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Cheap car rentals in Santorini
| Economy | $10/day |
| Compact | $11/day |
| Intermediate | $46/day |
| Standard | $67/day |
| Full-size SUV | $68/day |
| Mini | $7/day |
| Passenger van | $96/day |
| Convertible | $15/day |
| Compact SUV | $19/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $20/day |
| Supplier choice | $21/day |
| Compact station wagon | $40/day |
| Standard SUV | $57/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Santorini
- One thing that visitors to Santorini love is that driving here is going to be fairly easy. The roads are in good condition, and the rules of the road, including road signs, are generally easy to read and understand. It is also a benefit that on this small island, the distance between destinations is rather short, so you're never going to be driving for a very long time. Probably the most difficult part about driving in Santorini is the narrow and crowded streets found in villages, so it is best to park on the outskirts and then explore on foot.
- Since Santorini is a part of Greece, they will use the same child seat laws used throughout the rest of Greece. That means that all children less than 15 months of age need to ride in a car seat facing the rear and children as old as four years old must ride in a car seat facing forward. Beyond that age and up to 12 years old, kids must travel on a booster cushion or seat.
- Since Santorini is an island, most travelers do not worry about taking a rental car here into another country. That said, there is a ferry service available on the island to take you to mainland Greece, so if you plan on taking your rental car into another country, you will need to discuss both taking your rental car on a ferry as well as taking it into another country with your rental car company before you set off on this adventure.
- One of the nice features of driving on this small island is that you will still find a large number of gas stations available. With that said, there are no gas stations on either the northern or southern tips of the island so if you plan on driving to these parts of the island, make sure you have plenty of gas, so you do not get stranded somewhere where you are not close to a gas station.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Santorini for $25 or less
- Book your rental car in Santorini at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Santorini are around 124% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Economy rental cars in Santorini are around -13% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Santorini
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santorini?
On average a rental car in Santorini costs $40 per day.
What is the most popular rental car in Santorini?
Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Santorini.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Santorini?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at ADDCAR RENTAL ($7/day), Idea Mobility ($8/day) and Drive SA ($8/day).
How can I find car rentals near me in Santorini?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Where should I rent a car in Santorini?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Santorini are Thera (97% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Santorini), Mesaria (1%) and Megalochori (0%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Santorini?
On average a rental car in Santorini costs $236 per week ($34 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Santorini?
On average a rental car in Santorini costs $1,012 per month ($34 per day).
Should I rent a car in Santorini?
It is quite often the case that people that visit this island simply want to stay near a beautiful beach and don't want to travel around too much, in which case there is not much need for a rental car. If, however, you are the type of traveler that wants to explore all that Santorini has to offer, a rental car is most certainly going to be the best choice. While there are public transportation and taxi options available on the island, these are often expensive, crowded, and don't always stick to a regular timetable, so a rental car is going to be a far more convenient option.
What is driving like in Santorini?
In Santorini, drivers drive on the right side of the road, and seatbelts are mandatory for everyone in a vehicle. When you travel in a vehicle in Santorini, it is mandatory that you bring a reflective warning triangle, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit. Like a lot of other countries in the world, you cannot talk on your cell phone while driving unless you do so in a hands-free manner, and it is important to remember that when you approach a roundabout, any traffic that is already on the roundabout has the right of way.
How old do I need to be to rent a car in Santorini?
Most major rental car companies on this island will expect drivers to be at least 21 years old to rent a car. It is important to note that any driver under the age of 25 may need to pay a surcharge for the rental. It may also be the case that these drivers will have limits on the type of vehicle they rent, such as not being able to rent a four-wheel-drive vehicle, a luxury vehicle, or a full-size van.
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