Why Renting a Car at Heraklion Airport Makes Your Crete Holiday Easier

Public transport works for basic, short trips, but it limits where you can go in Crete. If you want to reach remote areas and explore the island freely, renting a car gives you much more flexibility and control over your schedule. Here at Cretarent, you can rent a car at Heraklion Airport before you arrive. This ensures that everything’s ready the moment you land, so you can start your holiday right away, without stress!

Car rental that fits your budget

At Cretarent, our quotes are often 20% to 30% lower than those of other car rental companies at Heraklion Airport! We have a large and well-maintained modern fleet that includes sedans and SUVs.

With our Heraklion Airport car hire, you’ll also enjoy:

• A 5% discount on rentals over €300
• Free delivery and collection at Heraklion Airport
• Unlimited kilometers
• 24/7 roadside assistance
• Newer car models
• Complimentary baby seats and GPS units
• Free detailed Crete maps

Even though our prices are lower, you still get responsive, reliable customer support when you rent a car at Heraklion Airport. Cost savings don’t come at the expense of service!

Book the car that you want

Driving a car you’re already comfortable with makes getting around Crete easier, especially when you’re covering longer distances. At Cretarent, you’ll find a wide range of well-maintained, branded cars and minibuses to match different travel styles and group sizes. You can choose from a wide range of popular makes, from Citroën and Peugeot to Nissan and Toyota, with manual or automatic transmission.

Travelling with a larger group? We also offer minibuses so you have extra room for passengers and luggage, making road trips across the island far more comfortable.

Get more peace of mind with your car rental

Your rental includes full insurance coverage, so you’re protected if something goes wrong. You won’t be held liable for theft, and in most cases, you won’t face major financial risk. Some higher-end vehicles require a refundable deposit to cover damage you might cause, but if there’s an accident or the car breaks down, you’ll get a replacement quickly so your trip isn’t disrupted!

Explore central and eastern Crete right away

Heraklion International Airport acts as the island’s main air hub, so it puts you in an ideal position to begin your road trip. Located about 5 km east of Heraklion, the terminal connects you quickly to scenic routes along both coasts.

When you rent a car at Heraklion Airport, you can reach popular resort towns like Hersonissos and Malia, then continue east to Agios Nikolaos and Elounda. Prefer heading the other direction? The main highway can also take you west toward Rethymno and Chania, or farther east toward Sitia. Either way, you’re on Crete’s best driving routes within minutes of landing.

Here are more reasons why it’s convenient to rent a car at Heraklion Airport:

• Quick access to rental cars – With pick-up locations on-site or just a short walk from the terminal, you won’t waste time on long shuttle rides.
• Amenities nearby – You’ll find a wide range of shops and ATMs, or even cafés within or close to the airport — perfect for last-minute needs.
• Easy road connections – Clear signs guide you straight to the E75/VOAK highway east toward Agios Nikolaos and Sitia, or west toward Rethymno and Chania.
• Straight onto Crete’s best routes – With airport car hire, you’ll be behind the wheel as soon as you arrive, avoiding unnecessary delays.

Book your rental car today

You can reserve directly with Cretarent to keep things simple. We don’t require a credit card for Heraklion Airport rentals, and you can cancel free of charge if you notify us at least 48 hours before arrival.

Prefer to book by phone? Call +30 694 580 5577 to rent a car at Heraklion Airport from us, and we’ll have it ready as soon as you land.