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Cheap Car Hire in Athens from R93

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 22/1 and drop-off date of 24/1. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Athens?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Athens 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 22 December 2024.

January

R183

February

R164

March

R183

April

R256

May

R311

June

R439

July

R841

August

R878

September

R402

October

R292

November

R274

December

R274

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Athens 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 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 22 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Athens this past week from 212 hire locations out of 83 hire agencies. Prices for a Athens small car hire start from R93/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for rental in Athens

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Athens to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Small cars

R158 - R665

All Car Types

R178 - R1 663

To hire a small car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R339/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Athens, Greece (~R158/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R665/day). In fact, October is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a small car saves you 46% 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 Athens small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R731/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Athens, Greece (~R281/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 034/day). In fact, January is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a medium car is 16% more expensive. 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.

To hire a van in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of R828/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Athens, Greece (~R605/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R3 039/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, renting a van is 26% more expensive. 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 Athens van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR93/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR174/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 22 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Athens, including GREEN MOTION , Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

GREEN MOTION

4,6
Mediocre
37 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,6

Comfort

5,4

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,1

Thrifty

10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9,3
Wonderful
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

9,2

Hertz

9,2
Wonderful
2 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,2

Autounion Car Rental

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,8

Avance Rent a Car

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Dollar

8,6
Very Good
3 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

7,5

Europcar

7,1
Good
14 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,2

Best Athens car hire deals found

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 R283. Data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Athens area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen PoloR93/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR96/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR174/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Athens, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Athens?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Athens from the following companies over the past two weeks: Right Cars (R93/day), GREEN MOTION (R96/day), and Centauro (R203/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Athens?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Wheego (10,0 rating), Caldera (10,0 rating) and ADDCAR RENTAL (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Athens.

  • What are petrol prices like in Athens?

    The average price of petrol in Athens is R35,32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 589 and R2 296 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Athens for a week from Centauro?

    Centauro offers hire cars in Athens for about R8 847 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Athens for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 68% on your car hire. For a below average price in Athens, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Athens?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Athens for a month is certainly possible.

  • 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 January to be on average R0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Athens?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Opel Vivaro) in Athens, making it the most popular option.

Small car hires in Athens

Find small car hire deals in Athens from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Athens cost an average of R493 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Kia PicantoR282/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki SwiftR333/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki SwiftR359/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Van hires in Athens

Find people carrier hire deals in Athens from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Athens cost an average of R15 326 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Athens we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Suzuki ErtigaR495/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 243/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 308/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Athens

Browse car hires by fuel type in Athens. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Athens. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Athens. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R15+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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