Car Hire in Chania
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Chania Airport
Mini
Toyota Aygo or comparable
$2.36 per day
Chania Airport
Economy
Volkswagen Polo or comparable
$2.98 per day
Chania Airport
Economy Elite
Hyundai i10 or comparable
$4.28 per day
Chania Airport
Compact
Volkswagen Golf or comparable
$6.37 per day
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City Centre
Mini Elite
Fiat Panda or comparable
$8.99 per day
Chania Airport
Compact Elite
Toyota Auris or comparable
$11.30 per day
Chania Airport
Intermediate SUV
Suzuki Vitara or comparable
$14.07 per day
Chania Airport
Standard
Volkswagen Passat or comparable
$20.29 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 03:17 on 23/04/2025. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
Greek, English, French, German
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+30
Average car hire price
$9 per day
Average car hire length
8 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
90 km/h or 56 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
$2.09 per litre or $7.93 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
$2.03 per litre or $7.67 per gallon
Highest petrol price
$2.33 per litre or $8.83 per gallon
Why hire a car in Chania?
Located on the northwestern coast of Crete, the city of Chania is one of Greece’s top holiday destinations. There’s plenty of stunning coastline to explore just to the west and east of the island, but Chania can also serve as a hub for traveling around the rest of Crete and getting to famous destinations like the Samaria Gorge.
One-way Car Hire in Chania
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Chania and drop off in another city include:
- From Chania to Heraklion - 273 offers from $15.89 per day
Top ways to enter Chania
- Chania Airport: Serving about three million travelers per year, Chania Airport is a 20-minute drive west of the city center. During the summer months, the airport has flights by about 40 different airlines, including a number of low-cost carriers.
- Heraklion Airport: Heraklion Airport serves the city of the same name, the most populous on Crete. The airport handled more than 7 million travelers in 2019, making it one of the busiest in all of Greece. The drive from Heraklion Airport to Chania takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Top sights and activities
- Beaches. Crete is home to some of the best beaches in Europe, and the surroundings of Chania are definitely no exception to that — in fact, it is often listed as one of the finest beach towns on the continent. Some of the best coastal stretches include the nearby Akrotiri peninsula with its impressive coves, as well as more distant beaches like Phalassarna and Elafonisi that are nonetheless easy to reach if you’ve hired a car.
- Old Town. Inhabited since the Stone Age, Chania has a diverse and fascinating history. Today, much of this heritage is exemplified by the city’s small yet atmospheric old town. The well-preserved area remains partially encircled by the Venetian Walls and is characterized by its large and busy marina, as well as the small, narrow sidestreets further away from the coast.
- Etz Hayyim. Although much of Crete’s Jewish population sadly perished during the Second World War, the community had lived on the island for more than 2,300 years, strongly influencing its history and culture. Also known as the Romaniotes, the Greek-speaking Jews were one of the oldest Jewish diaspora groups in Europe. One of the best places to learn about this chapter of Chania’s past is the Etz Hayyim Synagogue which was restored in 1999. The historical Jewish quarter, or Ovraiki, is a part of the aforementioned old town, comprising its northwestern part.
Traffic and parking
- There are no highways on Crete (nor on any other Greek islands).
- Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 90 km/h (55.9 mph) on roads outside populated areas and 50 km/h (31 mph) in populated and built-up areas.
- Many petrol stations might be closed on weekends and public holidays.
- It is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers. Exceeding these limits can lead to steep fines and a license ban. Exceeding the limit of 0.08% is a criminal offence and can lead to up to two years of imprisonment.
- Proof of insurance and the car’s registration need to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- When driving, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The general emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112. The police number is 100, the ambulance number is 166, and the fire brigade number is 199.
Toll roads
There are no toll roads on Crete.
Ideas for day trips
- Samaria Gorge. From its highest point at 1,250 m (4,100 feet) to sea level, the 14km (8.7 mile) long Samaria Gorge is one of the most impressive natural attractions in Greece. Whether you only go as far as the famous ‘Iron Gates’ or hike all the way to the top, visiting this place is bound to be one of the highlights of your trip. The drive from Chania to the highest point of Samaria in the northern part of the gorge takes about an hour.
- Heraklion. The largest city of Crete, Heraklion is also one of Crete’s most interesting travel destinations. Home of the ancient Minoan civilization which predated Classical Greece, and sites like the Palace of Knossos, the city has plenty to enjoy in terms of history and architecture. Heraklion can also be used as a hub for exploring the eastern end of Crete.
- Kissamos. Located in the far western part of the island, the town of Kissamos remains rather overlooked by foreign visitors but can be a lovely place to visit. The area is best characterized by bucolic olive groves and other farmland but is also home to the aforementioned Phalasarna Beach, the beautiful Balos Lagoon, a small but interesting archaeological museum, and the nearby Gramvousa peninsula. The drive from Chania to Kissamos takes only 40 minutes.
