Cheap Car Hire in Crete from R345
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 17/7 and drop-off date of 23/7. 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 5 July 2025.
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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 5 July 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Crete this past week from 4 283 hire locations out of 181 hire agencies. Prices for a Crete small car hire start from R345/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R384+
Compact
R448+
People carrier
R1 319+
Mini
R345+
Passenger van
R2 342+
Convertible
R692+
Supplier choice
R378+
Compact SUV
R540+
Intermediate SUV
R687+
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Here are the best Crete small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Crete
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 R905. Data was last updated on 5 July 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.
Cheapflights insights for Crete car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Crete, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Crete?
Book your car hire in Crete 79 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R496/day on average when booked 79 days ahead, which saves you 1 897% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Crete?
Looking to hire a car in Crete? Zezgo had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R145,65/day. Right Cars also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R162,86/day.
What is the best car rental company in Crete?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Crete is Caldera (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Crete?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Crete is January, when you can expect to pay R215/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Crete is August (R892/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R215
February
R220
March
R215
April
R321
May
R400
June
R553
July
R799
August
R892
September
R641
October
R435
November
R281
December
R264
What car do most people hire in Crete?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Crete are the following: Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar), SUV cars (BMW X3 or similar), and Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Crete?
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL has 25 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Greenways Rent A Car has the second-highest number of locations in Crete at 21.
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 5 July 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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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Crete, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 2025.
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 R2 088 per week on 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.
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 5 July 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 (R24+).
Electric
R79+
Hybrid
R37+
Petrol/Diesel
R24+