Car Hire Ayers Rock - Uluru Connellan Airport 

Rent a Car from Uluru - Ayers Rock Airport

Are you looking for a rental car to explore Uluru and Alice Springs? If you're ready to experience the Red Centre in full, Avis can make your trip safer and more enjoyable. We offer car hire at Ayers Rock Airport, which is also known as Connellan Airport or Uluru Airport. We specialise in 4WDs, with our vehicles perfect for weekends in the bush or extended outback adventures.

Avis car rental at Ayers Rock Airport is easy to find, with our office located at the Arrivals Hall in the main Terminal Building. The Avis Ayers Rock car rental office is open on Sundays from 9:00 AM to 1:45 PM, and Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Your rental car must be returned during office hours.

Our Car Hire Fleet

Cars

If you need Uluru car hire, we have a variety of vehicles to choose from. From compact cars to large sedans and SUVs, you're sure to find exactly what you need. 4WDs are especially popular in the Red Centre, as they allow you to explore Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and get off the beaten track.

When it comes to 4WD hire at Ayers Rock Airport, we combine fantastic off-road performance with modern comfort and advanced safety features. Our 4WDs and other vehicles go through a regular maintenance and cleaning program, so you can book 4WD hire at Uluru with complete confidence. Check out our Ayers Rock Airport car hire fleet today.

Commercial Vehicle Hire - Ute - Van - Truck - Bus

The car rental office at Uluru Airport also supplies commercial vehicles, from utes and vans to small trucks and buses. If you need a practical vehicle for work or recreation, we're sure to have what you need. Our commercial vehicles have been selected for outback conditions, with all cars kept in tip-top condition. If you need to visit the Red Centre for a contract or travel between Uluru and Alice for work, we're here to help.

Our Car Renting Deals & Offers

At Avis, we want to ensure our Uluru - Ayers Rock Airport car rental services are available to everyone.

If you simply need to get from the airport to the city centre, one-way car hire is perfect. However, when you plan to spend a lot of time exploring Uluru, try one of our long-term car rentals. And to make sure you save money while hiring a car from us, try searching through car hire deals.

FAQs

Booking

How much to hire a car from Uluru - Ayers Rock airport?

To provide you with an estimate, we need to know more about your hire period, the car you want, and how long you need it for. When you choose one of the rentals at Avis.com.au, you’ll save money no matter which option you choose.

How old do you have to be to hire a car?

The minimum age to drive a vehicle with Avis is 21 years of age. All drivers must hold a current, full and valid driver's licence, that has been valid for a minimum of 12 consecutive months. A young driver surcharge may apply.

Do I need an Australian driving license to rent a car at Uluru - Ayers Rock Airport?

The Driver must (i) hold a full, current and valid driving licence (not being a learners licence or provisional licence), (ii) have an International Driving Permit (IDP) or official translation (if a licence is not in Roman alphabet), (iii) have held their licence for minimum 12 consecutive months immediately prior to signing the Rental Agreement.

An International Driving Permit is not a stand-alone document and this must be carried with your valid domestic driving licence for it to be valid.

Digital drivers licences are only accepted in the issuing state. If you're travelling interstate you must present a physical (plastic) drivers licence.

Driving

How do tolls work with rental cars?

Avis has partnered with Linkt to ensure toll payments are simple. You will be sent the information to access a Linkt Rental Account when you travel on a toll road. This account is automatically set up using your booking information, and will let you view your trips, payment details and statements.

All payments for tolls will be automatically made with the credit or debit card that you provided for your rental vehicle.

For more information about how toll payments are managed, visit our Toll Payments page.

Returning

What are you supposed to do before you return a rental car?

When you return your rental car to Avis, you must do so with a full tank of fuel. We also ask that you remove all your personal belongings from the vehicle. Finally, please return the car to us in a clean state, ready for the next customer to drive.

Can I return a car to the location before or after business hours?

There are select Avis locations that allow returns outside of business hours. Please contact the return location directly or contact the Avis Reservations team to check if this is possible on 136 333.

Do I get a refund if I return my rental car early?

If you return the vehicle before the original return date (early return), you will not be refunded any portion of your payment. This does not detract from your rights as a consumer under applicable consumer protection legislation, including the Australian Consumer Law.

Can I return my rental car to a different location?

Avis allows one way rentals between select locations. Enter your details in the search widget to see available options. If you have an existing reservation, you can amend your booking online by clicking this link and following the prompts or on our mobile app. If you have collected your car and are having trouble amending your booking online, please contact the location you collected the vehicle from to check one way options.

Other Locations in Uluru - Ayers Rock for Car Hire

Avis Car & Truck Rental has two locations in the Red Centre. Along with our office at Ayers Rock Airport, we also work from Alice Springs Airport. While ancient Uluru is the area's most popular attraction, there are great spots located across Central Australia. From West MacDonnell Ranges to Rainbow Valley, our 4WD vehicles allow you to see it all. You can hire a car at Ayers Rock Airport and drive to Alice Springs, with 4WD car hire from Alice Springs to Ayers Rock also available.

Nearby Facilities

Ayers Rock Airport is located near the town of Yulara, which is around 450 km from Alice Springs. The airport is 20 minutes from Uluru itself, and a short 6 km drive from Ayers Rock Resort. While the airport itself has many facilities, including food and beverages, it is located in a very remote location. There is no public transportation, although some hotels provide an airport shuttle service. The two closest petrol stations are the Independent Initi Store and the Shell Ayers Rock Service Station.

Rent a Car and Explore Uluru - Ayers Rock

When you book the right vehicle for the local terrain, you can experience everything the Red Centre has to offer. From Uluru itself to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, West MacDonnell Ranges, and Alice Springs Desert Park, there is so much to see and do. Central Australia is best explored via road, with the vast distances and rugged dirt roads involved often requiring a 4WD vehicle. From rugged camping adventures to luxurious outback getaways, your Red Centre experience starts with car hire at Uluru Airport.