Cheap Car Hire in Crete from R242
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 Crete with a pick-up date of 1/6 and drop-off date of 7/6. 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.
Crete car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Crete. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Crete?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Crete 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 30 April 2025.
January
R185
February
R148
March
R185
April
R203
May
R259
June
R370
July
R630
August
R722
September
R444
October
R259
November
R185
December
R203
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Crete 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 Crete
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Crete and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Crete this past week from 4 224 hire locations out of 176 hire agencies. Prices for a Crete small car hire start from R242/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R242+
Compact
R261+
People carrier
R1 169+
Mini
R214+
Passenger van
R1 335+
Compact SUV
R395+
Intermediate SUV
R508+
Compact estate car
R655+
Compare available car types for rental in Crete
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Crete to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Small cars | R117 - R734 | |
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All Car Types | R117 - R748 |
To hire a small car in Crete, you would pay an average price of R276/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Crete (~R117/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R734/day). In fact, October is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Crete. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Crete, renting a small car saves you 18% 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 Crete small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Crete
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Crete known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Crete. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Crete, including pickup locations serving Heraklion, Chania and Soúda. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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Best Crete car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Crete. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Crete with an average daily rate of R760. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Crete, including options within a close proximity to Heraklion, Chania and Soúda. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Crete, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Crete?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Crete from the following companies over the past two weeks: Zezgo (R242/day), Kings Rental Corfu (R258/day), and Routes Car & Truck Rentals (R261/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Crete?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Yours Car Rental (10,0 rating), Wheego (10,0 rating) and Thrifty (9,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Crete.
What are petrol prices like in Crete?
The average price of petrol in Crete is R35,78/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 610 and R2 325 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Crete for a week from Right Cars?
Right Cars is one of the top picks in Crete. They can have you in a hire car for about R4 570 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Crete for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 29% to make it a great deal in Crete. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Crete?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Crete check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
Small car hires in Crete
Find small car hire deals in Crete from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Crete cost an average of R757 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Van hires in Crete
Find people carrier hire deals in Crete from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Crete cost an average of R1 684 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for van hires within the Crete area, including pickup locations near Heraklion, Chania and Soúda. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
Car hires by fuel type in Crete
Browse car hires by fuel type in Crete. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Crete. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Crete. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R13+).
Electric
R72+
Hybrid
R29+
Petrol/Diesel
R13+