Northern Territory

Cheap Car Hire in Northern Territory from $27

Darwin, NT, Australia
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Darwin, NT, Australia
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Northern Territory car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Northern Territory. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$100

Cheapest price per day

$27

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Northern Territory?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Northern Territory, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 49 pickup locations in Northern Territory to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Price

$44 - $153

Out of all the popular cities in Northern Territory, Darwin is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $44/day. Renting a car in Darwin is 71% cheaper than renting one in Katherine where the per day rate is around $153. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Northern Territory to get a rental car in are: Alice Springs ($86/day), Tennant Creek ($135/day), and Yulara ($145/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Darwin should expect to spend around $44/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Northern Territory is Darwin.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Northern Territory?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Northern Territory 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 20 April 2024.

January

$40

February

$40

March

$48

April

$85

May

$87

June

$95

July

$112

August

$107

September

$90

October

$68

November

$49

December

$51

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Northern Territory 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 Northern Territory

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Northern Territory and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

There are 84 hire agencies servicing Northern Territory. These agencies, altogether, have 3,155 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Northern Territory with prices from $27 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Northern Territory:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Commercial

Commercial

Supplier choice SUV

Supplier choice SUV

Supplier choice van

Supplier choice van

Supplier choice pickup truck

Supplier choice pickup truck

Compare available car types for hire in Northern Territory

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Northern Territory to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Small cars

$36 - $96

All Car Types

$55 - $135

To hire a small car in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $70/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Northern Territory (~$36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$96/day). In fact, March is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a small car saves you 27% 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 Northern Territory small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $90/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Northern Territory (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$124/day). In fact, March is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a medium car saves you 8% 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 Northern Territory medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $133/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Northern Territory (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$164/day). In fact, March is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a large car is 28% 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. Here are the best Northern Territory large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $91/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Northern Territory (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$129/day). In fact, March is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a SUV saves you 6% 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 Northern Territory SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $162/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Northern Territory (~$99/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$215/day). In fact, February is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a van is 41% 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. Here are the best Northern Territory van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $131/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Northern Territory (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$180/day). In fact, December is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a pickup truck is 27% 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 hire a luxury car in Northern Territory, you would pay an average price of $391/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Northern Territory (~$213/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$1,095/day). In fact, September is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Northern Territory. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Territory, hiring a luxury car is 76% 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.

Hyundai Accent Hatch$27/day
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Toyota Corolla$30/day
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Toyota Corolla

Top hire agencies in Northern Territory

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Northern Territory known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Northern Territory. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Northern Territory region, including those located within the Darwin, Jingili and Yulara area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Budget

9.7
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
5 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

6.6

Europcar

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

10 locations

Firefly

10 locations

Best Northern Territory car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Northern Territory. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Northern Territory with an average daily rate of $132. Data was last updated on 20 April 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Northern Territory, including options within a close proximity to Darwin, Jingili and Yulara. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
MG ZS$27/day
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MG ZS
Hyundai Accent Hatch$27/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Corolla$29/day
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Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Northern Territory, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Northern Territory?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $70/day when booking a car hire in Northern Territory. The absolute best deal a user found was for $31/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 14.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Northern Territory?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Northern Territory from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals ($27/day), Europcar ($30/day), and Budget ($41/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Northern Territory?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), Fox (10.0 rating) and Sunset Rent a Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Northern Territory.

  • What are petrol prices like in Northern Territory?

    The average price of petrol in Northern Territory is $1.81/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $81 and $118 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Territory for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Northern Territory. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $265 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Territory for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 55% on your car hire. For a below average price in Northern Territory, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 4 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Territory?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Northern Territory for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Northern Territory for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Northern Territory for a month is $1,136. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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Car hires by fuel type in Northern Territory

Browse car hires by fuel type in Northern Territory. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Northern Territory. Deals were last updated on 20 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Northern Territory. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($21+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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