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Heraklion car rental information
| Pick-up location | Heraklion |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Passenger van |
| Rental locations | 130 |
| Airport locations | 71 |
| Popular agencies | SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , Ok Mobility, Centauro, Lets Drive, Right Cars |
Cheap car rentals in Heraklion
| Economy | $5/day |
| Compact | $6/day |
| Intermediate | $7/day |
| Mini | $5/day |
| Passenger van | $23/day |
| Compact SUV | $8/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $10/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Heraklion
- Cheap car rentals in Heraklion conveniently allow you to explore the Crete region. The trip from Heraklion to Matala and Agios Nikolaos takes about 1h each. Rethymnon is also about 1h 20min by car from Heraklion. The main road connecting Heraklion to other cities in Crete is the Greek National Road 90, also known as the A90. It is the Crete Northern Highway running across the east and west. It bypasses Heraklion and links it to several cities like Agios Nikolaos, Rethymnon, Chania, Sitia, and Kissamos. Other national roads that bypass Heraklion can take you to the south Crete beaches and attractions.
- The set BAC of drivers in Heraklion is 0.05%. Exceeding these limits leads to hefty fines. Look for ‘high speed’ or ‘fast’ roads while driving around Heraklion, which are plenty. Most fast roads have emergency lanes; drive halfway over to give space and allow other vehicles to pass. Avoid driving in the old town of Heraklion. It is mostly restricted to pedestrians, so finding a parking spot in the old town can be a nightmare. Crete region also requires you to drive cautiously on mountain roads as they are dangerous. Rocks are prone to falling on these roads, and no nets are present on the sides of the mountains. Heraklion roads are more congested during the summer due to the high tourist numbers. On Heraklion streets, you will share roads with pedestrians and motorcyclists, so drive cautiously to avoid hitting them.
- The car rental center at Heraklion International Airport is close to the city center so getting to hotels and attractions in the city center is not difficult. The drive to the city center covers less than two miles and takes about 15min in normal traffic. Exit Heraklion Airport grounds and drive southeast towards Leof Ikarou. Join Leof Ikarou by taking the roundabout exit a few meters ahead. It will take you straight to the center of the city.
- Located on the island of Crete, Heraklion, Greece offers many historical attractions and cultural sights to see. This includes lots of architecture that dates all the way back to the Medieval period. After touring this capital city, you might want to stay at a luxurious resort such as Agios Nikolaos in Eastern Crete. About an hour away, it will be most convenient to have a rental car to get you there.
- Heraklion International is one of the main and busiest airports in Greece. Tourists flying into this city will find it easy to rent a car. Several rental car companies including Avis, Hertz, and National are conveniently located at the airport. The rental car desks are within close proximity of baggage claim in the arrival hall.
- With beautiful views of the sea, you’ll enjoy driving around Heraklion. Nonetheless, some of the challenges you might face include winding roads, narrow highways, and many one-way streets with limited space for passing. Additionally, mopeds are a popular mode of transportation in and around Heraklion, so you’ll want to be on the lookout for these vehicles. Just be prepared to take your time wherever you are going.
- One of the largest cities in Greece, Heraklion has lots of traffic, but that doesn’t mean renting a car isn’t a good idea. Typically, the heaviest traffic will be in the city, especially downtown. Times to avoid would be early morning and again in early evening. You can pretty much avoid city traffic by taking the highway, which goes around downtown and has been divided to allow the traffic to flow better.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Heraklion for $13 or less
- Book your rental car in Heraklion at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Heraklion are around 19% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Mini rental cars in Heraklion are around 15% cheaper than other car types, on average
Heraklion car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Heraklion
What type of car is recommended for driving in Heraklion?
Because of tight highways and winding streets, you’ll want a car that is small and compact. That is one that you are comfortable driving and that you can maneuver around tight curbs and corners. Small convertibles like the Fiat 500 or VW Beetle are also popular rentals in Heraklion because they let tourists take better advantage of the amazing views and sea breezes of Crete.
What’s the speed limit in Heraklion?
The highest speed limit in all of Crete is 56 mph (or 90 kilometers). This is only permitted on E45, often called the New National Road. Because of its narrow and many one-way roads, you will drive mostly at speeds of 25-30 mph (40-50 km/h) around all of Heraklion.
Where are the best places to park in Heraklion?
Like any busy city, parking can be limited in the business district and center of town. Instead of wasting time looking for a place to park on the street, simply opt for one of the parking garages when downtown. Some are free, such as Praktiker, and others are accessible 24/7, including Park King, Panasanou, and Marakis parking structures. There are also parking lots close to the archaeological museum and Central Parking near the waterfront.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Heraklion?
On average a rental car in Heraklion costs $22 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Heraklion found in the last 2 weeks is $7.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Heraklion?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ($5/day), Centauro ($5/day) and Lets Drive ($5/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL Artemisias 134 Alikarnassos 713 06 (2 miles from city center).
Can I rent an automatic car in Heraklion?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Heraklion. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Heraklion?
