Athens

Cheap Car Hire in Athens from £4

Athens, Attica, Greece
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Athens, Attica, Greece
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Athens car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Athens. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

CENTAURO

Price of gas per litre

£1.63

Average price per day

£20

Cheapest price per day

£4

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Athens?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Athens and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

£7

February

£7

March

£7

April

£11

May

£11

June

£19

July

£39

August

£40

September

£18

October

£11

November

£8

December

£10

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Athens is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Athens

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Athens and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Athens this past week from 208 hire locations out of 80 hire agencies. Prices for a Athens small car hire start from £4/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Athens

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Athens to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

£9 - £42

All Car Types

£19 - £75

To hire a small car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £18/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Athens, Greece (~£9/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£42/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a small car saves you 49% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Athens small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £34/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Athens, Greece (~£18/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£71/day). In fact, March is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a medium car saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Athens medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £81/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Athens, Greece (~£52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£172/day). In fact, January is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a large car is 57% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £36/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Athens, Greece (~£18/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£70/day). In fact, March is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a SUV is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Athens SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £65/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Athens, Greece (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£156/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a van is 47% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Athens van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £68/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Athens, Greece (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£170/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a pickup truck is 49% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £92/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Athens, Greece (~£64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£216/day). In fact, October is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a luxury car is 63% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of £51/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Athens, Greece (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£85/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a convertible is 33% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

MG ZS£4/day
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A/C
MG ZS
Toyota Aygo£4/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo
Ford Fiesta£4/day
2
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A/C
Ford Fiesta

Top hire agencies in Athens

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Athens known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Athens. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Athens area such as GREEN MOTION , Thrifty and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

GREEN MOTION

4.4
Mediocre
34 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

5.0

Thrifty

10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.8

Hertz

9.4
Wonderful
1 review12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.1

Avance Rent a Car

8.8
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Dollar

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.0

Autounion Car Rental

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

6.9
Okay
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.6

Europcar

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Best Athens car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Athens. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Athens with an average daily rate of £7. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Athens. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
MG ZS£4/day
4
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A/C
MG ZS
Toyota Aygo£4/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Ford Fiesta£4/day
2
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A/C
Ford Fiesta

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Athens, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Athens?

    UK citizens who want to hire a car in Athens must be at least 21 years old. You will also need to have a full UK driving licence or an International Driver’s Permit before you can hire cars in Athens. When driving in Greece, you should keep these documents with you. You should also take your passport and credit/debit card when you go to collect your Athens car hire. Drivers under 25 may also have to pay additional fees for hire cars or for unique vehicles, such as luxury car hire in Athens.

  • What are the rules for driving in Athens?

    When you hire a car in Athens, you will have to drive on the right-hand side of the road. You will also need to get used to reading speed limit signs in kph rather than mph. If you are driving hire cars in Athens city centre or other urban areas, the speed limit is 50 kph (31 mph). Meanwhile, in rural areas, the speed limit is set at 90 kph (56 mph). On motorways in Greece, speed limits reach 130 kph (80.7 mph). Driving while drunk is illegal in Greece, and the legal blood alcohol level is 0.05%.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Athens?

    Car hire in Athens is a great option, especially if you want to explore further afield or take day trips out of the city. Athens city centre has many narrow historical streets which are not suitable for parking or driving. However, historical sites, like the Acropolis, can be reached by car. If you plan to use your car hire in Athens, choose a compact model, to avoid difficulty when driving through tight spaces or parking. Athens is also connected to the coast by main roads like the 91 and the 56. An SUV or economy car hire are good options if you’re planning to take some longer drives and explore scenic areas like the Port of Piraeus or Kalamaki Beach.

  • Where are the best places to park in Athens?

    Although visitors will find parking areas in the city centre, it is generally best to avoid central areas whilst driving your Athens car hire. Parking is generally quite affordable in Athens, but the crowds and heavy traffic make finding a space in city car parks challenging. There is also a shortage of roadside parking in Athens residential areas; however, Athens has a well-maintained public transport network that visitors can use. To make the most of cheap car hire in Athens, consider parking slightly further out of the centre, in areas like Neos Kosmos or Kypseli. These areas are located conveniently close to metro stops on central lines and have plenty of free places where you can safely leave hire cars.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Athens?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £20/day when booking a car hire in Athens. The absolute best deal a user found was for £6/day from Ok Mobility, booked on Mar. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Athens?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Athens from the following companies over the past two weeks: Lets Drive (£4/day), ADDCAR RENTAL (£4/day), and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (£4/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Athens?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.5 rating) and Avance Rent a Car (8.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Athens.

  • What are petrol prices like in Athens?

    The average price of petrol in Athens is £1.63/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £73 and £106 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Athens for a week from Centauro?

    Centauro is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Athens. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £50 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Athens for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 72% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Athens.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Athens?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Athens for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Athens for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Athens is £214 (£7/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Athens for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Athens are typically £17 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to £17. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in April to be on average £40 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Athens?

    The most popular car to hire while in Athens is the Suzuki Vitara, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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Small car hires in Athens

Find small car hire deals in Athens from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Athens cost an average of £4 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Chevrolet Spark£4/day
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Toyota Aygo£4/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Fiat 500£4/day
2
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A/C
Fiat 500

Car hires by fuel type in Athens

Browse car hires by fuel type in Athens. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Athens. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Athens. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£5+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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