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Pick-up at Heraklion Airport (Crete)
The rental desks are in or right outside the arrivals hall of Heraklion; the cars are within walking distance or a short shuttle ride. Bring licence, passport or ID, voucher and a credit card in the main driver's name.
Rental companies at Heraklion Airport (Crete)
Through SunnVio you can choose from 37 rental companies at Heraklion Airport (Crete). 21 of them have their desk at the airport itself; 16 use a shuttle to a nearby office.
| Rental company | Pick-up | Desk opening hours | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
 AlamoDesk in the Arrivals Terminal, Heraklion Airport, Heraklion, 71408 |
In the terminal | Daily 07:30–23:00 | +302810226002 |
 AutoUnionHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
In the terminal | Daily 07:30–21:00 | +306932362176 |
 BudgetHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
In the terminal | Daily 07:00–24:00 | +302810390373 |
 DirentNikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), Iraklio, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 08:00–21:00 | +302810336983 |
 DollarHeraklion Airport, Iraklio, 716 01 |
At the airport / In the terminal | Daily 09:00–20:00 | +302810330452 |
 DriveHeraklion Airport, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 08:00–21:00 | +302810281338 |
 EnterpriseDesk in the Arrivals Terminal, Heraklion Airport, Heraklion, 71408 |
In the terminal | Daily 07:30–23:00 | +302810226002 |
 Exer Rent A CarCar Rental Center - Heraklion Airport 0, Heraklion, 71601 |
At the airport | Daily 07:00–22:00 | +306936867036 |
 Flex to GoHeraklion Int'l Airport N. Kazantzakis (HER), Leof. Ikarou 26, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 07:00–22:00 | +302810245050 |
 Green MotionHeraklion Airport, Heraklion, 71601, Greece |
In the terminal | Daily 08:00–21:00 | +302810344279 |
 HertzHeraklion Airport, Iraklio, 716 01 |
In the terminal | 24 hours a day | +302810330452 |
 MonzaHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 07:00–22:00 | +302810245050 |
 NationalDesk in the Arrivals Terminal, Heraklion Airport, Heraklion, 71408 |
In the terminal | Daily 07:30–23:00 | +302810226002 |
 OK MobilityHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
At the airport | Mon 07:00–23:00 Tue–Sun 07:00–22:00 |
+34971126880 |
 Right CarsHeraklion Int'l Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 07:00–22:00 | +302813015014 |
 Royal RentalsHeraklion International Airport, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 08:00–22:00 | +306972700715 |
 SixtHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
In the terminal | Daily 07:00–24:00 | +302106293500 |
 SKGHeraklion Airport, Airport Parking Area, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 07:59–21:00 | +302821027810 |
 ThriftyHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Crete, Heraklion, 716 01 |
In the terminal | 24 hours a day | +302810330452 |
 Volta4uHeraklion Airport, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 07:30–21:00 | +302810245050 |
 York Car RentalMunicipal Car Parking, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
At the airport | Daily 07:30–22:00 | +302831054105 |
 AbbycarHeraklion Airport, Airport Car Rental Area, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–22:00 | +302122135282 |
 addCarHeraklion International Airport, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–21:00 | +302810300802 |
 AvisHeraklion International Airport, Crete, Heraklion, 71601 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 07:00–24:00 | +302810390373 |
 CarwizAnapafseos & Karaiskaki Corner, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–22:00 | +302810344631 |
 CentauroLeoforos Ikarou 87 N. Alikarnasos, Iraklio, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 07:00–23:00 | +302111985310 |
 EuropcarHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | 24 hours a day | +302111903006 |
 FoxHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | 24 hours a day | +302111903006 |
 GoldCarLeoforos Ikarou 89, Nea Alikarnassos, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | 24 hours a day | +306936841520 |
 Idea MobilityAnapafseos 18, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–23:00 | +302111875552 |
 Keddy by EuropcarHeraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis, Iraklio, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | 24 hours a day | +302111903006 |
 Kings Car RentalLeof. Ikarou 92, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–21:00 | +302661045005 |
 Lets DriveAnapafseos & Karaiskaki Corner, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–22:00 | +302821440937 |
 RoutesAnapafseos 26, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 07:00–22:00 | +302813015014 |
 SurpriceTerpsichoris 13, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Not specified | +302810334097 |
 WheegoHeraklion Int'l Airport N. Kazantzakis (HER), Leof. Ikarou 26, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle (airport grounds) | Daily 07:00–22:00 | +302810245050 |
 Yours Car RentalAnapafseos 18, Nea Alikarnassos, 716 01 |
Shuttle to office | Daily 08:00–23:00 | +302111875552 |
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Popular routes from Heraklion
The palace of Knossos is about 10 km away, resort Chersonissos about 30 km and Rethymnon about 80 km via the northern highway. Elafonisi beach in the south-west is a day trip (approx. 200 km). All roads on Crete are toll-free.
Good to know
The northern highway (VOE) is fine; roads to the south coast are winding and sometimes steep, beautiful, but allow extra time. Don't leave refuelling too late on Sundays: small village pumps may be closed. Follow the signs at beaches and gorges for parking.
Frequently asked questions about car rental at Heraklion Airport (Crete)
Is driving on Crete difficult?
The main roads are good and calm. In the mountains and towards the south coast roads get winding and sometimes narrow; with a compact car and a little patience it is perfectly doable, and the views are the reward.
Can I drive from Heraklion to Chania or Elafonisi?
Yes, all of Crete is freely drivable and toll-free. Chania is about 140 km (2 hours), Elafonisi about 200 km, a full day trip.
May the rental car go on the ferry to Santorini?
No, rental cars are not allowed on ferries without the company's permission. For island hopping, renting per island is nearly always more practical and cheaper, just ask us.
Also read: our tips for renting a car in Greece or see everything about car rental in Greece.
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