Car Hire Thessaloniki Airport: No Deposit, No Credit Card

Select "Thessaloniki Airport" as your pickup location, choose your rental dates, click "Search Now", compare offers by price and terms, and complete the booking online. You will receive a confirmation email with your voucher.

Car hire offices are located in the arrivals hall of the main terminal. After collecting your baggage, follow the signs for "Car Rental" or "Ενοικιάσεις Αυτοκινήτων". Rental company desks are in the arrivals area, and vehicles are usually parked in nearby car parks or outdoor lots, just a few minutes’ walk from the desks.

You need a valid driving licence held for at least one year (EU licences are accepted), a passport or ID card, a credit card in the driver’s name, and your booking voucher.

The minimum age is usually 18, but many companies require drivers to be 23 to 25 for larger SUVs, luxury, or premium cars.

Yes, most hire companies offer one-way rentals within Greece. You can return the car in cities such as Athens or other major locations, usually with a one-way fee that depends on distance. Cross-border travel to countries like Skopje, Sofia, Tirana, or Istanbul is possible with some companies but requires advance notice, extra insurance, and possible fees. Always check policies when booking.

Yes. Greece has toll motorways around and leading from Thessaloniki. Driving on major routes such as Egnatia Odos (E90 motorway) or the A1/E75 motorway in Greece may cost about €10 to €25 depending on the route. Tolls are paid at booths in cash or by card.

Yes, FindYCar offers long-term rentals in Thessaloniki, including weekly and monthly options with discounted rates compared to short-term rentals. Long-term rentals are popular for business travel, extended stays, or exploring northern Greece and the Balkans.

Yes, FindYCar offers rentals without a deposit in Thessaloniki. Use the "No deposit" filter when searching. These options are limited, especially during the peak summer season (July and August), so early booking is recommended.

Most hire companies require a credit card in the driver’s name 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.

Yes, most rental cars in Thessaloniki 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 or shorter than 135 cm.

Prices vary by season, car class, and rental length: economy cars around €20-50/day, compact cars €25-60/day, saloons/SUVs €45-115/day, and luxury vehicles €90-280/day.

Major international companies such as Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty Car Rental, Alamo Rent a Car, and National Car Rental operate at Thessaloniki Airport, along with Greek local operators such as Autounion Car Rental and Surprice Car Rental. All companies have desks in the arrivals hall.

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

Popular destinations include Thessaloniki city centre (15 km, about 20–25 minutes), the beaches of Halkidiki Peninsula (80–130 km, about 1–2 hours, including areas of Kassandra and Sithonia), and Mount Olympus (115 km, about 1.5 hours). Other popular trips are to Meteora (245 km, about 3 hours), Vergina (75 km, about 1 hour), Pella (50 km, about 45 minutes), and coastal or historical areas such as Kavala with the nearby Philippi Archaeological Site, as well as Edessa Waterfalls and Prespa Lakes. Cross-border travel to countries like Skopje and Sofia is also possible with permission and proper insurance.

You can cancel through your FindYCar account or by contacting customer support. Most bookings allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup. Check your confirmation email for detailed cancellation terms.