How to book a car at Santorini Airport through FindYCar?

Select Santorini Airport as the pickup location, choose your hire dates, click Search, compare offers, and complete the booking online. You’ll receive a confirmation email with your voucher.

Where are the car hire offices at Santorini Airport?

Car hire offices are located in the arrivals hall of the terminal. After collecting your baggage, follow the signs for "Car Rental" or "Ενοικιάσεις Αυτοκινήτων" to the desks. Vehicles are usually parked in the nearby car park, just steps from the terminal exit, making collection quick and easy.

What documents are required to hire a car at Santorini Airport?

You 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.

What is the minimum age to hire a car at Santorini Airport?

The minimum age is usually 18, but some companies require drivers to be at least 21 for certain vehicles, such as convertibles and larger SUVs.

Can I hire a car at Santorini Airport and return it somewhere else?

One-way hires within Santorini usually have little or no extra fee, as most locations are within 10–15 km. Taking the car on ferries to other islands or mainland Greece is generally prohibited or requires special permission and high additional costs. It is usually cheaper to hire separate cars on each island.

Do I need to pay for toll roads from Santorini Airport?

No, there are no toll roads on Santorini. You can drive anywhere on the island without extra charges.

Is long-term car hire available at Santorini Airport?

Yes, FindYCar offers long-term hires, including weekly and monthly options, with better daily rates for extended stays.

Can I hire a car at Santorini Airport without a deposit?

Yes, FindYCar offers hires without a deposit. Use the "No deposit" filter when searching. Availability is limited, especially in peak season, so book 3–4 months in advance to secure your car.

Can I hire a car at Santorini Airport without a credit card?

Most companies require a credit card for the security deposit. FindYCar offers some cars that can be booked with a debit card. Use the "Debit card" filter when searching. Availability is limited. Some ATVs and scooters may accept debit cards or cash more easily.

Can I hire a car with a child seat at Santorini Airport?

Yes, most hire cars at Santorini Airport can include a child seat. You can add an infant, toddler, or booster seat when booking through FindYCar. The cost is usually €5 to €10 per day or €30 to €60 per week. Child seats are mandatory in Greece for children under 12 years old or shorter than 135 cm.

How much does it cost to hire a car at Santorini Airport?

Prices vary by season, car type, and hire length. Economy cars cost around €30 to €65 per day, compact cars €35 to €75, convertibles €60 to €160, and SUVs €70 to €140. ATVs and quads cost €25 to €55 per day, and scooters €15 to €35.

Which car hire companies are located at Santorini Airport?

Santorini Airport has international companies such as Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, and Sixt, as well as local operators including Santorini Rental Cars, AutoHellas, Top Cars, and Drive in Santorini. All have desks in the arrivals hall, making it easy to compare options, although pre-booking is recommended.

Is unlimited mileage included in the hire?

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

What are the most popular destinations to drive to from Santorini Airport?

Popular destinations include Fira (6 km, 10 minutes), Oia (15 km, 20 minutes), Perissa Beach (8 km, 10 minutes), Kamari Beach (6 km, 10 minutes), Akrotiri and Red Beach (7 km, 15 minutes), Imerovigli (8 km, 12 minutes), Pyrgos village (5 km, 10 minutes), Santo Wines (3 km) and Venetsanos winery (5 km), Ancient Thera (12 km, 20 minutes), and Athinios port (10 km, 15 minutes). All locations are easily accessible from the airport.

How can I cancel my car hire booking at Santorini Airport?

You can cancel through your FindYCar account or by contacting customer support. Policies vary by company and booking type. Most bookings allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before collection. Check your confirmation email for the specific terms.

Car Hire Santorini Airport: No Deposit, No Credit Card

Small cars

Economy cars

SUVs

Vans

Convertibles

Premium cars

The best way to hire a car at Santorini Airport through FindYCar

To explore this wonderful Greek destination in your own car, all you need to do is:

Choose the right car using the quick search on our website.
Book now, add features (if needed), and enter other details.
Make sure the pickup location is set to Santorini Airport (JTR) and click Pay Now. Payment confirmation requires either 20% or 100% of the total amount.

Location

You are free to specify any location you prefer to collect your vehicle (this could be a city, airport, or delivery)
Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.

Booking

Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
Book a car through our website and make the payment online
You will receive an email voucher with the rental company’s contact details and pick-up instructions.

Pick-Up

When collecting the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driving licence, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
Sign the rental agreement, collect the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Hire at Santorini Airport: The Best of FindYCar

JTR delivers travellers to the edge of one of the world’s most photographed volcanic calderas, where cliff-hanging villages create postcard-perfect scenes against the endless blue of the Aegean Sea. Visitors arrive dreaming of witnessing legendary sunsets that paint the sky in impossible colours, staying in luxury cave hotels carved from ancient lava, and sipping crisp Assyrtiko wine overlooking the submerged volcano.

