Heraklion is one of the most important cities in Greece. Daytime temperatures average around 15 °C in winter and 29 °C in summer. The best time to visit is May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep. Explore the city with your own car — pick it up at the airport and return it wherever you like.
Choose the car that suits you. The prices are averages for a 7-day rental and vary by season and provider.
In Heraklion the usual conditions for renting a car are:
⛽ Fuel policy: most companies use a “full-to-full” policy (collect full, return full) — remember to return the car with a full tank.
🛞 Winter tyres: in Heraklion, thanks to the mild climate all year round, winter tyres are usually not necessary.
🅿️ Parking: parking in city centres may be chargeable; ask in advance whether your hotel has parking.
📅 By season: in the busy summer season cars sell out early — book your car in advance for the months May, Haz, Tem, Ağu, Eyl.
You usually need to be at least 21 years old and to have held a valid licence for at least 1 year.
Yes — most rental companies offer airport pick-up and drop-off.
A valid driving licence, an ID card or passport and a credit card for the deposit are enough.
Selected cars come with free cancellation; check the conditions during booking.
