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Here you can compare prices on car rental in Greece. Try our search engine where you can book a rental car in 3 simple steps. When you rent a car from us, no surprise awaits when you pick up the car on your arrival. All prices include free mileage, airport fees and obligatory insurances, taxes and fees. The best price on luxury, economy and family cars. We help you find a rental car in the whole of Greece. If you only want to rent from a specific company, you can choose that when you do your search.

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Advice and tips when looking for a rental car in Greece

Here we have put together some tips on what to consider when looking for a rental car in Greece and regions/states such as Attica, Central Macedonia, Thessaly, West Greece, Peloponnese, East Macedonia and Thrace, Central Greece, Crete, Epirus and South Aegean.

Compare prices from several companies and book the rental car on the Internet

Rent a car cheap in GreeceSearching and booking car rental on the Internet becomes cheaper and it is easier and takes less time. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoprio.com compares several companies at the same time in a single search via Cartrawler. We do not own any cars but only compare prices from different companies such as e.g. Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo and InterRent, etc.

Are there several of you who will drive the car? Where are you going?

Extra driver? If more than one person is driving the car, this must be stated at the time of booking or at the company upon arrival. Remember that there may be restrictions on driving the car to other countries and taking the car from or to islands such as Crete, Euboea, Rhodes, Corfu, Mitylene Island, Chios, Zakynthos, Salamis Island, Kefalonia and Kos.

Book as early as possible

Book as early as possible, it will usually be more expensive if you wait. In large cities such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Pátrai, Piraeus, Larissa, Peristeri, Heraklion, Kallithea, Acharnes and Kalamaria, prices often rise the later you book. It can also be difficult to find cars at major airports such as Athens Airport, Thessaloniki Airport, Patras Araxos Airport, Heraklion Crete Airport, Larissa Airport, Nea Anchialos Airport, Ioannina Airport, Rhodes Airport, Kalamata Airport and Kavala Airport, if you wait too long.

Refuel the car before returning it

Different companies have different fuel conditions. If the car is to be refueled before return, do so to avoid extra fees from the rental car company. Some smaller companies have an administrative fee for refueling the car if it is to be left empty, which is stated in the conditions but not always in the total price. Look extra carefully at the refueling regulations! If the company has 'Pick up full, drop off empty' then there may be an administrative fee for refueling. Any fee is stated during the booking. It is often the cheaper companies that have 'Pick up full, drop off empty'.

Review the contract & terms carefully

Review and read the rental conditions before booking the rental car. Autoprio.com offers rental cars from several different rental car companies and the conditions differ between the different companies. Smaller companies may have administrative fees to be paid on site that relate to refueling after return. Any fees are stated during the booking. Review and read the contract when you pick up your rental car. Autoprio.com offers cheap rental cars from several different rental car companies in Greece and the contract differs between the different companies. If there is something you do not understand in the contract, ask someone from the company on site or contact us directly.

Is free mileage / free miles included?

Check that free mileage is included in the rent. If free mileage is not included, check that the number of kilometers in the contract is sufficient. All major companies have unlimited mileage, but less expensive companies may have a maximum mileage per day.

Do a quick inspection upon pickup

Inspect and examine the rental car when you pick it up. Check that all damages, scratches and dents are included in the condition report. Check how big the deductible is! What often differentiates between smaller, cheaper companies in Greece and larger global companies is the amount of the deductible. Also read the conditions carefully when it comes to how the car is to be returned. Smaller local companies may have an administrative fee if the car is to be returned with an empty tank. Any fee is stated in our terms and conditions when you apply.

Frequently asked questions about car rental & renting a car in Greece

What is the best rental car company in Greece?

Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Greece are Avis, Sixt, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, Budget and National. You can find these car hire companies in cities like Heraklion, Peristeri, Pátrai, Larissa, Acharnes, Kalamaria, Athens, Kallithea, Piraeus and Thessaloniki.

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Greece?

Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoprio.com.

How can I find car rentals near me in Greece?

Do a search for the city, island or airport closest to you in Greece. A search for country or e.g. island in Greece lists the largest airports like Ioannina Airport, Nea Anchialos Airport, Patras Araxos Airport, Larissa Airport, Kalamata Airport, Kavala Airport, Athens Airport, Rhodes Airport, Heraklion Crete Airport and Thessaloniki Airport. Then take a look at our map of cheap car hire companies to find the best rental cars near you.

