Athens Cheap Car Rentals & Car Hire Deals

Budget car rentals started at AU$35 a day in Athens, based on prices within the past seven days. With rates like this, we make it easy to grab some keys and zip off for less.

You sure can. After you’ve picked up your bags at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH), you’ll find the rental car centre located in the arrivals area. Make a booking with Hertz, Budget or Enterprise. Avance and Avis are also worth looking into.

We understand that flexibility is important. That’s why most reservations offer a total refund if cancelled six hours in advance of pickup. It’s still good to read over your policy though as there are some exemptions. If you can’t find the answer there, have a look on our Customer Service Portal.

Small in dimensions but loaded with features, minis are the most popular home category in Athens. They’re the ideal choice for quick trips around the city. With fantastic fuel-efficiency, this affordable car offers even more savings. Need a bigger ride? We’ve also got full-size vehicles, SUVs and premiums in our home range.

Book yourself some wheels, pick up the keys and explore all Athens has to offer. But with so much to see in the surrounding areas, that shouldn’t be the end of the road! Chart your own course to some of the other exciting places in the region:

• Roughly 177 kilometres from Athens, Kalamata is on the to-do list of many travellers. With top attractions like Mikri Mantinia Beach, there’s no shortage of things to keep you busy here.
• Another destination popular with travellers is Lamia, around 153 kilometres away. Thermopylae Hot Springs is just one of many reasons people love coming here.
• Escape the city’s hustle and bustle at Red Beach. Approximately 241 kilometres from Athens, this is the place to go to get your nature fix.

From our exclusive offers to our member prices and rewards programme, you’ll save when you book your home with Expedia. And with suppliers in Athens to select from, you have loads of choice when it comes to finding the perfect wheels. But we don’t just have terrific rates on rental cars. Hotels, flights and activities can be added to your booking to create your dream Athens holiday package. The more you bundle, the bigger the savings!

It’s easy to track down the best deal with Expedia. Simply choose your car type, select your dates and preferred pickup and drop-off locations, and browse offers from all the leading suppliers. Save even more when you combine your Athens car rental with flight or hotel bookings.

You’ll need to be at least 21 to slide behind the wheel of a rental car in Athens. Take note that young drivers may only be able to rent from a few car categories, such as compact and economy. Higher age limits usually apply for larger and luxury vehicles. Most companies will also charge a young renter fee. Look up the rules before clicking book and factor any surcharge into your travel budget.

The main requirements are a valid driver’s license and a credit card in your name. Car rental companies will offer you insurance, which is optional. But you may have to provide proof of other coverage if you prefer to opt out. Be sure to check your policy terms and conditions to avoid any hassles.

In Athens and around Greece, people drive on the right side of the road. While this is the same as in the U.S, you’ll need to be mindful of any different driving laws.

You can rent a vehicle for a month or even longer in Athens, so go on and extend your getaway! Just enter your trip dates into our long-term car rental deals page and find your ideal ride.

Some Athens providers will rent to drivers under 25 years of age, and others won’t. Age policies differ between suppliers, so you’ll need to do your homework. Also, find out if there are any additional costs. Some outlets will pass on a surcharge to customers between 21 and 24. Always look through the terms and conditions to avoid any nasty surprises.