The average gas price in Heraklion is $7.75 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $93 and $124, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Heraklion?
Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Heraklion.
Which car rental companies are at N. Kazantzakis Apt. airport (HER)?
Car rental companies onsite at N. Kazantzakis Apt. airport include Centauro, Ok Mobility, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Rhodium, Right Cars, Budget, GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Hertz and CarWiz.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at N. Kazantzakis Apt. airport (HER)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from N. Kazantzakis Apt. airport to off-airport locations include SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Rhodium, Budget, GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, Alamo, and Avis.
How can I find car rentals near me in Heraklion?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Heraklion?
A Mini car rental in Heraklion costs $26 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Heraklion?
An Economy car rental in Heraklion costs $22 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Heraklion?
An Intermediate car rental in Heraklion costs $53 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Heraklion?
In Heraklion, cars are most frequently rented at Centauro Heraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis (1 miles from city center).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Heraklion?
On average a rental car in Heraklion costs $153 per week ($22 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Heraklion?
On average a rental car in Heraklion costs $656 per month ($22 per day).
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Heraklion?
Most car rental providers in Heraklion offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Heraklion, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Heraklion?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 72 car rental agencies in Heraklion.
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Heraklion?
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Heraklion?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Heraklion so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Are there toll roads in Heraklion?
Anyone renting cheap car rentals in Heraklion will be happy to know that Heraklion is free of toll roads. This applies to the Crete region at large; no toll roads are present, allowing you to save more.
Are there car rentals in downtown Heraklion?
Yes. Heraklion car rentals are also available outside Heraklion International Airport. Are you arriving at Heraklion via road or water? Head to downtown car rental agencies like Green Motion, Thrifty, and Hertz for your rental needs. Green Motion has offices along Leoforos Ikarou, while Thrifty and Hertz are on Viomichaniki Periohi.
Heraklion car rental reviews and directory
Caldera
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
3 locations in Heraklion
Budget
8.0
Very good
4 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Heraklion
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8.0 Very good
Sep 2018
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A receipt copy since as per agreement, I was to drop the car at a location different from the airport. However, they informed us that if we drop at the airport, I will be charged 22.3 EUR less. I would like to get a confirmation of the accurate charges9.6 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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Staff was very friendly and helpful. Car was in great condition.Sixt
7.8
Good
3 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.1
2 locations in Heraklion
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2.0 Poor
Jun 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
Pros:
The staff at the **Heraklion** sixt was incredibly helpful, particularly when we got a flat tire shortly after a record-breaking storm on Crete. They not only allowed us to swap out the car with the flat for another car of similar or superior make/model, but they also lobbied on our behalf for this.Cons:
The Chania sixt was the polar opposite of Heraklion, when we attempted to swap out our car there. Thankfully, the Heraklion rep called the Chania rep and sorted it out for us. Thank you Heraklion Sixt!Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.6
Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
7.5
2 locations in Heraklion
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7.6 Good
Sep 2019
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Car was in good condition and good priceCons:
When we arrived we were given a much bigger vehicle than requested as ours had been given away to someone else. ( we were late and called to tell. The staff that due to our ferry leaving late) No one was there to accept the car despite their website saying they were open for drop off8.8 Very good
Jul 2019
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Staff was helpful and friendly. A smile and a friendly attitude toward the staff, in spite of flight delays and long lines and an airport terminal with no amenities, goes a long way. They've likely been dealing with grumpy, disheveled travelers all. Day. Long.Cons:
My husband and I have twice rented twice from the Heraklion Airport location, and both times they have seemed understaffed... an extra employee or two would go a long way toward improving wait times and the overall customer experience.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
Europcar
7.2
Good
12 reviewsCleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
8.4
2 locations in Heraklion
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8.0 Very good
Jun 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Sep 2018
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Lady checking us in was pushy and rude. The car’s power steering belt was loose and would often squeak loudly3.6 Poor
Sep 2018
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Avoid this Europcar office. Like a previous reviewer, they also gave me the hard sell on the insurance (when I already had my own coverage). As for the car, they supposedly gave me an upgrade to a larger one (I actually deliberately requested a smaller car for the narrow roads of Crete and I explained that to them). The larger car turned out to be a total mess. The car already had scrapes and scratches all over, the rubber moulding around the driver's side door was falling out, the light on the passenger door was falling out, and after driving around 25km the check engine light came on with a message to get the engine serviced. When I returned it at night-time, they went over the car in detail with a flashlight and blamed me for one of the scratches which was already there (among the many scrapes). I don't think they gave me the "upgrade" out of kindness ...2.0 Poor
Aug 2018
