Crete

Cheap Car Hire in Crete from £4

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Crete with a pick-up date of 27/5 and drop-off date of 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Heraklion, Heraklion, Greece
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Heraklion, Heraklion, Greece
Wed 1/5
Midday
Wed 8/5
Midday

Crete car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Crete. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Most popular company

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

£22

Cheapest price per day

£4

Crete car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Crete, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 117 pickup locations in Crete to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Price

£6 - £7

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Crete 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 24 April 2024.

January

£7

February

£7

March

£7

April

£8

May

£12

June

£19

July

£32

August

£37

September

£22

October

£11

November

£7

December

£7

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Crete 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 Crete

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Crete and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

At £4/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Crete in the past week. Out of 143 car hire agencies operating in Crete, there are, in total, 3,913 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Convertible

Convertible

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Commercial

Commercial

Supplier choice SUV

Supplier choice SUV

£182+

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

£275+

Compare available car types for hire in Crete

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Crete to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Small cars

£7 - £39

All Car Types

£10 - £65

To hire a small car in Crete, you would pay an average price of £17/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Crete (~£7/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£39/day). In fact, January is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a small car saves you 44% 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 Crete small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Crete, you would pay an average price of £33/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Crete (~£10/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£65/day). In fact, December is about 71% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a medium car is 12% 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 Crete medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Crete, you would pay an average price of £63/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Crete (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£131/day). In fact, December is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a large car is 53% 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 Crete, you would pay an average price of £34/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Crete (~£13/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£68/day). In fact, March is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a SUV is 12% 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 Crete SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Crete, you would pay an average price of £52/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Crete (~£24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£106/day). In fact, February is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a van is 44% 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 Crete van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Crete, you would pay an average price of £96/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Crete (~£62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£195/day). In fact, March is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a luxury car is 69% 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 Crete, you would pay an average price of £50/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Crete (~£13/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£102/day). In fact, December is about 74% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, hiring a convertible is 40% 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 Crete convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i10£4/day
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Hyundai i10
Kia Rio£4/day
2
4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Chevrolet Spark£5/day
2
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Top hire agencies in Crete

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Crete known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Crete. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Crete, including locations near Heraklion, Chania and Hersonissos. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Caldera

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
8 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.7

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

7.3
Good
2 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

7.3
Good
11 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.6

CarWiz

5.0
Fair
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

8.0

Greenways Rent A Car

24 locations

Autounion Car Rental

17 locations

Megalonisos Car Rentals

17 locations

Best Crete car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Crete. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Crete with an average daily rate of £28. Data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Crete, including options within a close proximity to Heraklion, Chania and Hersonissos. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Hyundai i10£4/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Rio£4/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Volkswagen Polo£4/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Crete, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Crete?

    Car hire in Crete comes with the caveat that you need to be at least 21. This doesn’t mean you can hire any car, though – many Crete car hire companies charge a young driver surcharge if you’re under 25; you’ll also have to wait till you’re 25 if you want passenger van hire or luxury car hire in Crete. As part of Greece, Crete is subject to EU policy, so you can use a valid UK driver’s licence to drive here; you won’t need an International Driving Permit. You can book cheap car hire in Crete right here through Cheapflights.

  • What are the rules for driving in Crete?

    When you hire cars in Crete, you’ll have to drive on the right, so if you’re not enticed by the idea of changing gears with your right hand, better get an automatic. Also be aware of the speed limits and drink-driving laws on the island when considering car hire in Crete. The speed limit in built-up areas is 50 km per hour (about 30 mph), but on motorways you’re limited to 90 km per hour (about 56 mph) . The drink driving limit is 0.5 mg per 100 ml. Check in with the local authorities for law changes when you hire cars in Crete.

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

    Crete has the stereotypical warm Mediterranean climate, and being an island, it makes for a great place to go on rural road trips. Your choice of car hire in Crete is thus very wide – anything from a compact SUV to a convertible will be suitable. However, if you’re going to spend most of your time in one of the towns, it’s perhaps better to go for economy car hire and get something small and compact, as the streets in the older districts are narrow. For motorway cruising between towns, choose a saloon or sedan. Larger tour groups can get a multi-seater or a minibus for their Crete car hire.

  • Where are the best places to park in Crete?

    You’re free to park in the streets in most Cretan cities, although they can sometimes be hard to find during peak holiday season in the downtown and beachfront areas. To grab the free spots, it’s best to arrive early, but if you can’t find any street parking, there are plenty of commercial car parks that only charge a couple of euros for 2 hours. In the smaller cities, you can also park a little way from the central district, in a quieter area, and take a leisurely walk downtown. This free parking contributes nicely to cheap car hire in Crete.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Crete?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £20/day when booking a car hire in Crete. The absolute best deal a user found was for £6/day from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , booked on Apr. 21.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Crete from the following companies over the past two weeks: Right Cars (£4/day), SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (£4/day), and King's Car (£4/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Yours Car Rental (10.0 rating), Wheego (10.0 rating) and Thrifty (9.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Crete.

  • What are petrol prices like in Crete?

    The average price of petrol in Crete is £1.68/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £76 and £109 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Crete for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL offers hire cars in Crete for about £149 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 46% on a hire car in Crete. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Crete however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Crete can be found for about £639, with the average price for a rental being around £21 a day. Book with SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 82% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Crete.

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Small car hires in Crete

Find small car hire deals in Crete from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Crete cost an average of £4 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Hyundai i10£4/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Picanto£4/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai i10£4/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Car hires by fuel type in Crete

Browse car hires by fuel type in Crete. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Crete. Deals were last updated on 24 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Crete. 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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