Cheapflights insights for Darwin car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Darwin, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Darwin?
For the best savings on car hire in Darwin, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 125/day – about 207% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Darwin?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Darwin is Hertz (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Thrifty (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Darwin?
Planning to hire a car in Darwin? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 92 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 264. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 92
February
AED 92
March
AED 95
April
AED 165
May
AED 184
June
AED 217
July
AED 264
August
AED 187
September
AED 151
October
AED 125
November
AED 107
December
AED 103
What car do most people hire in Darwin?
Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Darwin. SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Mitsubishi Montero Sport or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Darwin?
Both Dollar and Sunnycars have 4 locations in Darwin, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Darwin
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Darwin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Darwin. Reviews were last updated on 12 August 2025.
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Ace Rental Cars
East Coast Car Rentals
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Darwin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Darwin?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Darwin it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
Car rentals by fuel type in Darwin
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Darwin. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Darwin. Deals were last updated on 12 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Darwin. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 31+).