darwin harbour cruise, Military Museum, Museum & Art Gallery, Mindil Beach Markets, Botanic Gardens, Dripstone Cliffs, Sister7 Gallery and Mason Gallery.
Litchfield National Park - Termite Mounds, Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, Tabletop Swap and just out side Litchfield the Zebra Stone Museum.
Drove down to Mataranka and Katherine then back into Kakadu - doing a sunrise cruise on Yellow Waters, visiting Anbangbang Rock Shelter (Nourlangie), Anbangbang Billabong, Nawurlandja Lookout, Cahills Crossing, Ubirr Rock Art sites, Nadab Lookout, Mamuka Wetlands, Leaning Tree Lagoon, Fogg Dam Reserve and a day tour to Bathurst Island.
All fabulous places to visit, to see beautiful scenery, birdlife, aboriginal culture and history of Darwin. 
MO
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
9/3/23 
BR
Australia
Hyundai Accent
9/2/23
Saw all the rugged beauty of the Northern Territory - Uluru , Mataranka , Litchfield and so much more
BB
Australia
Mazda CX-9
7/16/23
All areas visited were easily accessible by a normal vehicle. Plenty of options close by to do.
KC
United States of America (USA)
Mitsubishi ASX
6/19/23
Great road trip from Darwin to Alice Springs
JC
Australia
Kia Sportage
6/5/23
Lots of birdwatching, Fogg Dam was wonderful
RT
Australia
Hyundai Accent
4/26/23
Awesome things to see in the Northern Territory
JB
Australia
Toyota Corolla
4/2/23
Interesting destination is the Northern Territory
See it if can
JM
Australia
Hyundai i30
3/11/23
Too much to list but absolutely loved it and so did the kids
RH
Australia
Hyundai Accent
2/24/23
We drove to Katherine and visited the Gorge and did an excellent boat trip. We also stayed at Kakadu National Park and then on to Darwin overall the trip was excellent and my wife and I had an excellent time
FM
Australia
Suzuki Baleno
1/15/23
We stayed at Howard Spring big4 resort
It was wet season so we couldn’t go anywhere much. But we enjoyed our time
JC
Australia
Kia Picanto
11/8/22
Kakadu was brilliant and our accommodation at Cooinda lodge great. Lichfield Park had a few highlights in the magnetic termite mounds and Florence Falls. Darwin War Museum and the Flying Doctor Centre were also well worthwhile.
SW
Australia
Toyota Corolla
11/6/22
Just go straight to hertz ,no one else
DP
New Zealand
Hyundai Accent
10/20/22
We were there for a sport activity and stayed at Mercure Darwin airport resort which I would not recommend. We travel a lot and easily worst hotel ever stayed in. All else about Darwin was great particularly the boat clubs at mindil Beach.
LM
Australia
Kia Sportage
10/6/22
Explore Litchfield by staying at Butterfly farm...kids loved it.
MG
Australia
Hyundai Kona
10/1/22
Jumping croc cruise!!
KR
Australia
Hyundai Accent
9/15/22
Family visit
SM
Australia
Nissan X-Trail
8/15/22
Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Lichfield National Parks were all incredible experiences.
JM
Australia
Toyota Corolla
8/4/22
Loved Darwin. It was my 3rd trip. I love the climate, the things to see and do and managed to see more this time. Only disappointed that some of the things were restricted by weight...boooo.
HL
Singapore
Toyota Yaris
6/14/22
When you are in Darwin, make sure you visit a Chinese restaurant named Hingston which is located at Anula Shopping Centre. The food is by far the best I have ever tried…….
RB
Australia
Kia Picanto
5/13/22
Only problem I had was dropping off the car at the airport due to confusing signage
RO
Australia
Nissan X-Trail
4/4/22
Everything was outstanding. Only issue was with the car itself. Cruise control had issues where it would brake around bends, from 120km to 90 suddenly. Read manual and tried to override unsuccessful. Looked up issue on the internet and found it was a common problem with the car, and the manufacturer was releasing a firmware update to fix. We had the Haval. Probably warrants a recall in my opinion as it's definitely a safety issue. We were unable to use cruise control for the trip which wasn't ideal travelling to Kakadu.
