Car hires in Darwin, Northern Territory

The majority of the Darwin car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Darwin such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Thrifty often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

Travellers who hire a car in Darwin should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Darwin are generally 110 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 110 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

Dollar is the most popular car hire company in Darwin that has Mitsubishi ASX hire. Mitsubishi ASX hire in Darwin is around €93/day when hiring from Dollar.Dollar also has other SUV car hires in Darwin in case you change your mind about the Mitsubishi ASX. For instance, the Mazda CX-5 is available in Darwin from Dollar.

Those looking for a hire car in Darwin during the month of February should expect temperatures to be around 28 °C and should expect around 340 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

The climate in Northern Territory during February is usually 27 °C with an expected 40 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Darwin on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Darwin are refreshed on a daily basis.

There are 45 operators available for cars in Darwin as of February 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Darwin. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Darwin. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.