Darwin

Cheap Car Rentals in Darwin from C$ 42

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Darwin with a pick-up date of 31/5 and drop-off date of 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Darwin, NT, Australia
8 May — 15 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Darwin, NT, Australia
Wed 8/5
Noon
Wed 15/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Darwin?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Darwin and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 1 May 2024.

January

C$ 35

February

C$ 35

March

C$ 42

April

C$ 69

May

C$ 75

June

C$ 82

July

C$ 97

August

C$ 94

September

C$ 79

October

C$ 58

November

C$ 43

December

C$ 45

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Darwin is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Darwin

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Darwin and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 May 2024.

At C$ 42/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Darwin in the past week. Out of 23 car rental agencies operating in Darwin, there are, in total, 40 rental locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

C$ 42+

Compact

Compact

C$ 48+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 44+

Standard

Standard

C$ 71+

SUV

SUV

C$ 120+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 58+

Mini

Mini

C$ 45+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 185+

Compare available car types for rental in Darwin

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Darwin to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 May 2024.

Small cars

C$ 40 - C$ 129

All Car Types

C$ 62 - C$ 148

To rent a small car in Darwin, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 81/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Darwin, Australia (~C$ 40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 129/day). In fact, March is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Darwin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Darwin, renting a small car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Darwin small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Darwin, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 80/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Darwin, Australia (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 167/day). In fact, March is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Darwin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Darwin, renting a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Darwin medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Darwin, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 110/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Darwin, Australia (~C$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 195/day). In fact, June is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Darwin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Darwin, renting a large car is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Darwin, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 96/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Darwin, Australia (~C$ 76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 134/day). In fact, December is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Darwin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Darwin, renting a SUV saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Darwin SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 42/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SylphyC$ 48/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy

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 1 May 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Darwin, including Hertz, Thrifty and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.9

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.8

Ace Rental Cars

2 locations

Bargain Car Rentals

3 locations

Europcar

8.0
Very good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

3.9

Best Darwin car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Darwin. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Darwin with an average daily rate of C$ 77. Data was last updated on 1 May 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Darwin. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Honda FitC$ 42/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Ford Focus SedanC$ 44/day
5
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus Sedan
Honda CivicC$ 48/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Darwin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 May 2024.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Darwin?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Darwin from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (C$ 42/day), Bargain Car Rentals (C$ 45/day), and Europcar (C$ 58/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Darwin?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10.0 rating), Hertz (10.0 rating) and Thrifty (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Darwin.

  • What are gas prices like in Darwin?

    The average gas price in Darwin is C$ 1.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 72 and C$ 104 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Darwin for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Renting a car in Darwin for a week can be a great option for travel. Bargain Car Rentals, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 356/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Darwin for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Darwin it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 58%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 4 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Darwin?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Darwin check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car rental in Darwin for a weekend?

    Car rental prices in Darwin are typically C$ 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car rental deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider renting a Economy to save money on your trip to C$ 0. Our users have found prices for Economy car rentals in June to be on average C$ 0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Darwin?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Compact (Class Compact SUV) in Darwin, making it the most popular option.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Darwin

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Darwin. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Darwin. Deals were last updated on 1 May 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Darwin. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 33+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 47+

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