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Cheap Car Hire in Athens from $12
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 25/10 and drop-off date of 8/11. 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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Athens car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Athens. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Most popular company | RECORDGO |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $3.08 |
Average price per day | $53 |
Cheapest price per day | $12 |
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 17 September 2025.
There are 95 hire agencies servicing Athens. These agencies, altogether, have 231 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Athens with prices from $12 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Athens:
Economy
$12+
Compact
$12+
SUV
$17+
Mini
$13+
Passenger van
$62+
Compact SUV
$21+
Intermediate SUV
$21+
Compact estate car
$24+
Compare car hire deals in Athens by type
Here are the best Athens small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Athens SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Athens van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
MG 3$12/day
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Toyota Corolla$12/day
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A/C
Nissan Pulsar$14/day
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A/C
Best car hire deals found in Athens
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Athens. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Athens with an average daily rate of $20. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
MG 3$12/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla$12/day
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A/C
Nissan Pulsar$12/day
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Cheapflights insights for Athens car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Athens, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Athens?
Looking to hire a car in Athens? AbbyCar Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $8.65/day. Centauro also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $10.55/day.
What is the best car rental company in Athens?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Athens is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). ADDCAR RENTAL (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Athens?
Planning to hire a car in Athens? February is the cheapest month, costing about $16 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $73. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$19
February
$16
March
$18
April
$28
May
$27
June
$37
July
$69
August
$73
September
$34
October
$24
November
$22
December
$25
What car do most people hire in Athens?
Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Athens. Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Fiat Panda or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Athens?
Hertz has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Athens at 10.
Top hire 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 17 September 2025.
Thrifty
10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
9.0
ADDCAR RENTAL
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.3
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
2 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.1
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.0
Autounion Car Rental
2 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.8
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.8
Avance Rent a Car
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.8
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.0
Dollar
3 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
7.5
Europcar
15 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.2
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.2
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Athens, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Athens?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $53/day when booking a car hire in Athens. The absolute best deal a user found was for $26/day from AcaRent, booked on Sep. 7.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Athens for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
GREEN MOTION is one of the top picks in Athens. They can have you in a hire car for about $171 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Athens?
Yes, hiring 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 AcaRent can potentially be 69% below the average car hire price in Athens. Check prices and availability for AcaRent and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Athens is on average $734 a month or $24 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 $91 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 $91. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in October to be on average $36 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Athens
Browse car hires by fuel type in Athens. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Athens. Deals were last updated on 17 September 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Athens. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($8+).
Electric
$14+
Hybrid
$9+
Petrol/Diesel
$8+
Travelling to a place near Athens?
Hire a car at Athens if you plan to visit one of these locationsPorto Cheli
Piraeus
Glyfada