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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
AUD
Country code
61
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Serving as the capital of the Northern Territories, Darwin is an increasingly popular travel destination. Despite its relatively small size and remoteness, it packs a surprising amount of heritage sites, cultural diversity, and things to do. Located in the most tropical part of the country, Darwin also offers access to Northern Australia’s lush rainforests, chiefly the vast and stunning Kakadu National Park.
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
- Large cars - from $51 per day
- Medium cars - from $50 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $102 per day
- SUVs - from $74 per day
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.
Airport info
Darwin Airport (DRW)
- IATA: DRW
- ICAO: YPDN
- Name: Darwin Airport (DRW)
- Size: Medium Airport
- Aircraft movements (per year): 26,259
- Passengers (per year): 1,925,039
- Distance from City: 6.8 miles / 11 km NE of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +61 8 8920 1811
- Email: information.drw@ntairports.com.au
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Darwin Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Darwin Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Darwin Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Darwin Airport is February when prices for an Economy class start from $16.93. You can see that this is 64% cheaper than the yearly average and 81% cheaper than renting a car in March (when rental prices start at $91.29 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Darwin Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in January the average rental period is 10 days, while in October, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at Darwin Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Darwin Airport in May, while the fewest number of travelers rent in November.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Thrifty | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Nissan X-Trail | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Kona | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Holden Commodore | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross | 5 | 2 | Station wagons |
| Alamo | Mitsubishi ASX | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Alamo | Kia Cerato | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
Top 8 Suppliers at Darwin Airport in 2021
National
+61889453909
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin International Airport NT 0820
$62 - $87
Enterprise
+61889453909
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin International Airport NT 0820
$40 - $61
Europcar
+610889453261
Airport Terminal, Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin City NT 0800
Working hours
Mon:06:30-22:30
Tue:06:30-22:30
Wed:06:30-22:30
Thu:06:30-22:30
Fri:06:30-22:30
Sat:06:30-22:30
Sun:06:30-22:30
Keddy
+610889453261
Airport Terminal, Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin City NT 0800
Working hours
Mon:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:01-02:00; 06:00-23:59
Avis
0889366166
Terminal Building
$61 - $113
Working hours
Mon:08:30-20:30
Tue:08:30-20:30
Wed:08:30-20:30
Thu:08:30-20:30
Fri:08:30-20:30
Sat:09:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
889453909
In Terminal
Working hours
Mon:10:00-18:00
Tue:10:00-18:00
Wed:10:00-18:00
Thu:10:00-18:00
Fri:10:00-18:00
Budget
0889452011
Terminal Building Darwin Airport
$58 - $73
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-19:00
Sun:09:00-19:00
+61889453909
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Darwin International Airport NT 0820
$41 - $57