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DO NOT RENT FROM EUROPCAR IN CRETE!! EVER! Upon arrival to rent the car, the representative wanted to sell us their own insurance for the car, at 220 EUR. As I already purchased insurance from Kayak, I informed the representative that I don't need their insurance. He started arguing on this, and informed that that I will need to pay 2500 EUR deposit for the car in this case, because they don't recognize the insurance I bought, even though I showed him all the documents, and as far as he is concerned I have no insurance, and therefore I need to deposit 2500 EUR. After some back and forth discussions, in which he continued to try to force me to buy their insurance, which I refused, I finally agreed to deposit 2500 EUR. Then upon checking back, he said that he can't accept that, and now he needs 4000 EUR for the deposit. At this point I was very upset, and didn't agree to go along with it. Then the representative told me that in this case they don't want to rent the car to me at all. Without any choice, I agreed to pay their 220 EUR for the insurance, paying double for insurance, but then the representative continued on the same stand and didn't want to rent the car to me. He used additional representatives over the phone and others to convince me that suddenly they don't have this car available for me, and used some lame excuse saying that I was late to the counter for more than an hour (because a delay in the flight). Eventually I couldn't continue to rent the car there. I went to other car rentals, one by one, and with luck Avis had the car that I needed for the duration for my vacation. I ended up paying almost 400 EUR more for the rental, and of course the insurance I bought from Kayak was unused. This was a terrible experience. My family had to wait for 2 hours until this issue was resolved, we missed lunch at the hotel, had a very bad start to our vacation, and only with luck we found the car we needed. The horrible representative's name is Anthony. I wouldn't recommend anyone to use Europcar in Crete at all. They provided the worst service possible.2.0 Poor
Aug 2018
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NothingCons:
Upon arrival I tried to pick up my rental. The lady working the Europcar desk told me that since I did not have an “international drivers license” I was not allowed to rent a car from Europcar. Absolutely at NO TIME was I ever informed of this requirement. I’ve traveled to many countries and have never even heard of an “international drivers license.” Completely insane. Also, it was 11 PM and we were 2.5 hours away from our hotel. She did not care at all. Fortunately I was able to walk to enterprise and easily rent a car without an “international drivers license.” If I didn’t know any better I’d say she chose not to rent a car to me once she found out I was American. Never will try to rent from this pathetic company again.2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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Staff was friendly and apologetic about this new enforcement issueCons:
Apparently, in greece now the government is pushing for international driver's license before rental. Never needed it before so, maybe large highlighted warning notices should be displayed when renting on your site.SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
7.0
Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
8.0
6 locations in Heraklion
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8.0 Very good
Apr 2023
6.0 Okay
Jun 2023
Alamo
6.6
Okay
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
One location in Heraklion
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8.0 Very good
Apr 2018
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Clean new car good service Confusing to find car at first but once located A good service2.0 Poor
Oct 2017
Pros:
Not muchCons:
We were delayed and arrived 1hr and 15mins later at 11.15 and were forced to pay a late arrival fee, because it was after 10pm.Economy Rent a Car
4.7
Mediocre
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.9
Value for money
6.7
One location in Heraklion
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1.9 Poor
Sep 2021
5.9 Fair
Jul 2021
GREEN MOTION
4.5
Mediocre
1 reviewCleanliness
5.5
Comfort
4.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.3
Value for money
5.5
2 locations in Heraklion
ADDCAR RENTAL
2.0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
3 locations in Heraklion
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2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
Ace
2.0
Poor
3 reviewsCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Heraklion
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2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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Did not allow me to rent with American drivers license. Said I needed international, while all of the rental companies allowed me to rent with just my American license.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
Pros:
Nothing. Absolutely nothing.Cons:
They are cheating people and charging extra money ( almost twice in our case) at the pickup. Staff is rude. Location is not comfy. Will never use them again and no one should.Thrifty
10.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Heraklion
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Heraklion Airport
+30 693 678 5500
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Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Ap
+30 281 022 6002
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34, 25h August St
+30 281 030 0744
Industrial Area,heraklion
+30 281 038 2230
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Main Entrance
+30 281 022 9402
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34, 25h August St
+30 281 030 0744
Heraklion Airport
+30 281 033 0452
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+30 281 038 2230
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Meeting Point Opposite Arrival Hall
+30 281 028 1338
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Car Rental Center Heraklion Airport,71 601
+30 281 301 5014
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Epimenidou 28
+30 697 226 3348
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+30 697 226 3348
Nearchou avenue
+30 697 226 3348
Zakynthos, Main Port
+30 697 979 2610
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Car Rental Center Heraklion Airport,71 601
+30 281 301 5014
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Anapaphseos 18
+30 21 1187 5552
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Heraklion Hotel Delivery
+30 281 033 1433
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+30 281 033 1433
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+30 693 236 2174
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85, Machis Kritis str
+30 283 105 4534
Heraklion Airport
+30 281 033 9009
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Heraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis
+30 698 042 1074
Leof. Ikarou 17
+30 281 033 0627
Leof. Nearchou 89
+30 281 033 0627
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Heraklion Airport, Terminal
+30 281 028 1339
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Crete-Heraklion Airport: Exit the arrivals building then cross the street on your right. Take the steps next to bus station that lead to the parking area. You will see the sign and the office of Autocandia.
+30 281 426 0270
Heraklion Port
+30 281 426 0270
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