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Crete Heraklion Airport car hire

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Find cheap car hire at Crete Heraklion Airport

Economy

4-5 doors
42Free shuttle bus
From
£5
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
43Free shuttle bus
From
£8
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54Free shuttle bus
From
£8
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41Free shuttle bus
From
£8
per day

Premium

4-5 doors
52Free shuttle bus
From
£26
per day

Fullsize

Sports car
54Airport terminal
From
£50
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
42Free shuttle bus
From
£5
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
43Free shuttle bus
From
£6
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41Free shuttle bus
From
£8
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41
From
£8
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54Free shuttle bus
From
£8
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
42
From
£8
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41Airport terminal
From
£9
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
42Airport terminal
From
£9
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
42Meet and greet
From
£12
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54
From
£12
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
43Airport terminal
From
£12
per day

Compact

Crossover
43
From
£13
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54Airport terminal
From
£13
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
43Meet and greet
From
£13
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41Meet and greet
From
£14
per day

Intermediate

SUV
54Meet and greet
From
£21
per day

Premium

4-5 doors
52Free shuttle bus
From
£24
per day

Fullsize

SUV
54Airport terminal
From
£36
per day

Fullsize

Passenger van
54Free shuttle bus
From
£45
per day

Fullsize

SUV
54
From
£48
per day

Premium

SUV
52Airport terminal
From
£48
per day
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These are the lowest Crete Heraklion Airport car hire prices we found across the internet over the next 30 days, and are subject to change.

Car hire near Crete Heraklion Airport

Consider travelling into Heraklion to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Heraklion from £5.

The most popular car rental companies in Crete Heraklion Airport

Explore pick-up locations at Crete Heraklion Airport

There are 90 car hire providers at Crete Heraklion Airport. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Crete Heraklion Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price£46
Most popular carMini, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found£5
Cheapest month to rentJanuary
Providers at Crete Heraklion Airport90
Most popular providerunited rent a car
Best time to book4 weeks before

Choose from the best car hire companies near Crete Heraklion Airport

SK Rent
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£116per day
Caldera
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Drive
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£23per day
Auto-Union
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£30per day
Centauro
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Surprice
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£14per day
SK Rent
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£116per day
Caldera
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Drive
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£23per day
Auto-Union
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£30per day
Centauro
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Surprice
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
£14per day

Driving in Heraklion: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
A full licence and passport are required.
To rent a car in Heraklion, bring your driving licence, passport and a credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Some roads are narrow and signage isn’t always clear.
Driving in Heraklion means navigating older streets, one-way systems and occasional tight corners. Signage isn’t always clear, so use a navigation app to stay on route and avoid restricted areas.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
No tolls or emissions zones on the island.
There are no toll roads in Heraklion or anywhere in Crete. Driving around the island is free of congestion charges or low-emission restrictions.
Parking your car in Heraklion
Street parking is limited in busy areas.
Parking in Heraklion can be tight near the centre. Paid zones and time limits apply in some parts. Hotel parking and small private car parks are more reliable options.
Finding fuel or charging points
Petrol is easy, but EV charging is limited.
Petrol stations are widely available around Heraklion. EV charging stations are harder to find so use apps like Electromaps or check if your hotel provides a charger.
Local driving style and tips
Traffic flows quickly, especially in busier areas.
Local driving rules in Heraklion are often ignored. Expect overtaking on bends, limited signalling and variable speed limits. Stay alert and give way when in doubt.
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How to get the best car hire deal in Crete Heraklion Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Crete Heraklion Airport. 

Check out car hire in Heraklion

If you can't find what you're looking for at Crete Heraklion Airport, there could be more car hire options in Heraklion and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Crete Heraklion Airport into Heraklion could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Crete Heraklion Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Crete Heraklion Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 4 weeks in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 4 weeks in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Crete Heraklion Airport is November.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Crete Heraklion Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Crete Heraklion Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Crete Heraklion Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Crete Heraklion Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Crete Heraklion Airport is around £46 per day.
No. It's a little higher than Greece's average daily car rental price, which is around £22.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Crete Heraklion Airport - including Hertz, Let's Drive, Cargini, Carwiz, Europcar, VOLTA, sterling, Nokta, and Autos Holidays.
Yes – you'll find the united rent a car pick-up point a short shuttle bus ride away from Crete Heraklion Airport's terminal.
Yes – you'll find the Centauro pick-up point a short shuttle bus ride away from Crete Heraklion Airport's terminal.
Street Rent offer a meet and greet pickup service at Crete Heraklion Airport. Someone will meet you at the airport and hand over the keys so you can rock up and ride off with ease.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Crete Heraklion Airport we found is £5. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from £5. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Crete Heraklion Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Crete Heraklion Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Caldera, with a 4.8 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Surprice.
Currently, it looks like Surprice has the cheapest car hire deal in Crete Heraklion Airport – for £14 per day. acarent also has car hire deals from £15 per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Crete Heraklion Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Crete Heraklion Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
Yes, van hire is available at Crete Heraklion Airport from £95 per day.
When you rent a car near Crete Heraklion Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Crete Heraklion Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Crete Heraklion Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Crete Heraklion Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

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