Car hire in Chania, Greece

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These are the lowest Chania car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Chania?

Our data shows that December is the cheapest month to rent a car in Chania. It’s around 26 € per day in December, compared to the yearly average of 41 € per day.
Cheapest month avgDecember • 26 €
Yearly avg price41 €

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There are 53 car hire providers in Chania. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Chania

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Chania. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Chania: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
A full licence and passport are required.
To rent a car in Chania, bring your driving licence, passport and a credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your licence is not in English or from outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Historic roads can be narrow and confusing.
Driving in Chania involves one-way systems, uneven surfaces, and tight corners in the old town. Roads are better outside the centre. Use a navigation app for exits and mountain routes.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
No tolls or low-emission zones on Crete.
There are no toll roads in Crete and no emissions-related charges. The island’s main roads are free to use and well maintained. You'll want to pay attention to the road signs as they can be varied.
Parking your car in Chania
Free and paid options are available.
Parking in Chania is mostly free outside the old town, but limited in central areas. Paid zones and private car parks are common. Hotel parking is a good option for easy access.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is sparse.
Petrol stations are frequent across Chania and nearby villages. EV charging stations in Chania are still limited — use apps like Electromaps to find one before hiring an electric car.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers can be confident and fast.
Local driving rules in Chania tend to be loosely followed. Expect occasional overtaking on bends, variable speed limits, and limited signalling. Stay alert, especially on rural roads.
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The most popular car rental companies in Chania

Final Rentals
Right Cars
OK Mobility
Surprice
Centauro
united rent a car

What's the most popular car to hire in Chania?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Toyota Aygo is the most popular car to hire in Chania, with prices starting from 5 € per day. The Fiat Panda and similar models are also popular drives in Chania.
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo15% chose this
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda9% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5007% chose this
Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf5% chose this
Most popular carToyota Aygo
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Chania's cheapest car hire providers

Surprice has the cheapest car hire in Chania right now, with prices from 5 € per day. You'll save an average of 1 € per day when you book with them.
Surpricefrom 5 € per day
Carwizfrom 5 € per day
Right Carsfrom 5 € per day
Final Rentalsfrom 6 € per day
Cheapest providerSurprice
Book with them to save around1 € per day

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Hiring a car in Chania: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyFinal Rentals
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price231 €
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Chania

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Chania that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Chania for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Chania avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Chania, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Chania car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Chania is 231 € per day or 779 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 5 € per day for Small hire from sterling. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 61 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 5 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 130 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 6 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 241 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 24 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Chania is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Chania are currently Surprice and IDEA MOBILITY.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chania is currently October.
On average, around 779 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Chania is 35 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Chania for a whole month is 2.700 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Chania, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Chania that have free cancellation. 
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Chania offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Chania, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Chania is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.