🚗 Car Hire in Heraklion – Explore Crete with Freedom
Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Heraklion, Crete with the flexibility and convenience of Rhino Car Hire. From ancient palaces and museums to crystal-clear beaches and mountain villages, a rental car lets you experience Crete your way — on your own schedule.
✨ Why Choose Rhino Car Hire in Heraklion?
🚙 Freedom to Explore
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Plan your itinerary as you go — no fixed routes or timetables.
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Visit hidden gems, remote beaches, and scenic hilltop towns.
📍 Convenient Pick-Up
🧳 Travel in Comfort
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Avoid crowded buses and enjoy private, air-conditioned transport.
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Ideal for families, couples, and groups wanting more space and flexibility.
💸 Great Value
🚗 Choosing the Right Vehicle
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City Cruising: Compact cars are perfect for navigating Heraklion’s Old Town.
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Beach Breaks: Convertibles or economy models suit sunny coastal drives.
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Off-the-Beaten-Path: For rugged terrain and rural villages, opt for a 4x4 SUV.
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Group Travel: Minivans or larger vehicles for extra luggage and comfort.
📅 Book Early and Save
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Secure your preferred vehicle before the busy summer season.
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Enjoy early booking discounts and seasonal offers.
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Relax knowing your transport is arranged ahead of time.
🌄 Top Things to See with Your Rental Car
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🏛 Knossos Palace – Just a 15-minute drive from the city, explore the centre of Minoan civilisation.
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🌊 Amoudara Beach – A popular sun-soaked beach just west of Heraklion.
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🏞 Lasithi Plateau – A scenic mountain drive with panoramic views and charming villages.
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🏰 Heraklion Old Town – Park nearby and walk through Venetian streets, fortresses, and bustling markets.
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🥾 Samaria Gorge – Day trip for nature lovers and hikers (allow approx. 3-hour drive).
📌 Heraklion Car Hire FAQs
Where can I pick up my hire car?
From Heraklion Airport (HER) or downtown locations depending on your preference.
Is it easy to drive in Crete?
Yes, especially with GPS. Roads are well-signed, and scenic routes are abundant.
Can I hire a car one-way from Heraklion?
Yes, one-way rentals are available. Check at booking for applicable fees.
Do I need an international driving permit (IDP)?
Only if your licence is not from the EU or not written in the Latin alphabet.
🌍 Book Your Heraklion Car Hire Today
Discover the best of Heraklion and Crete with a rental car from Rhino Car Hire. From Minoan ruins to coastal villages, your adventure begins the moment you collect your keys.
Reserve online now and unlock the full Crete experience with Rhino Car Hire.
Current Rental Rates in Heraklion
Peugeot 107
4 Adults, 3 Doors
From 20.68 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 144.79 EUR from 21/09/2026
Hyundai i10
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 20.89 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 146.28 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Aygo
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 20.97 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 146.82 EUR from 21/09/2026
Volkswagen ID.4
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 84.28 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 589.97 EUR from 21/09/2026
Volkswagen ID.3
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 80.26 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 561.82 EUR from 21/09/2026
Volvo EX30
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 88.25 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 617.81 EUR from 21/09/2026
Tesla Model 3
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 133.41 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 933.87 EUR from 21/09/2026
Citroen C3
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 70.26 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 491.87 EUR from 21/09/2026
Tesla Model Y
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 146.42 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1024.95 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 276.27 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1933.90 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota C-HR Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 452.27 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 3165.89 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 230.40 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1612.86 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota C-HR Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 376.56 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 2635.95 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 97.40 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 681.83 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota C-HR Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 157.12 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1099.90 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 276.27 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1933.90 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota C-HR Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 452.27 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 3165.89 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 230.40 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1612.86 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota C-HR Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 376.56 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 2635.95 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 97.40 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 681.83 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota C-HR Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 157.12 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 1099.90 EUR from 21/09/2026
Key Highlights for Car Hire at Heraklion: Making the Most of Your Journey.
Heraklion Car Hire Highlights
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🚗 Pick up your car at Heraklion Airport or downtown
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🏖 Explore Crete’s beaches, villages & ruins with freedom
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📅 Book early for best rates and selection
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🚙 Choose from economy to SUV & convertible models
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☎ 24/7 support throughout your journey
Heraklion - Popular Destinations
- Knossos Palace: 5 miles
- Agia Pelagia Beach: 12 miles
- Matala Beach: 43 miles
- Rethymno Old Town: 50 miles
- Elounda Village: 44 miles
Our Most Popular Rated Local Car Rental Suppliers from Heraklion
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No.1: ENTERPRISE,
based on 725 reviews
11 min (average wait time)
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No.2: THRIFTY,
based on 1943 reviews
23 min (average wait time)
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No.3: HERTZ,
based on 945 reviews
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Heraklion car hire information
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€ 211.47
Average price:
(per week)
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€ 30.21
Best Price:
Per Week
Average prices per day in Heraklion
| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 54 |
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| February | € 52 |
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| March | € 54 |
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| April | € 66 |
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| May | € 84 |
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| June | € 95 |
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| July | € 129 |
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| August | € 135 |
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| September | € 104 |
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| October | € 71 |
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| November | € 83 |
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| December | € 76 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 40 |
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| February | € 39 |
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| March | € 41 |
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| April | € 49 |
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| May | € 64 |
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| June | € 71 |
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| July | € 97 |
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| August | € 101 |
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| September | € 81 |
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| October | € 54 |
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| November | € 62 |
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| December | € 59 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 138 |
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| February | € 223 |
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| March | € 225 |
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| April | € 162 |
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| May | € 209 |
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| June | € 222 |
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| July | € 254 |
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| August | € 261 |
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| September | € 204 |
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| October | € 144 |
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| November | € 180 |
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| December | € 184 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 70 |
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| February | € 89 |
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| March | € 91 |
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| April | € 108 |
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| May | € 134 |
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| June | € 145 |
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| July | € 173 |
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| August | € 196 |
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| September | € 156 |
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| October | € 99 |
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| November | € 112 |
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| December | € 100 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 125 |
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| February | € 123 |
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| March | € 125 |
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| April | € 159 |
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| May | € 169 |
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| June | € 197 |
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| July | € 298 |
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| August | € 298 |
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| September | € 219 |
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| October | € 159 |
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| November | € 126 |
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| December | € 126 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 38 |
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| February | € 51 |
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| March | € 53 |
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| April | € 63 |
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| May | € 74 |
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| June | € 73 |
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| July | € 95 |
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| August | € 105 |
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| September | € 80 |
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| October | € 52 |
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| November | € 66 |
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| December | € 61 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 172 |
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| February | € 207 |
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| March | € 200 |
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| April | € 178 |
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| May | € 233 |
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| June | € 239 |
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| July | € 265 |
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| August | € 273 |
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| September | € 216 |
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| October | € 155 |
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| November | € 213 |
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| December | € 218 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 46 |
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| February | € 42 |
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| March | € 43 |
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| April | € 55 |
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| May | € 73 |
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| June | € 81 |
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| July | € 110 |
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| August | € 131 |
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| September | € 97 |
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| October | € 66 |
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| November | € 67 |
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| December | € 63 |
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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices
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