Car Hire Chania: No Deposit, No Credit Card

To book a car in Chania, select “Chania” as your pick-up location, choose your hire dates, click “Search”, compare offers from different hire companies by price and rental terms, select the option that suits you best, and complete your booking online. You will then receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher and pick-up details.

Car hire offices in Chania are located at Chania International Airport, in Chania Old Town around the Venetian Harbour, in the newer part of the city including areas such as Platanias and Agioi Apostoloi, as well as along the coastal road towards the beaches. Many hotels and resorts also cooperate with hire companies or can arrange vehicle delivery directly to your accommodation.

To hire a car, you will need a valid driving licence held for at least one year, a passport or ID card, a credit card in the driver’s name, and your booking voucher. EU driving licences are accepted. Non-EU visitors may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) depending on their country of origin. Some hire companies require drivers to be at least 21–23 years old.

The minimum age to hire a car is usually 21 years old, although many hire companies require drivers to be at least 23–25 years old for certain vehicle categories, particularly larger SUVs, convertibles and premium cars. Drivers under 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Enter your age during booking to see the available options.

Yes, most hire companies offer one-way rentals. You can usually return the car to a different location within Crete (e.g. Chania to Heraklion Airport, Rethymno or Agios Nikolaos) with a one-way fee that varies by distance. One-way rentals are common across Crete. Taking hire cars on ferries to other Greek islands or mainland Greece usually requires special permission and additional fees. Always check the policies when booking.

No, there are currently no toll roads in Chania or anywhere on Crete. You can drive freely throughout the island without worrying about toll charges. The New National Road (BOAK), which connects the major cities across Crete, is free to use, making road trip budgeting straightforward.

Yes, FindYCar offers long-term car hire in Chania. The most common options are weekly or monthly hires, which often come with discounted rates compared with daily rentals. Long-term hire is popular for extended summer holidays, digital nomads enjoying Crete’s lifestyle, winter stays (Crete has mild winters), or exploring the island thoroughly at a relaxed pace.

Yes, FindYCar offers car hire in Chania without a deposit. Use the "No deposit" filter when searching for a vehicle. As these options are limited, especially during the peak summer season (July–August), it is recommended to book in advance to secure your preferred vehicle.

Most hire companies in Chania require a credit card in the driver’s name for the security deposit. However, FindYCar offers some vehicles that can be booked using a debit card. To find these options, select the "Debit card" filter when searching for a car. Availability may be limited.

Yes, child seats are available with most hire cars in Chania. You can add a child seat (infant seat, toddler seat or booster seat) when making your booking through FindYCar. The cost is typically €5–€10 per day or €30–€60 per week. Child seats are mandatory in Greece for children under 12 years old or shorter than 135 cm.

Prices vary by season, car class and hire length: economy cars around €20–€40 per day, compact cars €25–€50 per day, saloons/SUVs €45–€95 per day, convertibles €60–€120 per day, and jeeps €50–€110 per day.

Chania has numerous international and local car hire companies, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt, Enterprise, as well as many reputable local Greek operators such as Crete Rental Cars, Auto Union, Justrentals and others. Companies have offices at Chania Airport, in the city centre, and along the coastal tourist strip.

Most offers on FindYCar include unlimited mileage, allowing you to drive without distance limits throughout Crete.

Popular driving destinations from Chania include Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa (about 1.5 hours west, known for turquoise waters), Elafonissi Beach (around 1.5 hours south-west), Samaria Gorge (approximately 45 minutes south and one of Europe’s longest gorges), Rethymno Old Town (about 1 hour east), the Palace of Knossos (around 2.5 hours east), Chania Old Town and the Venetian Harbour within the city, Agia Triada Monastery (about 30 minutes away), Falassarna Beach (around 1 hour west), Lake Kournas (approximately 30 minutes), Sfakia and the south coast villages (about 1.5 hours), as well as numerous mountain villages in the White Mountains. Crete’s diverse landscape offers beaches, mountains, gorges and ancient sites all within easy driving distance.

You can cancel your booking through your FindYCar account or by contacting customer support. As cancellation policies vary depending on the hire company and booking type, most reservations offer free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up, while bookings marked with “Free cancellation” can be cancelled at no charge within the specified timeframe. It is important to check your booking confirmation email for the exact cancellation terms and conditions.