Gaining full freedom from the moment you arrive is easy, as hiring a car at Santorini Airport removes the need for costly transfers and lets your island adventure begin without delay, putting you in control from the very first minute. With your own vehicle, you’re free to:

Drive straight to your accommodation in clifftop Oia or beachside Kamari within 20–35 minutes of arrival
Reach the ancient Akrotiri ruins or the dramatic Red Beach without depending on infrequent bus timetables
Chase the sunset from multiple viewpoints across the island rather than battling Oia’s overwhelming crowds.

FindYCar helps you plan the best island trips with several added benefits: no deposit, free cancellation, CDW (and other types of) insurance, cash payment, no credit card required, booster/child safety seat, and more.

What’s the price of car hire at Santorini Airport?

Because it’s a top choice for high-end travellers and romantic getaways, this island has some of the highest costs in the country. Average day-by-day pricing for car hire at Santorini Airport includes:

Economy cars: €39–€59 per day
Mid-range cars: €66–€100 per day
SUVs and people carriers: €111–€146 per day
Luxury cars: €155+ per day

Strategic planning becomes essential on one of Europe’s most expensive islands, where every service carries premium pricing. Use these cost-reduction techniques:

Compare prices before starting your booking
Use FindYCar
Plan a long-term car hire (at least 4 days)
Make your reservation in advance.

Here’s how to compare the prices:

Table of rental prices for popular cars at Santorini Airport by season

Car model	Body type	Passengers	Luggage capacity	Price per day (low season)	Price per day (high season)
Toyota Aygo	Mini / Economy	4	1-2	€27	€45
Hyundai i10	Economy	4	1-2	€30	€48
Fiat 500	Compact	4	2	€34	€55
Volkswagen Polo	Compact	5	2-3	€38	€60
Toyota Yaris	Compact	5	2-3	€40	€62
Nissan Qashqai	SUV	5	4	€55	€88
Hyundai Creta	SUV	5	3-4	€60	€95
Peugeot Rifter	People carrier	5-7	4-5	€65	€110
BMW 1 Series	Premium Hatchback	5	3-4	€85	€140
Mercedes C-Class	Luxury Saloon	5	3-4	€100	€160

⚠️ Note:The prices shown are indicative and may vary depending on the pickup location at Santorini Airport, the hire company, booking date, insurance options, and rental duration. This table reflects average market rates and does not guarantee availability at the listed prices.

Car hire price chart at Santorini Airport: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

According to our statistics on seasonal car hire prices at Santorini Airport, the lowest rates occur in February, March, and December at 13 €, while the most expensive month is August at 34 €. Compared with the yearly average of 18 €, the minimum price of 13 € is 26% lower, and the August price of 34 € is 92% higher.

Our experience shows a clear seasonal pattern. In peak demand months, the gap between the minimum 13 € and the maximum 34 € is 162%, meaning August can cost more than 2.5 times as much as winter. In July, the price of 27 € is already 53% above the average, in September 22 € is 25% above, and June at 18 € is almost at the average level, only 2% higher.

It is important that these prices were collected from verified bookings through our website FindYCar. The calculation includes all vehicle types and classes, as well as bookings with no deposit and with no credit card. Our result is practical. For savings, it is best to plan your hire for February to March or December, and if your trip is in August, it is worth booking earlier and comparing terms carefully, because the seasonal price increase is most noticeable then.

14 €

JAN

13 €

FEB

13 €

MAR

14 €

APR

15 €

MAY

18 €

JUN

27 €

JUL

34 €

AUG

22 €

SEP

15 €

OCT

14 €

NOV

13 €

DEC

Hiring a car at Santorini Airport: What documents do I need?

Only two documents are generally required to hire a car at Santorini Airport:

Passport
Driving licence.

Keep in mind that you might sometimes also need a credit card or booking voucher.

Traffic Rules

The compact size does not reduce its traffic challenges — narrow caldera roads, aggressive ATV riders, and inexperienced tourists create constant hazards that require vigilance. Drive defensively by respecting these important regulations when hiring a car at Santorini Airport:

Always drive on the right-hand side of the road.
Speed limits are 50 km/h in populated areas, although narrow village streets often require much slower speeds.
Seatbelts must be worn by everyone in the vehicle at all times without exception.
Caldera-rim routes between Fira and Oia are extremely narrow — expect to reverse frequently for oncoming traffic.
Blood alcohol limits are 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for newly licensed motorists.

Parking

For quick stops, short-term parking is located directly opposite the terminal at a rate of roughly €2 per hour.

If you’re heading out on a longer excursion, the economy car park offers better value; despite the island’s high-end pricing, a week of parking there typically costs between €50 and €65.

Petrol Stations

Fuel stations are scarce on the island, so it is best to rely on the BP near Fira or the station in Kamari for the most consistent opening hours.

Expect to pay a premium for fuel — usually between €2.18 and €2.32 per litre — due to the island’s remote location.

Toll Roads

One of the simplest aspects of driving on this island is the lack of charges.

There are no motorways, vignettes, or toll fees to worry about. Whether you are driving from the airport to the cliffs of Oia or down to the Akrotiri ruins.

Top features of FindYCar: Car hire at Santorini Airport with no deposit, no credit card, insurance, and full cover