Most popular cars
The most popular car for hire in Chania is the Fiat 500, closely followed by the Citroen C3 and the Nissan Micra. The most popular car hire types are economy, compact, and mini.
Car hire prices in Chania
- Convertibles - starting at $32 per day
- Station wagons - starting at $18 per day
- Large cars - starting at $8 per day
- Medium cars - starting at $5 per day
- People Carriers - starting at $42 per day
- Premium cars - starting at $45 per day
- Small cars - starting at $2 per day
- SUVs - starting at $13 per day
Money-saving and other tips
These are some good methods to save money on your car:
- Compare the rates of different car hire suppliers
- Book your car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit during the month when the car hire prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Chania is the cheapest in January when hiring a car is about 70% cheaper than the yearly average and a whole 83% cheaper than hiring a car in July.
Top 4 cities near Chania
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95.8 km / 59.5 miles
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106.7 km / 66.3 miles
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114.6 km / 71.2 miles
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119.6 km / 74.3 miles
Top 2 locations near Chania
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95.8 km / 59.5 miles
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in Chania the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Chania fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Chania
The best month to hire a car in Chania is February (when the average price is $7.42 per day). This is 65% less than the yearly average and 85% less than hiring in August (when the average price is $48.16).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for, and how much in advance you book. Simply select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for, and how much in advance you book. Simply select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.
What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Chania?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in December, the average hirer keeps their car for 9 days, and in November, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of hire days in Chania
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Chania?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in Chania is July, and the least popular is December.
Popularity of Car Hire in Chania by Monthly Searches
Car hire information
| Car hire locations | 6 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | MONZA Rent a Car, Autocandia, Carwiz, RightCars, Dirent a car Greece |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $2 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | ABBYCAR |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| OTOQ | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| MONZA Rent a Car | Toyota Aygo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Royal Rentals | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| RightCars | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Surprice | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| drive365 | Toyota Aygo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Autocandia | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Autocandia | Skoda Fabia | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
DL
United Kingdom
Nissan Micra
04/10/2024
Kissamos, Rethimno, Chiana, resorts (La Mer, Vantalis beach, Sirokos...), Taverna Giannis (for a perfect last meal before taking the plane), Hora Sfakion, Frangkokasrelo. Greeks are very friendly. Will be back.
AW
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
01/10/2024
Samaria Gorge, fantastic if you enjoy hiking, but go with a tour company.
Falasarna Beach - lovely
Rethymno- smaller than Chania and fewer tourists-loved it there
Elafonissi beach-beautiful sand but too many people. Go early or late.
PO
United Kingdom
Opel Crossland
21/09/2024
Visited various places with ease.
EJ
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
05/08/2024
Flew into Chania as cost wise, was half price of flights going to Heraklion and hired car to save! as single parent budgets only stretch so far.
The drive over island was easy and scenery was beautiful.
CI
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
24/07/2024
Crete is absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful landscape, delicious food and friendly people.
FA
Sweden
Fiat Tipo Sedan
27/06/2024
It was good to have a rent car
SS
United Kingdom
Seat Mii
23/05/2024
The small car was ideal in town and countryside. Roads are not busy (in May) and driving relaxed.
DT
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
20/05/2024
Quiet roads everywhere, so pleasure to drive around
BF
United Kingdom
Jeep Renegade
27/04/2024
Lots of lovely restaurants and sites. Margaritas in the hills was worth a visit .
JP
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
17/04/2024
Brand new car
LH
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
02/04/2024
Had a great trip visiting all areas of the island (Crete) , the little Fiat Panda even made it up the steep mountainous areas , would recommend Goldcar
AW
United Kingdom
Dacia Stepway
20/10/2023
Exciting drives to the south coast
PC
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
11/10/2023
Staying in paleochora is always a great drive over the mountains
RH
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
23/09/2023
Paleochora excellent resort accommodation good.
AJ
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
21/09/2023
The beaches are amazing beautiful colours also the food in Crete is delicious
KK
United Kingdom
Peugeot 308
17/09/2023
The south-west corner of Crete, near Elafonisi has some beautiful natural beaches. Elafonisi beach itself is worth a visit but was very crowded, even in early September. Kedrodasos Beach and White Lake Beach are worth a visit. In the second half of our trip we stayed near Rethymno which was a great central location for day trips to many different places on the north and south coast and to Knossos and Heraklion. Highly recommend hiring a car. The drive to the south coast through the Kourtaliotiko Gorge is beautiful.
AR
United Kingdom
Skoda Fabia
13/09/2023
We loved all our trips, especially tympaki beach which is a long beach with very secluded areas for relaxing and privacy. We very much enjoyed the experience of balo beach which we did on a Sunday and it was not bust at all. The driver to all our trips were very pleasant and enjoyable, the views are amazing and the roads are safe and in very good condition. We loved every minute of it.
