Car Hire Darwin Airport

Darwin Airport Mini Guide

Darwin International Airport is the busiest airport in Australia’s Northern Territories. It is in the district of Marrara and 13km from Darwin city centre. The airport’s runways are shared with RAAF Darwin.

Flights to Darwin Airport
There are now nine airlines plus some subsidiaries flying out of Darwin giving a greater range of options for travellers wishing to fly to this part of Australia from South East Asia. For travellers from further afield you could get there via Singapore and take a connecting flight to Darwin.

Onward travel
Darwin Airport Shuttle departs from the front of the terminal and will take you directly to your hotel. There are also taxis and a bus service available. If you have pre-booked a hire car at Darwin Airport, you will find the car rental counters in arrivals.

Brisbane Airport facilities
There are ATMs on both floors offering Australian Dollars or if you need to change some money, head to Travelex on the ground floor. You can watch the planes whilst you wait at the public viewing deck on the first floor and there is Wi-Fi access there too. Need help planning your trip? Go to Tourism Top End who can provide you with information on local attractions and transport or book you a hotel.

Brisbane Airport shopping
News Travels has all those last minute necessities you may need for your trip, as well as magazines and books. Look for a bargain in JR Duty Free Store, they have everything from sunglasses and toys to fragrances and fine wines. The best place to buy a souvenir or gift is Territory Store as they specialize in local produce and hand made items from the area.

Brisbane Airport dining
For a quick coffee and a muffin, head for Aroma’s Café. If you need something more substantial, hot meals and sandwiches are available at Velluto’s Café. Fancy a beer and some bar snacks? You can get them at Fanny Bay Ale House. For fast food have barbeque chicken or a wrap from Red Rooster.

Brisbane Airport hotels
Yes, two in fact. Rydges Darwin Airport Hotel has 136 contemporary rooms with free internet access. There is a gym and swimming pool if you feel the need to workout. In the evening you can relax at the pool bar or try the modern cuisine at Bistro Restaurant. Alternatively, you can stay at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, it has 181 rooms and is set in lush gardens. There are swimming pools for you to take a dip or relax by. You can eat later at the hotel’s Essence Restaurant.

Do you need a rental car at Darmin Airport?

A fascinating part of Australia is waiting for you to discover it in the Northern Territory city of Darwin. There you’ll see the wilder Australia of the rainforests to the north and the deserts to the south.

Hiring a car is the easiest way to get around and our unlimited mileage offer together with 24 hour roadside assistance mean that however far you travel, you’ll always make it safely back. 4 x 4 vehicles are recommended there as there’s often a lot to be seen by going off the main road. There’s a variety of them to choose from online.

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