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Cheap Car Hire in Athens from R155
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Athens with a pick-up date of 1/11 and drop-off date of 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Athens car hires in 2025
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 14 September 2025.
Most popular company | GREENMOTION |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R35,26 |
Average price per day | R210 |
Cheapest price per day | R155 |
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 14 September 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Athens this past week from 231 hire locations out of 95 hire agencies. Prices for a Athens small car hire start from R155/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R155+
Compact
R184+
SUV
R208+
Mini
R185+
Passenger van
R771+
Compact SUV
R262+
Intermediate SUV
R268+
Compact estate car
R281+
Compare car hire deals in Athens by type
Here are the best Athens small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Athens SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Athens van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Ford FiestaR155/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift DzireR184/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai AtosR185/day
2
M
A/C
Best car hire deals found in Athens
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 R359. Data was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Ford FiestaR155/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift DzireR184/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai AtosR185/day
2
M
A/C
Cheapflights insights for Athens car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Athens, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Athens?
For the best savings on car hire in Athens, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R260/day – about 1 082% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Athens?
In Athens, the most affordable car hire company right now is CarQ, offering prices from just R180,09/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GREEN MOTION , with rates starting at R209,09/day.
What is the best car rental company in Athens?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Athens is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). ADDCAR RENTAL (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Thrifty
10.0
ADDCAR RENTAL
10.0
Hertz
9.2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.2
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Athens?
At Athens, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R191. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R851 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Athens, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R191. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R851 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R226
February
R191
March
R208
April
R330
May
R313
June
R434
July
R799
August
R851
September
R399
October
R278
November
R261
December
R295
What car do most people hire in Athens?
SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Athens. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Mini Hatch or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Athens?
Hertz has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Athens at 10.
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 14 September 2025.
Thrifty
10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,5
Comfort
9,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
9,0
ADDCAR RENTAL
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
9,3
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Hertz
2 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,5
Comfort
9,2
Overall
9,2
Pick-up/drop-off
8,2
Value
8,2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,3
Comfort
9,3
Overall
9,1
Pick-up/drop-off
9,5
Value
9,0
Autounion Car Rental
2 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,2
Comfort
8,8
Overall
8,8
Pick-up/drop-off
8,8
Value
8,8
Avance Rent a Car
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,8
Comfort
8,5
Overall
8,8
Pick-up/drop-off
8,5
Value
8,0
Dollar
3 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
9,0
Overall
8,0
Pick-up/drop-off
6,5
Value
7,5
Europcar
15 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,1
Comfort
7,6
Overall
7,2
Pick-up/drop-off
7,7
Value
7,2
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Athens, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Athens?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R210/day when booking a car hire in Athens. The absolute best deal a user found was for R162/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Athens for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Athens for about R1 472 per week on average.
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 R6 309. 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 Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in October to be on average R0 per day.
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 14 September 2025.
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 (R9+).
Electric
R14+
Hybrid
R10+
Petrol/Diesel
R9+
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