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Top tips for hiring a car in Chania
- Chania is a centrally located city on the largest Greek island of Crete, famous for its Venetian harbor and being surrounded by incredible crystal blue waters. Renting a car will give you the ability to reach some of the island’s isolated beauty such as Samaria Gorge, the longest gorge in Europe that spans over 16 km and culminates in an opening to the Mediterranean Sea. World renowned Balos and Elafonissi beaches lie west of Chania and are unreachable without a hire car, unless you decide to purchase a pre-organized tour or commit to the lengthy and unreliable public transport system.
- Chania International Airport is located 15 km (9 miles) from the city center. A number of major global hire companies including Europcar, Budget, and Enterprise have counters at the airport, situated in the arrivals area. If you are traveling to Chania during the peak European summer months, make sure to book your hire in advance using KAYAK to avoid missing the best deal. Heraklion International Airport is the other major arrival destination for the island of Crete and can often have cheaper flights, but it is almost a three-hour drive to Chania with Rethymno being the only major city in between.
- It is vital that you carry an International Driver's Permit (IDP) while driving in Greece, as companies will not risk renting to you without one. An IDP is simply a translation of your current driver’s license to multiple other languages, no test is required and you can order it online.
- Due to lack of a central business district, Chania does not experience rush hour as many major cities do across the world. Instead there is sporadic congestion caused by flocking tourists during the holiday season, generally most noticeable on the roads during the middle of the day. Ensure your safety by avoiding driving during the peak heat of the day; leave early in the morning and reach your destination before the temperature climbs.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Chania for $62 or less
- Book your rental car in Chania at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Chania are around 36% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Chania
What type of car is recommended for driving in Chania?
Considering the cost of petrol in Chania, it is advisable to rent an economical car that will help keep your fuel costs and environmental impact low. Renting a car such as a Hyundai i10 or Citroen C1 will mean less money spent on petrol and more available for seafood, wine, and gyros!
What’s the speed limit in Chania?
The speed limit in urban and residential areas is 50 km/h (31 mph), while on highways it increases to 90 km/h (55 mph). Overtaking lanes is uncommon on the highways surrounding Chania, and you must veer onto the opposite lane of traffic to do so.
Where are the best places to park in Chania?
Chania has an old town that surrounds the harbor, and the majority of these streets and alleyways are reserved for pedestrians only. It is best to leave your hire car parked at your accommodation or on the perimeter of the old town to explore the magical town on foot.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Chania?
On average a hire car in Chania costs $62 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Chania?
The average price of fuel in Chania is $13.73 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $165 and $220, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Chania?
Compact (Peugeot 301 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Chania.
Which hire car agencies are at Souda airport (CHQ)?
The only car hire company onsite at Souda airport is Sk Rent.
Which hire car agencies will pick you up at Souda airport (CHQ)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Souda airport to off-airport locations is Sk Rent.
How can I find car hires near me in Chania?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Chania?
A Compact car hire in Chania costs $40 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Chania?
An Intermediate car hire in Chania costs $41 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Chania?
A Mini car hire in Chania costs $43 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Chania?
In Chania, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar Meet And Greet (11 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Chania?
On average a car hire in Chania costs $435 per week ($62 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Chania?
On average a car hire in Chania costs $1,865 per month ($62 per day).
Chania car rental reviews and directory
Budget
10.0
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
3 locations in Chania
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2018
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Service Car7.6 Good
Sep 2016
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The signage at Chania airport could be clearer for those who are not arriving via plane. I went to the lot only to be told I had to go inside to check in. After walking back and forth, there was quite a bit of time waiting for the attendants to pick up and bring the cars to the lot. They were working very hard but the whole process seemed to take a very long time.Caldera
10.0
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2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
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8.0
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8.0
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10.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Caldera were excellent as they had NO booking from Kayak but were still able to find us a 9 seater minibus for me and my family. If not then we would of either had 2 vehicles or no vehicle at allCons:
No booking from Kayak to Caldera, lucky we had a voucher booking reference with us. Also no pick up from airport as arranged and I had to leave my children and elderly parents at the airport while I had to walk and find the hire company. Process took over an hour as they had to locate a vehicle large enough for the family which left them worrying at the airport.Europcar
10.0
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2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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2.0 Poor
Sep 2018
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Couldn't rent the car because I didn't have an international license. Would have been good to know this before I got there. Ended up having to rent a piece of junk car from some shady rental place on the side of the highway. On the plus side, I saved 100 Euro because it was way cheaper than EuropcarThrifty
10.0
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1 reviewCleanliness
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
2 locations in Chania
Sixt
8.8
Very Good
8 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.9
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9.2
Value for money
8.5
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2022
2.0 Poor
Sep 2018
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NothingCons:
Upon arrival in Crete, Sixt was the only company that had closed their station. Our flight was delayed and we arrived before midnight. Once, we grabbed our luggage we hurried to the car rental area only to be told the person working the Sixt station left a couple minutes before us. All the other car rentals (enterprise, hertz, Avis, etc) were laughing when we told them Sixt had left as they checked the late arrivals and made sure to stay. Sixt automation system was not working and I had no way to contact them to rearrange. Will never book with them again.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.7
Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
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8.0
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7.0
Value for money
8.0
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8.8 Very Good
Dec 2018
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Inconvenient pickup drop off from the airport2.0 Poor
Oct 2018
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They did not let us rent the car. We were not allowed to rent the car due to not allegedly having a AAA international license. We didn't have that license and we were still able to rent a car from a different kiosk in Chania and also in Santorini. I suspect that since I was able to lock in a good rate for the car reservation they did not want to honor the pricing.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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I rented an automatic and it was really easy to drive and dud well driving through the white mountains of Crete10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2021
Hertz
7.2
Good
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
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8.0
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6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Chania
Exer Rent a Car
6.0
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
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8.0
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6.0
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8.0
One location in Chania
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6.0 Okay
Oct 2022
Avis
4.6
Mediocre
2 reviewsCleanliness
4.6
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4.6
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4.6
Value for money
4.6
2 locations in Chania
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2.0 Poor
May 2022
1.9 Poor
Sep 2021
Dollar
2.0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
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2.0
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2.0
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2.0
2 locations in Chania
CarWiz
2.0
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2.0
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6.0
3 locations in Chania
Sk Rent
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Locations in Chania
Chania Off Airport Shuttle Ser
+30 2821 038185
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Chania Airport Entrance - Off Airport
+30 698 463 1835
Talos Square, Theotokopoulou 63, Chania , Greece
+30 698 463 1835
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Chania Airport 500m From The Arrival Hall
+30 281 028 1339
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Chania Off Airport Shuttle Ser
+30 2821 038185
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Chania Yeager Airport
+30 697 765 7557
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Akrotiriou Str, 73 100
+30 698 750 0200
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Chania Airport
+30 693 231 1388
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Chania Airport 500m From The Arrival Hall
+30 281 024 4002
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Akrotiriou Str, 73 100
+30 698 750 0200
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Chania Airport 500m From The Arrival Hall
+30 281 530 2310
Chania Hotel Delivery
+30 282 109 3211
Chania Souda Port
+30 282 109 3211
Kato Stalos Neas Kidonias
+30 281 033 1433
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Chania Airport
+30 282 106 3035
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