Can I book without a credit card in Greece?

Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoprio.com in Greece. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.

How much do you charge for excess in Greece?

The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoprio.com insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.

What are the most popular car rental locations in Greece?

Based on searches on autoprio.com, the most popular cities to rent a car in Greece are Larissa, Kallithea, Kalamaria, Pátrai, Thessaloniki, Nikaia, Peristeri, Athens, Acharnes, Glyfada, Ilioúpoli, Nea Liosia, Volos, Piraeus and Heraklion. The most popular airports are Patras Araxos Airport, Thessaloniki Airport, Athens Airport, Nea Anchialos Airport, Larissa Airport and Heraklion Crete Airport.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Greece?

In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars were found on Autoprio.com at AutoHolidays, Drive Hellas S.A., Grentals, SK Rent, AutoCandia, Drive Rhodes, Caldera and Vips Cars in cities like Heraklion, Peristeri, Pátrai, Larissa, Acharnes, Kalamaria, Athens, Kallithea, Piraeus and Thessaloniki, etc and at airports like Patras Araxos Airport, Thessaloniki Airport, Athens Airport, Nea Anchialos Airport, Larissa Airport and Heraklion Crete Airport, etc.

Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave Greece?

The car rental agents like Avis, Sixt, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, Budget and National may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in Greece in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoprio.com.

Which costs are included in the rental price in Greece?

In the majority of cases the rental price includes collision damage waiver, unlimited mileage, airport fee, tax, breakdown assistance and third party liability protection. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in Greece. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.

Do I need an international driver’s licence in Greece?

If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in Greece. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.

Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in Greece?

Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Europcar, Budget, Avis, Sixt and Hertz will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in Greece. We will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.

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Here you can compare rental cars and hiring of vehicles from several companies in cities in Greece. Look for and find the best prices on car rental. Search for and book directly in cities such as, Athens, Thessaloniki, Pátrai, Piraeus, Larissa, Peristeri, Heraklion, Kallithea, Acharnes, Kalamaria, Nikaia, Glyfada, Volos, Nea Liosia. We list prices from companies that are safe and quality assured so that there will not be any problems when you want to pick up your car.

Info about Greece

Greece (Hellenic Republic) is located in Europe and is a country that has about 11,000,000 inhabitants. The capital is Athens which has 664,000 inhabitants. Total surface/area 131,940 km² / 50,942 mi². Europe’s 14th largest when it comes to the surface area and the 11th regarding its inhabitants. Other names are Vasilion tis Ellados, Ellás, Ellinikí Dimokratía, Ελληνική Δημοκρατία, Ελλάς, Ellinikí Dhimokratía, Hellas, Elláda, Grecia, Hellenic Republic, Ελλάδα, Griechenland, Grece, Kingdom of Hella. Greece is the 98th largest country in the world when it comes to the surface and the 75th regarding its inhabitants. The country is divided into fourteen regions/counties/states where the largest are Attica, Central Macedonia, Thessaly, West Greece, Peloponnese, East Macedonia and Thrace, Central Greece, Crete, Epirus, South Aegean, West Macedonia, Ionian Islands, North Aegean and Athos. Athens (c. 664000 pop), Thessaloniki (c. 354300 pop), Pátrai (c. 168000 pop), Piraeus (c. 163700 pop), Larissa (c. 144700 pop) are the five largest cities. The official currency is Euro (EUR) and is used for your payments. Sites on internet often have the domain ending .gr. See the weather reports and find maps of Greece. We give tips and recommendations on attractions, museums, experiences, and destinations which you can visit during your stay in the country. Mount Olympus (2917 m / 9,570 ft), Óros Smólikas (2637 m / 8,652 ft), Voras (2524 m / 8,281 ft), Óros Týmfi (2497 m / 8,192 ft) and Parnassus (2457 m / 8,061 ft) are the top five highest mountains of the country. Do you need to make a call? To make a call with a phone you use the country code +30. Albania, North Macedonia, Turkey, Bulgaria are countries with close borders. Is it included in the price to cross national borders? Usually not, the car rental company may charge a fee to cross national borders to Albania, North Macedonia, Turkey, Bulgaria. All additional costs are paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency, Euro (EUR). It is stated in the rental terms and during the booking whether it is allowed to cross national borders and to which countries. French, English, Modern Greek (1453-) are languages used in the country.

