With Cretarent, you land at Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, meet our representative on arrival and walk to your car, which is parked less than a minute from the arrivals area. The price includes unlimited kilometres, 24-hour road assistance and a second driver free of charge, and you can book without a credit card.
KEY FACTS
- Our car park base is less than a minute from the Heraklion arrivals hall.
- Cretarent has rented cars in Crete since 1974.
- Unlimited kilometres and a free second driver come with the rental.
- Most cars are covered by full insurance without excess, though some groups differ.
You can book without a credit card and pay on arrival, depending on season and vehicle group.
How does pick-up work at Heraklion Airport?
Our representative meets you on arrival, welcomes you to Crete and takes you to your car. There are no long queues, and we aim to have the car ready outside the Arrivals Hall in under five minutes.
When your holiday ends, our team waits for you at the designated rental car park, so returning the car takes no time. Our page on heraklion airport car rental gives the full picture, and you can also have the car delivered to a hotel or the port.
What is included in the price?
Our rates include the essentials, so the price you see is the price you pay. Cover differs a little between vehicle groups, so check the details on each car’s page.
- Unlimited kilometres
- 24-hour road assistance, seven days a week
- A second driver free of charge
- No hidden extras or costs
- A map of Crete, free of charge
Is the insurance really full cover?
Most of our cars come with 100% fully comprehensive insurance without excess, plus theft protection and personal accident cover. Cabrio cars and the SUV and Crossover groups are excluded, and they need a refundable card deposit for any damage caused by the renter.
The deposit amount differs between car groups, so read the car page before you book. Our insurance policy sets out the terms in full.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Heraklion?
No. You can book without a credit card and pay on arrival, depending on the season and the vehicle group. Cancellation is free if you tell us one week in advance.
Baby seats and child boosters are available on request, subject to availability and an extra charge. If you also plan to stay in the city, our page to rent a car Heraklion explains hotel delivery.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will I get my car at Heraklion Airport?
Your car is typically less than a minute from the arrivals area, and we aim to deliver it in under five minutes.
Can I pick up the car somewhere other than the airport?
Yes. We deliver to hotels and ports as well. See our Heraklion port page for details.
Is a second driver charged extra?
No. A second driver is free of charge.
Can I add a child seat?
Yes, on request, subject to availability and an additional charge.
Ready to book? Reserve your car on our booking page and we will meet you at Heraklion Airport.