Airport Tips & Quick Reference Guide to Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis - HER - Non Official

Heraklion Airport Car Rental

Renting a car at Heraklion Airport is an excellent option for exploring the island of Crete with freedom and convenience. Here’s why you should consider this option, what activities you can do, and how and where to rent a vehicle:

Why rent a car at Heraklion Airport

  1. Convenience: Rental offices are located in the arrivals terminal, making it easy to pick up your vehicle immediately after landing.

  2. Time-saving: You avoid queuing for public transport and can start your journey right away.

  3. Flexibility: You can choose the model that best suits your needs, whether for luggage space, number of passengers, or type of terrain to cover.

  4. Unlimited exploration: A car allows you to reach remote and beautiful places on the island that would be difficult to access by public transport.

Activities you can do

  1. Visit beaches: Drive to beautiful beaches like Chania, which is about 2 hours away via the E75 highway.

  2. Explore historical sites: Easily reach the legendary Palace of Knossos, one of Crete’s most important archaeological sites.

  3. Tour picturesque villages: Discover charming inland villages that are off the usual tourist routes.

  4. Enjoy local gastronomy: Visit traditional tavernas and restaurants in different parts of the island.

  5. Nature adventures: Access hiking trails, canyons, and mountains to enjoy the Cretan landscape.

How and where to rent

  1. Location: Rental companies operate in the arrivals area of Heraklion’s ’Nikos Kazantzakis’ airport.

  2. Advance booking: It’s recommended to book about a week in advance, especially if you’re traveling during peak season or events like the Heraklion Summer Arts Festival.

  3. Requirements: You’ll need your valid driving license, passport or ID, and a credit card. Some providers may require an international driving permit.

  4. Minimum age: Although the legal driving age in Greece is 17, most rental companies require the driver to be at least 21, and some apply surcharges for drivers under 25.

  5. Comparing offers: Use platforms like Skyscanner to compare prices and conditions between different providers. Prices can start from €7 per day for compact cars.

  6. Popular companies: Some of the highest-rated companies at Heraklion airport include Caldera, SK Rent, Drive, Centauro, Surprice, and Cargini, all with a 4.7 rating.

  7. Vehicle type: The compact SUV is a popular choice due to its versatility for different terrains and luggage capacity.

Remember to carefully review the terms and conditions of the rental, including fuel policy, mileage, and insurance. Also, familiarize yourself with local traffic rules: in Greece, you drive on the right, with a speed limit of 120 km/h on highways, 90 km/h on rural roads, and 50 km/h in urban areas.

Location

Rental companies operate in the arrivals area of Heraklion’s ’Nikos Kazantzakis’ airport.

Car rental companies

In Heraklion Airport you can find the following car rental companies:

Annacars

Annacars

Contact: +30 697 747 0121
 
Website: www.annacars.gr
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Avis

Avis

Contact: +30 281 039 0373
 
Website: www.avis.gr
 
Location: Airport Terminal


Budget

Budget

Contact: +30 281 022 9402 / +30 281 039 0373
 
Website: www.budget.gr
 
Location: Airport Terminal and Out of the airport


CarandGo - Rent a Car

CarandGo - Rent a Car

Contact: +30 281 301 8134
 
Website: www.carandgo.gr
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Drive Hellas

Drive Hellas

Contact: +30 281 028 1339
 
Website: www.drive-hellas.com
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Enterprise

Enterprise

Contact: +30 281 022 6002
 
Website: www.enterpriserentacar.gr
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Euro Dollar

Euro Dollar

Contact: +30 281 028 1338
 
Website: www.rentcars-crete.com
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Green Motion

Green Motion

Contact: +30 281 034 4279
 
Website: www.greenmotion.com
 
Location: Airport Terminal


Hertz

Hertz

Contact: +30 281 033 0452
 
Website: www.hertz.gr
 
Location: Airport Terminal


Minotaurus Rent a Car

Minotaurus Rent a Car

Contact: +30 694 852 4299
 
Website: www.minotaurus-carrental.com
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Monza

Monza

Contact: +30 281 022 8100
 
Website: www.monzarentacar.com
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


OKay Rent a car

OKay Rent a car

Contact: +30 697 098 0918
 
Website: www.okaycrete.com
 
Location: Out of the airport


Protos Heraklion

Protos Heraklion

Contact: +30 697 933 7078
 
Website: www.protoscarrentals.com
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Sixt

Sixt

Contact: +30 281 028 0915
 
Website: www.sixt.global
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


The Best Cars

The Best Cars

Contact: +30 2897 042800
 
Website: www.thebestcars.gr
 
Location: The Rental Car Center


Thrifty

Thrifty

Contact: +30 281 033 0452
 
Location: Airport Terminal