Tourist attractions & activities in Greece

Mini zoo are tropicarium, tropical house, animal parks, aquarium, zoos and terrarium. Spend a day looking on animals? Experience an amusement park, water park or theme park, then there are these options, Sniperclub paintball Pallinis, Adventure Park, Copa Copana water park, Skate park, Magic Paintball Arena, Athens Paintball Village, Smart Playland, Acqua e sole, Paintballers, Allou Fun Park, Luna Park, Ilioupolis Fun Park, Fantasypark, Allou Fun Park Kidom, Aqua park Water Fun and Invader Paintball Park. Do you want to do something fun with the whole family? Wineries and wine producers located in Greece are, for example, Nemeion Estate, Karipidi Winery, Raptis Estate, Zacharis Wines, Barafakas Winery, Koutsodimos Winery, Ieropoulos Family and Palivou Estate. Are you dreaming of going on a wine trip to Greece? Many vineyards also offer accommodation and other activities.

Cheap car rental with unlimited mileage in Greece

There are many different models and sizes of cars to choose from. Fleet list in Greece: Electric cars, Luxury elite, Premium cars (Premium), Minivan, 5 seater minivan (5 seat minivan), Economy elite, Exotic cars (Exotic), Moped, 9 seater minivan / Minibus (9 seat minivan), Large truck-lorry (Large truck), Fullsize cars (Fullsize), Small SUV, 7 seater minivan (7 seat minivan), SUV / Jeep (SUV), Convertible, Luxury cars (Luxury), Standard cars (Standard), Estate, Small-medium truck-lorry (Small-medium truck), Cargo van, Economy cars (Economy), Medium SUV, Fullsize elite, Compact cars (Compact), Mini cars (Mini), Special cars (Special), Intermediate elite, Intermediate, Hybrid cars, Compact elite, Mini elite. Big cities and popular destinations have more car types to choose from. If you want to rent a luxury car then search at the major airports and the most popular destinations in the major regions such as Attica, Central Macedonia, Thessaly, West Greece, Peloponnese, East Macedonia and Thrace, Central Greece, Crete, Epirus, South Aegean, West Macedonia, Ionian Islands, North Aegean and Athos etc. It can also be harder to find and book special cars during peak season, if you do not search well in advance, before you need your rental car.

Cars you can rent in Greece are e.g. Economy elite, etc. Luxury cars: e.g. Mercedes S Class, Range Rover Sport, Mercedes S350, Porsche Boxster Convertible, etc. SUV / Jeep: e.g. Daihatsu Terios, Suzuki Jimny Convertible, Nissan Juke, Hybrid cars, etc. Compact elite: e.g. BMW 1 Series, etc. Cargo van: e.g. Volkswagen Sharan, Electric cars, etc. 5 seater minivan: e.g. Renault Scenic, Citroen C3 Picasso, Citroen Berlingo, Ford C-Max, Mini elite, Exotic cars, Luxury elite, etc. Premium cars: e.g. Mercedes E Class, Special cars, etc. 9 seater minivan / Minibus: e.g. Ford Tourneo, Ford Transit, Mercedes Vito Traveliner, Fullsize elite, etc. Convertible: e.g. Audi A3 Convertible, Mercedes SLK, Mini Convertible, etc. Standard cars: e.g. Opel Insignia, Audi A4, Volkswagen Passat, etc. Small SUV: e.g. Suzuki Jimmy, etc. Economy cars: e.g. Volkswagen Polo, Renault Captur, Toyota Yaris, Ford Fiesta, etc. 7 seater minivan: e.g. Volkswagen Touran, Ford Galaxy, etc. Minivan: e.g. Mercedes Viano, etc. Fullsize cars: e.g. Audi A5, BMW 3 Series, BMW 3 Series Coupe, etc. Mini cars: e.g. Mini Clubman, Toyota Aygo, Fiat 500 S Dualogic, Medium SUV, Moped, Small-medium truck-lorry, etc. Intermediate: e.g. Audi A3, Citroen C5, Opel Mokka, Ford Mondeo, Audi A3 Sedan, etc. Intermediate elite: e.g. BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, etc. Estate: e.g. Skoda Octavia Estate, Ford Focus Estate, Volkswagen Passat Estate, etc. Compact cars: e.g. BMW 1 Series, Fiat 500L, Hyundai i30, Opel Astra, Large truck-lorry, etc. However, in smaller cities and on islands like Crete, Euboea, Rhodes, Corfu, Mitylene Island, Chios, Zakynthos, Salamis Island, Kefalonia, Kos, Samos Island, Lefkas, Syros, Naxos, Lemnos, Kalimno Island, Santorini, Thasos, Paros, Aegina, Mykonos, Andros, Tinos, Icaria, Léros Island, Karpathos, Skiathos, Milos Island, Nisí Skópelos, Nisí Spétses, Nísos Póros, Kythera, Ithaca, Patmos, Skyros, Samothrace, Nisí Alónnisos, Sifnos, Nisí Sými, Kea, Paxi, Ios, Amorgos, Hydra, Kythnos and Serifos etc, the range is smaller.

