Thessaloniki car rentals from $5/day

As parking can be difficult in the city, opting for a compact car can be advantageous. For families who need a little extra space, a minivan is a spacious yet somewhat compact option. As the roads can be bumpy and riddled with potholes in Greece, make sure the insurance covers every scratch and document whether the car had any such scratches beforehand.

All speed regulations are given in kilometers per hour in Greece, but, as the speedometer in the rental car is also set in km/h, that should be not a problem -- even for travelers not used to the metric system. Inside the city and residential areas, unless otherwise indicated, 50 km/h (31 mph) are permitted, 90 km/h (55 mph) on country roads and up to 130 km/h (80 mph) on highways.

Parking in Thessaloniki can be a challenge, so parking in a paid parking lot and taking public transport into the city is likely a better option. Street parking is also an option and is usually metered by the hour, so check regulations on the given signs. In Thessaloniki, there are also private parking garages that are more expensive but centrally located.

On average a rental car in Thessaloniki costs $31 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 Thessaloniki found in the last 2 weeks is $6.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Thessaloniki. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Thessaloniki is $7.22 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $87 and $116, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Thessaloniki.

Car rental companies onsite at Thessaloniki Makedonia airport include Record Go, AbbyCar Car Rentals, Europcar, AA Cars Car Rental, Alma Car Hire, Avance Rent a Car, Ok Mobility, CarWiz, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Autounion Car Rental.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Thessaloniki Makedonia airport to off-airport locations include AbbyCar Car Rentals, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Caldera, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, National, and Thrifty.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Intermediate car rental in Thessaloniki costs $43 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Thessaloniki costs $38 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Thessaloniki costs $33 per day, on average.

In Thessaloniki, cars are most frequently rented at AbbyCar Car Rentals Thessaloniki Airport (8 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Thessaloniki offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Thessaloniki, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 65 car rental agencies in Thessaloniki.

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!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Thessaloniki so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Most major car rental companies will offer car seats as part of the Thessaloniki car rentals agreement. When booking your vehicle, it is always best to confirm that age and weight-appropriate booster seats will be available.

One of the best ways to make sure you can take your surfboard with you is to rent an SUV or a pickup truck. It is also a good idea to add a navigation system to your rental to ensure you find your favorite surf spots quickly.