Car Hire in Greece
Compare and book car rental across 69 pick-up points in Greece — airports, ports, city offices and hotels. Live availability, with CDW, unlimited mileage and 24% VAT included in every price.
Popular car hire destinations in Greece
Rhodes, Corfu, Kefalonia and Crete are the most-searched places to rent a car in Greece — and the islands where having your own car changes the holiday most. Choose a destination to see live prices for your dates.
Airport car hire — keys in hand on arrival
Most travellers collect their car the moment they land. Desks at Athens, Heraklion, Chania, Rhodes, Corfu and Thessaloniki airports are staffed for all scheduled arrivals, and several locations run a free shuttle from the terminal to the depot. Add your flight number when you book and the desk holds your car if you are delayed.
Choosing the right car for Greek roads
Narrow village lanes and easy parking. The sensible island choice.
More boot space without losing manoeuvrability.
Comfortable for longer mainland drives and motorways.
Higher clearance for mountain and unsurfaced roads.
Seven to nine seats for families and groups.
Open-top island driving — book early for summer.
What you need to know before you drive
Licence and age
Drivers normally need to be at least 21 and to have held a full licence for a year; some categories require 23 or 25. EU and UK licences are accepted as they are. Licences issued outside the EU should be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.
What the price includes
Every price on this page includes Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), unlimited mileage and Greek VAT at 24% — the figure you see is the figure you pay us. Optional extras and driver surcharges are settled at the desk, not here.
Excess and deposit
CDW limits your liability but does not remove it. Each car carries an excess — typically around €1,000–1,200 for a small or mid-size car and up to €2,000 for a nine-seater — and the rental company holds a deposit for the same amount on a credit card in the main driver’s name. Both figures are shown on each car before you book. If you would rather not carry that risk, you can usually reduce the excess at the desk for a daily fee.
Fees that may be added locally
A few surcharges sit outside the quoted price because they depend on who is driving: a young driver fee and a senior driver fee (around €40 per rental each), and an additional driver fee (around €24). If none apply to you, there is nothing further to pay at the counter beyond the deposit hold.
Fuel, tolls and ferries
Cars are supplied full-to-full — return it full and you pay only for what you use. Mainland motorways are tolled and take cash or card. If you plan to take the car on a ferry between islands, say so when booking, as it needs approval in advance.
Driving in Greece
Drive on the right. Island roads are often narrow, steep and winding, so a smaller car is usually the smarter choice. In July and August book several weeks ahead — availability tightens sharply and prices climb with demand.
Car hire in Greece — your questions
How much does it cost to hire a car in Greece?
Small economy cars typically start around €25–35 a day outside peak season, with compacts, automatics, SUVs and seven-seaters higher. July and August carry the highest prices, while spring and autumn are noticeably cheaper. Every price shown here already includes Collision Damage Waiver, unlimited mileage and Greek VAT at 24%.
What is included in the price, and what is not?
Included: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), unlimited mileage and 24% VAT. Not included: the security deposit, which is held on a credit card and released after the car is returned undamaged, and driver-related surcharges — a young driver fee and a senior driver fee of around €40 per rental each, and an additional driver fee of around €24. If none of those apply to you, there is nothing more to pay beyond the deposit hold.
Does the insurance cover everything?
No — CDW limits your liability rather than removing it. Each car has an excess, typically around €1,000–1,200 for a small or mid-size car and up to €2,000 for a nine-seater, and the same amount is held as a deposit. Both are shown on each car before you book. You can usually reduce the excess at the desk for a daily fee.
Do I need an International Driving Permit in Greece?
Not if your licence was issued in the EU or the UK — those are accepted as they are. Licences from outside the EU should be accompanied by an International Driving Permit alongside the original licence.
Can I pick up at the airport and drop off somewhere else?
Yes. One-way rentals between many Greek locations are possible; choose different pick-up and return points when you search and any one-way fee is included in the price before you book.
Is an automatic car available in Greece?
Yes, though automatics are a smaller share of the Greek fleet than in the UK and sell out first in summer. Filter by transmission in the results and book early if you need one.
What do I need to bring to the desk?
Your driving licence, passport or ID, and a credit card in the main driver’s name for the security deposit. The deposit is released after the car is returned undamaged.
Can I take the hire car on a ferry?
Often yes, but it must be agreed in advance — tell us when you book so the rental company can approve it and note it on your agreement.
