Returning your rental car.
When you arrive at Darwin Airport, follow the signs for car rental returns and park in a designated Redspot bay. If a member of our team isn’t already there to greet you, simply make your way to our desk to drop off your key.
After hours pick-up.
Simply call us at (08) 7634 4225 or 1300 668 810 (toll-free number) to organise after hours pick-up. Alternatively, email our team at darwin.airport@redspot.com.au and we’ll help get you sorted.
After hours drop-off.
Need to return your rental car outside of our regular Darwin hours? Head to Darwin Airport’s car rental parking bay, park in the designated Redspot area. Leave the keys at our branch’s secure drop box and you’re done!
One-way car hires.
We offer one-way car hires between our Darwin and city location. Reach out to us for a great deal.
Never a rainy day for satisfied Redspot customers!
For over 35 years, our homegrown team of experts have helped both visitors and locals hit the Aussie roads with confidence. Check out what our customers have to say about us:
Load up with Redspot’s red-hot value packages!
We’ve got your back with 24/7 roadside assistance so you never have to worry about being stranded. For an even smoother car rental experience, we have designed three packages for damage and liability coverage and extra services!
Package prices will be calculated based on the rental period and the vehicle you select. Proceed to the car rental booking page for a quote.
Standard Package
Need something a little more simple but with all the expert local support? Redspot’s Standard Package might be for you. This includes:
- No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
- $5,200 to $6,200 damage liability excess*
- GST-inclusive
- Unlimited km allowance
- Additional drivers fee
- No cancellation fees
- No amendment fees
- Contract fee **
- Premium location fee***
- Registration recovery fee****
- Book now, pay later
Executive Package
This iconic Redspot package stands strong as the first all-inclusive car rental product in Australia! Designed with peace-of-mind built-in, our good value car rental package includes:
- No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
- $0 standard liability excess*
- Additional windshield and headlight cover
- GST-inclusive
- Unlimited km allowance
- Free additional drivers
- No cancellation fees
- No amendment fees
- Contract fee **
- Premium location fee***
- Registration recovery fee****
- Book now, pay later
Terminology Key.
Let us break down our package terms so you know exactly what may appear on your invoice:
*Damage liability excess: ‘Amount reduced by’ is dependent on the vehicle type and hire itinerary selected. See our Car Rental Cover page for more information.
**Contract fee: We have a small surcharge to cover our costs to draw up our rental agreement with you.
***Premium location fee: Sometimes a premium airport or downtown location will charge us an additional surcharge for each rental and we are upfront about this cost in your package! The price will depend on the location selected.
****Registration recovery fee: We pay a surcharge to cover our vehicle registration and compulsory third-party insurance costs and we highlight this clearly in your package breakdown.
At Redspot, we believe in straight-up honesty! Just so you’re in the loop, all the nitty-gritty on damage liability and extra charges can be found in our terms and conditions.
The Power of Partnerships.
Redspot are proud to partner with Sunshine Coast Lightning. We share a passion for high performance, community spirit, and supporting women in sport.
Redspot are a trusted supplier of car rental services to NSW Government agencies. We’re proud to support essential services across the state and beyond.
Redspot are proud to sponsor Melbourne Storm. We share a strong devotion to Australian families, grassroots sport, and community values.
Redspot Driver Facts.
Share the ride with additional drivers:
We can easily add additional drivers to your car rental booking. The driver will need to show their full valid driver’s licence in any branch and provide a credit card for a daily surcharge. Too easy!
Rev-Up for Young Drivers:
We are one of the few car rental companies to have a minimum driver age of 21!
Note that drivers under 25 will pay a daily surcharge on their car rental fee. Car hire is limited to small to medium-sized sedans and hatchbacks.
Don’t sweat the paperwork:
If you are a first-time renter, all we need is one (1) document with your address on it. Returning customers, all you need to bring for collection is your valid driver’s licence and credit card. If it’s your first time renting locally, you’ll also need to bring a third form of identification like a current utility bill. We will take care of the rest!
Overseas visitors welcome:
Explore every Aussie hotspot with Redspot! Temporary overseas visitors can hire a car with:
- A full valid driver’s licence and passport
- Licences must have photo identification
- If the licence is not in English then you will need an official translated document from your embassy or road traffic authority in your home country
- Some countries may need to apply for an international driver’s permit
Family-friendly car hire:
Redspot is a family-run business and selects modern SUVs, sedans and people carriers for family comfort. With a range of baby, child and booster seats available to hire, the little ones don’t miss out.
Credit Card Condition:
Cover your back and ours. All rental cars require a credit card at pick-up for a pre-authorisation.
Fuel Flexibility:
Pre-pay, post-pay or refuel your rental car yourself. Redspot makes it easy to keep a full tank for an Australian adventure.
Local P-Platers and Full Licences:
Redspot Car Rentals gives P-platers the green light – one of the few Aussie companies that do! Our safety rules include:
- You must hold a Provisional P2 driver’s licence (green Ps).
- Your full driver’s licence must be valid for a minimum of 12 months from the date of rental collection.
Maximum age is no barrier:
With Redspot, age is just a number! There is no maximum age to hit the road.
Toll-road Tricks:
Buy peace of mind with a Redspot toll road waiver and say goodbye to unexpected charges.
Meet Our Fleet.
From SUVs and minivans to electric cars, spot our most popular car rentals in Canberra and hit the ground driving!