Tips on finding rental cars in Greece

How do you find the cheapest rental car in Greece? Book your car online, it is cheaper, easier and saves time. Book as early as possible, it becomes more expensive the closer you get to your trip. Book before you leave, especially if you are going to collect your car at an airport, such as Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Thessaloniki Makedonia Mikra Airport, Patras Araxos Airport, Heraklion Crete Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Larissa Thessaly Airport, Volos Nea Anchialos Airport of Central Greece, Ioannina Epirus King Pyrrhus National Airport, Rhodes Diagoras Paradisi International Airport, Kalamata Captain Vassilis Constantakopoulos Airport and Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport. When you are searching with us you will find the best prices. Enterprise, AutoCandia, Firefly, Caldera, Budget, AbbyCar, AutoUnion, Sixt, InterRent, Vips Cars, Global, Centauro, Goldcar, Alamo, Rhodium, Surprice, Hertz, Avis, Drive Rhodes, National, Thrifty, Payless, Oscar, Carwiz, Green Motion, Grentals, Europcar, addCar, SK Rent, AutoHolidays, U-Save, Drive Hellas S.A. are the companies autoprio.com compares in Greece to find the best price.

Traffic and parking regulations

As in all countries on earth the number of traffic rules in Greece can be endless, but it does not impose any problems renting and driving a car. In larger cities such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Pátrai, Piraeus, Larissa, Peristeri, Heraklion, Kallithea, Acharnes, Kalamaria, Nikaia, Glyfada, Volos, Nea Liosia, it is sometimes difficult to drive a car. At rush hour, there can be a lot of traffic and it can be difficult to find parking. Learn the most important traffic and parking regulations to ensure a safe trip and that you abide the law.

Destinations in Greece

Compare car rental and find cheap hire cars in regions such as: Cheap Car Hire Attica, Cheap Van Rental Central Macedonia, Rental Cars Thessaly, West Greece, Peloponnese, East Macedonia and Thrace, Central Greece, Crete, Epirus, South Aegean, West Macedonia, Ionian Islands, North Aegean and Athos. Cheap Van Rentals in Greece. Find the best hire cars and the cheapest car rental in towns such as: Rental Cars Athens, Rental Cars Thessaloniki, Cheap car rental Pátrai, Piraeus, Larissa, Peristeri, Heraklion, Kallithea, Acharnes, Kalamaria, Nikaia, Glyfada, Volos, Nea Liosia, Ilioúpoli, Keratsini, Chalandri, Néa Smýrni, Marousi and Agios Dimitrios. We allows you to quickly and easily compare results from hundreds of car rental sites at once. Compare car hire and van rental in airports such as: Compare Car Hire Athens Airport, Cheap Car Rental Thessaloniki Airport, Rental Cars Patras Araxos Airport, Heraklion Crete Airport, Larissa Airport, Nea Anchialos Airport, Ioannina Airport, Rhodes Airport, Kalamata Airport, Kavala Airport, Chania Airport, Alexandroupoli Airport, Kephalonia Airport, Samos Airport, Mytilene Airport, Corfu Airport, Chios Island Airport, Syros Island Airport, Kos Airport and Naxos Airport.

Car rental companies we compare in Greece

When you are looking for a rental car in Greece, autoprio.com compares, for example, these companies: Surprice, SK Rent, U-Save, Drive Rhodes, Payless, Budget, Vips Cars, Green Motion, Firefly, Sixt, Alamo, Carwiz, AbbyCar, Grentals, Goldcar, Hertz, AutoUnion, Drive Hellas S.A., Thrifty, Oscar, AutoHolidays, Europcar, AutoCandia, National, Avis, Caldera, InterRent, Rhodium, Global, addCar, Centauro and Enterprise.

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