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Athens car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Athens. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 February 2025.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

HK$15.00

Average price per day

HK$1,462

Cheapest price per day

HK$1,091

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 23 February 2025.

January

HK$101

February

HK$77

March

HK$85

April

HK$108

May

HK$139

June

HK$186

July

HK$357

August

HK$372

September

HK$170

October

HK$124

November

HK$116

December

HK$132

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 rent in Athens and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 23 February 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Athens this past week from 216 hire locations out of 85 hire agencies. Prices for a Athens small car hire start from HK$74/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$61+

Compact

Compact

HK$93+

Mini

Mini

HK$74+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$371+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$128+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$174+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

HK$473+

Compare available car types for rental in Athens

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 23 February 2025.

Small cars

HK$86 - HK$502

All Car Types

HK$127 - HK$911

To hire a small car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of HK$207/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Athens, Greece (~HK$86/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$502/day). In fact, May is about 59% 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, hiring a small car saves you 39% 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.

To hire a medium car in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of HK$285/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Athens, Greece (~HK$172/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,267/day). In fact, March is about 40% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 16% 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.

To hire a SUV in Athens, Greece, you would pay an average price of HK$279/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Athens, Greece (~HK$161/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,090/day). In fact, September is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Athens. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Athens, hiring a SUV 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.

Top rental agencies in Athens

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Athens known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Athens. Reviews were last updated on 23 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Athens, including GREEN MOTION , Thrifty and Hertz in Athens. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

GREEN MOTION

4.5
Mediocre
37 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.5

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

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.2
Wonderful
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.1

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

7.2
Good
14 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Athens, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Athens?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$1,462/day when booking a car hire in Athens. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$1,091/day from Alamo, booked on Feb. 16.

  • 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 HK$15.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$675 and HK$975 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Athens. They can have you in a hire car for about HK$9,967 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 67% on a hire car in Athens. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Athens for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 30% below the average car hire price in Athens. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Athens is on average HK$42,716 a month or HK$1,424 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Athens car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Athens for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Athens are typically HK$0 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 HK$0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in March to be on average HK$0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Athens?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Class Compact Van) in Athens, making it the most popular option.

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