Car Rental in Crete

When planning a trip around Crete, choosing the right car is only part of the decision. You also need to consider where it's most convenient to pick it up and return it. Our catalogue includes car rental locations at Heraklion and Chania airports, in both city centres and at Souda Port. You can start your journey as soon as you arrive on the island, collect your car later in town or arrange to return it at a different location in advance.

Car Pickup at the Airport or Souda Port

If you're flying into Heraklion Airport (HER) or Chania Airport (CHQ), or arriving by ferry at Souda Port, you can book a car in advance for a convenient time. Pickup and return are available 24/7 at all three locations with a prior online booking and an agreed appointment time. Simply enter your arrival time and preferred car pickup time when booking so that vehicle availability and staff attendance can be confirmed.

The main advantage: You can collect your car even after a late flight or a ferry arriving at night. There's no need to plan your trip around standard office hours — just arrange your pickup in advance.

Car Pickup in Heraklion or Chania City Centre

If you'd prefer to check into your hotel first, explore the city or spend the first few days of your holiday without a car, choose a pickup location in Heraklion or Chania city centre. You decide when your rental starts and can set off to explore the island whenever it suits you. This option is also convenient if you're arriving in the city by public transport or are already staying in Crete.

The main advantage: You don't have to rent a car as soon as you arrive. Start your rental later and avoid paying for days when you don't need a car.

One-Way Car Rental — Return Your Car in Another Town

Planning to travel across Crete? You don't necessarily have to return your car to the same location where you picked it up. Where available, you can arrange a one-way rental — for example, collect your car at Chania Airport and return it in Heraklion city centre or at the airport. This is particularly convenient if you're travelling from the west to the east of the island and don't want to spend time driving back to your original pickup location.

To arrange a one-way rental, enter both your pickup and return locations when booking online. This allows you to check whether your chosen route is available and see the total rental cost, including any one-way fee, before confirming your booking. Availability and conditions depend on the selected locations.

The main advantage: You can check in advance whether your planned route is possible and how much a one-way rental will cost. This makes it easier to plan your budget and explore the island without having to return to your original pickup location.