Redspot: Where every rental is spot-on.
Fully Aussie-owned and operated
Founded, owned and operated by local Aussie family for over 35 years!
Personalised care
Our small, dedicated teams in over 40 spots around Australia are here to help out wherever the road takes you.
Amazing value
Get the most bang for your buck with our all-inclusive packages and customisable options in between.
No hidden costs
All taxes and GST with no extra fees are included in our rates.
24/7 roadside assistance
All our rental cars are covered by 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a cross border fee for rental cars?
A cross-border fee is a charge applied when you take a rental car across state or national borders. For example, if you’re driving from Queensland to New South Wales or any other state, this fee helps cover the logistics of moving the vehicle and any potential risks. With Redspot, we don’t charge cross-border fees for any of our vehicles, so you can roam freely.
That said, one-way car hires are only available between Redspot Darwin branches in the Northern Territory. For instance, if you’ve hired from one of our NT branches, you can drop off your rental car at our Darwin Airport, Darwin City or Holtze locations. Rent from our Darwin City branch, then drop your ride off at the airport and jet off with ease!
Can you take a hire car on a ferry?
Yes, you can hop on a ferry and take your Redspot hire car along. For Darwin, this means you can easily access places like Wagait Beach or the Cox Peninsula with the Mandorah ferry.
Please note that there are a few special considerations that apply:
- The elected damage liability does not apply while on the ferry, i.e. in the event of the ferry sinking or the hire car being damaged while on the ferry, the customer is up for car replacement/repair costs.
- There must be a gazetted road (a sealed or unsealed road regularly maintained by the Australian government) on the other end of the ferry.
Questions? Contact our friendly Darwin team at (08) 7634 4225 (branch direct) or darwin.airport@redspot.com.au to discuss details.
Can you hire a car overseas?
Coming in from overseas? No problem! Tourists are more than welcome to rent a car with Redspot. All you need to do is show your valid overseas driver’s licence and passport upon vehicle pick-up.
Loving Darwin so much, you’ll be staying for over 3 months? Then you’ll need to transition to a local driver’s licence. How to do this can vary depending on the state or territory you’re in. Be sure to check in with our friendly Darwin team for local advice.
Note: Make sure to bring a physical driver’s licence to the kiosk. Certain digital licences or passports are not accepted as valid documents.* If your licence is not in English, we’ll need a translated version from your embassy or traffic authority in your home country.
For more information, see our complete guide to renting a vehicle with an overseas licence.
*Digital licences or passports are accepted from the USA, Singapore, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
What documents do I need to hire a car in Australia?
To hire a car from our Darwin Airport branch, you will need:
- A valid credit card or debit card* or purchase order/prepaid voucher**.
- A valid driver’s licence and the licence of any other drivers using the car. Licence not in English? You will also need an official translation, as provided by your embassy or home nation’s traffic authority.
- Does your licence show your current address? If not, you will need to provide documented proof of address, such as a utility bill.
- If you are not an Australian citizen, you must also provide your passport.
*Debit cards: Must have the customer’s name displayed, and the ability to make online payments e.g. Visa or Mastercard debit cards.
**Purchase order or prepaid vouchers: Customers must also supply a valid credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card for any incidental expenses (extensions, fuel charges, etc.).
Explore Darwin with Redspot
Darwin is surrounded by some of the most uniquely Australian vistas you can find. From wild encounters with crocodiles to colourful forests and coastal scenery, you’ll find something amazing in Darwin. Pick up a Redspot Darwin Airport car hire and experience the outback for yourself.
Crocosaurus Cove
Find the world’s largest display of Australian reptiles, right in the heart of Darwin’s City centre! Crocosaurus Cove features the iconic saltwater crocodile, freshwater turtles and Australia’s only protected crocodile dive. Experience one of the world’s oldest predators closer than ever before.
Darwin Military Museum
See Darwin’s fascinating history come to life at the Darwin Military Museum. Learn about the city’s role in World War 2, including the Japanese bombings of 1942 and more. With artifacts covering Australia’s wartime past, you’ll touch history with your own two hands.
Litchfield National Park
Experience the majestic beauty of the Northern Territory only an hour’s drive away from Darwin. Take a swim in the stunning waters of Florence Falls, or ride a Redspot 4WD to the Lost City or Walker Creek. No matter your destination, you won’t regret a day in Litchfield National Park.
Kakadu National Park
This UNESCO World Heritage site is well worth the hour-and-a-half drive it takes to get there. Featuring towering waterfalls, stunning horizons and ancient Aboriginal rock art, Kakadu National Park is your chance to connect with the oldest living culture on earth.
Red-hot Darwin tips from our local staff!
Darwin Car Hire – Get your Aussie adventures rolling
For over 35 years, Redspot is Australia’s go-to for all your car hire needs! From luxury SUVs to minivans, our well-maintained fleet has the wheels to get you going. Our average vehicle age is just six months young, and we’re one of the few Aussie companies to welcome young drivers under 25.
With our flagship all-inclusive package, you can confidently hit the road with no hidden costs, unlimited kilometres and 24-hour roadside assistance.
Not to mention our whopping 41 Australia car hire locations! Whether you’re moving interstate or hitting local roads, our team of local experts has you covered.
Spot the Redspot difference on your next adventure and book with us for a seriously smooth ride.
