Athens

Cheap Car Hire in Athens from R132

Athens, Attica, Greece
Apr 26 — May 3
Driver's age: 26-65
Athens, Attica, Greece
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Athens car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Athens. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Most popular company

CENTAURO

Price of petrol per litre

R40,81

Average price per day

R707

Cheapest price per day

R132

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Athens 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 19 April 2024.

January

R191

February

R172

March

R210

April

R268

May

R287

June

R478

July

R957

August

R977

September

R459

October

R268

November

R210

December

R249

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Athens is February. 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 Athens

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Athens and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Athens this past week from 214 hire locations out of 82 hire agencies. Prices for a Athens small car hire start from R132/day. Check out available deals for 1 car type currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Athens

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Athens to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Small cars

R146 - R1 106

All Car Types

R151 - R1 412

To hire a small car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R426/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Athens, Greece (~R146/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 106/day). In fact, January is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a small car saves you 30% 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 Athens small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R674/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Athens, Greece (~R224/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 656/day). In fact, January is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a medium car is 11% 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 large car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R1 216/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Athens, Greece (~R881/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R5 016/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a large car is 51% 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 Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R575/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Athens, Greece (~R223/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 942/day). In fact, October is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a SUV saves you 5% 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.

To hire a van in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R982/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Athens, Greece (~R716/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 711/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a van is 39% 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.

Volkswagen PoloR132/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Top rental agencies in Athens

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Athens known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Athens. Reviews were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Athens, including GREEN MOTION , Thrifty and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

GREEN MOTION

4,7
Mediocre
34 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,7

Comfort

5,6

Overall

4,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

5,2

Thrifty

10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

8,8

Overall

9,6

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

8,8

Hertz

9,3
Wonderful
1 review12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,5

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,8

Avance Rent a Car

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Autounion Car Rental

8,6
Very Good
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,6

Dollar

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,6

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,0

Europcar

6,9
Okay
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,0

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

6,6
Okay
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Best Athens car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Athens. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Athens with an average daily rate of R246. Data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Athens area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen PoloR132/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR195/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford FiestaR316/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Athens, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Athens?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R707/day when booking a car hire in Athens. The absolute best deal a user found was for R280/day from Centauro, booked on Apr. 14.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Athens from the following companies over the past two weeks: ADDCAR RENTAL (R123/day), CarWiz (R195/day), and Alma Car Hire (R316/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9,5 rating) and Avance Rent a Car (8,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Athens.

  • What are petrol prices like in Athens?

    The average price of petrol in Athens is R40,81/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 836 and R2 652 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Athens for a week from Centauro?

    Centauro offers hire cars in Athens for about R5 239 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 72% on your car hire. For a below average price in Athens, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Athens for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Athens for a month is R22 454. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Athens for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Athens are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in May to be on average R876 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Athens?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Intermediate (Fiat Doblo) in Athens, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Athens

Find small car hire deals in Athens from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Athens cost an average of R464 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Suzuki CelerioR145/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio
Renault KwidR165/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Chevrolet SparkR309/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Van hires in Athens

Find people carrier hire deals in Athens from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Athens cost an average of R431 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Athens we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota AvanzaR411/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR452/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Athens

Browse car hires by fuel type in Athens. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Athens. Deals were last updated on 19 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Athens. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R7+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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