MW
Australia
Kia Picanto
2/26/22
For personal use travelling in local cbd it was very economical
AH
Australia
Kia Cerato
6/10/21
Great to hire and drive out to see the sights of Darwin and surrounds at your leisure
DH
Australia
Kia Cerato
4/26/21
Mataranka thermal pools beautiful. Florence falls in Litchfield park a must to see. Stunning! The crocodile cruise was also very cool. Sunset cruise was also amazing and relaxing.
HP
Australia
Toyota Yaris
3/31/21
It was used for local driving.
AD
Australia
Toyota Corolla
3/21/21
A must see place, Kakadu, Litchfield, Darwin city
GS
Australia
Hyundai Accent
3/13/21
We went to Darwin for a week & had an amazing time. Fabulous scenery, friendly people & fantastic food.
BT
Australia
Kia Rio
11/27/20
it depends on your plans for your stay if you need a car or not. just like anywhere in the world , if you stay central you dont need a car but if you want to look around then obviously one is necessary.
parliament house and the war museum are both worth a look.
JW
Australia
Hyundai Accent
11/23/20
Great for recreation and work
MM
Australia
Hyundai Accent
11/21/20
Darwin really needs a car, so many wonderful places to visit within the greater Darwin region, but not all within easy walking distance. That’s not taking all the outlying National Parks and areas that are a must when here.
YP
Australia
Toyota Corolla
10/29/20
Bit far from the airport but provided shuttle.
GL
Australia
Hyundai i20
2/21/19
Though a small airport, it was modern and well appointed. The Alamo desk was in a prominent position and a short walk to the car pickup/drop off point. We stayed in the Mercure at the airport which was approx. 300 metres from the terminal. They offered free secure parking and the whole experience was hassle free. There are several service stations very close by to refill the tank before drop off. I have stayed in airport hotels many times before. This was the closest hotel to the terminal that I have stayed in and the quietest. In a week's stay, I only heard two departing aircraft and that was when I was outside my room close to the foyer.
MW
Australia
Hyundai i20
7/11/18
If it is raining you will need an umbrella to pick up the car as it is a long walk to the car park.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Alamo
9.1 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Routes Car Rental
7.4 / 10
Total number of reviews
43
Total rental companies
15
Average daily price
$39.00
Lowest daily price
$19.97
Total cars available
179
Top 15 suppliers at Darwin Airport in 2024
+61889453909 / +61300106666
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin International Airport NT 0820
$23 - $87
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 18:00
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Dollar
+611800501934
Darwin International Airport, Airport Terminal, Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin City NT 0800
$42 - $95
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+61136139
Darwin International Airport, Airport Terminal, Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin City NT 0800
$20 - $220
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Terminal Building
$24 - $58
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+610889453261
Airport Terminal, Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin City NT 0800
$27 - $57
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 19:00
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+610889826690
Darwin International Airport, Henry Wrigley Dr, Eaton NT 0820
$66 - $193
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Mon:08:30 - 21:30
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1/8 Osgood Drive, Eaton, NT 0820
$20 - $22
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National
+61889453909 / +61300106666
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin International Airport NT 0820
$53 - $94
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GreenMotion
+61134733
26 Progress Drive
$53 - $94
Working hours
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+61889242419
Terminal Building, Eaton NT 0820
$53 - $94
Working hours
Mon:09:00 - 17:00
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+61300106666
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin International Airport NT 0820
$63 - $129
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 18:00
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Keddy
+610889453261
Airport Terminal, Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin City NT 0800
$27 - $55
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 19:00
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EastCoast Car Rentals
+1800028881 / +61755558900
285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove, Darwin, Northern Territory, 0810
$20 - $43
Working hours
Mon:10:00 - 19:00
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Firefly
0889826690
Mcmillans Rd
$20 - $43
Working hours
Mon:08:30 - 21:30
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Routes Car Rental
+6189453261
DARWIN AIRPORT, Terminal Building
$29 - $51
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