BC
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
14/08/2023
Chania and Rethymnon are worth a visit - great shopping experience and both very beautiful places to visit. Elpis restaurant in Plaka is worth a try. Great staff and delicious food.
SR
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
14/08/2023
Easy relaxing break
BR
United Kingdom
Seat Mii
27/06/2023
Pink sand beaches are a must see! The views on the way are breathtaking it is a 2h a bit challenging ride but definitely worth it.
SH
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
19/05/2023
Fantastic to see other parts of the island. Mountain roads made the driving experience quite scary at times.
PW
United Kingdom
Citroen DS3 Cabrio
15/05/2023
Travelled around the island visiting beaches & waterfalls
AP
United Kingdom
Seat Mii
14/05/2023
Use the car to travel between Chania and Rethymno.
GC
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
03/05/2023
Amazing food and a warm welcome everywhere.
The Rakki was also good 😊
AD
United Kingdom
Peugeot 308
20/09/2022
Crete was great. Octopus bay was amazing 
LL
United Kingdom
Seat Mii
09/06/2022
Visited various beaches, botanic gardens, samaria gorge and lots of great views that you would not get to see without a car such as small villages and mountain views
HM
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
02/06/2022
Bring a snorkel and flippers. The water is so clear and warm (even in late May) and the marine life usually impressive around the rocky edges of the many coves in Crete.
AB
United Kingdom
Suzuki Baleno
12/04/2022
Quick, easy and reasonable pricing.
MF
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
08/10/2021
Good value and hassle free
SB
United Kingdom
Fiat 500 Cabrio
05/10/2021
Plaka village - the most friendly locals, great food in the Tavernas.
Elafonisi beach is looking a bit over visited. Need to find a quieter beach next time.
ED
Germany
Suzuki Celerio
22/07/2020
Driving in the cities can be quite stressful, with narrow and poorly maintained roads. Moving around between cities, we found it very helpful and convenient. Need to note that on the highways one should drive partially on the hard shoulder to allow cars to overtake, and to avoid head-on collisions with cars overtaking on the other side!
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
OTOQ
9.5 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Zezgo
6.2 / 10
Total number of reviews
181
Total rental companies
55
Average daily price
$8.84
Lowest daily price
$2.36
Total cars available
1348
Top 55 suppliers in Chania in 2025
OTOQ
1 location
$14 - $39
Budget
1 location
$23 - $141
Alamo
1 location
$22 - $70
SIXT
1 location
$20 - $111
Royal Rentals
5 locations
$6 - $502
drive365
1 location
$16 - $24
Hertz
2 locations
$25 - $247
EasyAuto
2 locations
$25 - $116
Avance
1 location
$26 - $111
Thrifty
2 locations
$22 - $148
Gomega Car Rentals
1 location
$22 - $148
Autocandia
1 location
$11 - $116
Surprice
2 locations
$3 - $80
Cargini
1 location
$30 - $69
Yours Car Rental
1 location
$18 - $126
WheeGo
1 location
$30 - $112
SKG Rent A Car
1 location
$10 - $64
Beep It
1 location
$3 - $35
CarQ
3 locations
$6 - $29
Centauro
1 location
$22 - $75
GreenMotion
1 location
$11 - $105
Autounion
1 location
$30 - $145
Enterprise
2 locations
$20 - $79
Avis
2 locations
$30 - $159
Alma Car Hire
1 location
$17 - $40
ACARENT
1 location
$3 - $4
Dirent a car Greece
2 locations
$9 - $98
Idea Mobility
1 location
$9 - $98
Lets Drive
3 locations
$5 - $94
Optimo Rent
1 location
$28 - $150
Firefly
1 location
$28 - $150
National
1 location
$25 - $81
Viaggiare
1 location
$25 - $81
Drive Rent A Car
1 location
$25 - $81
DRIVE S.A.
1 location
$8 - $87
H-Lead Hospitality
1 location
$19 - $27
EXER
1 location
$10 - $11
MONZA Rent a Car
1 location
$13 - $115
Selecta rent a car
1 location
$31 - $112
K-Cars
1 location
$19 - $611
Carwiz
2 locations
$5 - $111
Finalrentals
1 location
$13 - $428
King's Car Rental
1 location
$3 - $46
Routes Car Rental
1 location
$3 - $46
FOX
1 location
$3 - $46
Ok Mobility
1 location
$19 - $100
ABBYCAR
1 location
$2 - $690
Street Rent A Car
1 location
$19 - $49
Europcar
1 location
$19 - $39
Priceless
1 location
$19 - $39
Keddy
1 location
$16 - $31
RightCars
1 location
$2 - $54
AddCar
1 location
$6 - $90
Goldcar
1 location
$4 - $18
Zezgo
1 location
$4 - $18
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