Car hire in Santorini (Thira), Greece

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These are the lowest Santorini (Thira) car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Santorini (Thira)?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santorini (Thira). It’s around 22 € per day in November, compared to the yearly average of 45 € per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • 22 €
Yearly avg price45 €

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There are 42 car hire providers in Santorini (Thira). Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Santorini (Thira)

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Santorini (Thira). You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Santorini (Thira)

Centauro
CarQ
Surprice
Green Motion
Goldcar
Exer Rent A Car

What's the most popular car to hire in Santorini (Thira)?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Fiat 500 is the most popular car to hire in Santorini (Thira), with prices starting from 6 € per day. The Toyota Aygo and similar models are also popular drives in Santorini (Thira).
Fiat 500
Fiat 50021% chose this
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo19% chose this
Volkswagen Up!
Volkswagen Up!9% chose this
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda9% chose this
Most popular carFiat 500
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Santorini (Thira)'s cheapest car hire providers

Centauro has the cheapest car hire in Santorini (Thira) right now, with prices from 6 € per day. You'll save an average of 15 € per day when you book with them.
Centaurofrom 6 € per day
Goldcarfrom 20 € per day
IDEA MOBILITYfrom 22 € per day
Surpricefrom 22 € per day
Cheapest providerCentauro
Book with them to save around15 € per day

Hiring a car in Santorini (Thira): Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyCentauro
Most popular carLarge, fullsize SUV
Average daily price273 €
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Santorini (Thira)

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Santorini (Thira) car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Santorini (Thira) that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Santorini (Thira) for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Santorini (Thira) avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Santorini (Thira), look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Santorini (Thira) car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Santorini (Thira) is 273 € per day or 848 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 6 € per day for Small hire from Green Motion. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 70 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 6 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 123 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 9 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 573 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 43 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Santorini (Thira) is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize SUV.
The cheapest car hire companies in Santorini (Thira) are currently IDEA MOBILITY and Surprice.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santorini (Thira) is currently October.
On average, around 848 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Santorini (Thira) is 42 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Santorini (Thira) for a whole month is 2.844 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Santorini (Thira), choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Santorini (Thira) that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Santorini (Thira) offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Santorini (Thira), search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Santorini (Thira) is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Santorini (Thira) is usually around 204 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Santorini (Thira), which is 273 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Santorini (Thira) is 6 € per day with Green Motion for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Santorini (Thira) will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Santorini (Thira). More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 6 € per day. The average price per day is around 70 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Centauro, CarQ and Surprice offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Santorini (Thira), based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Centauro
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 64 €
CarQ
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 26 €
Surprice
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 51 €
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Santorini (Thira), the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 751 € to 2.235 € depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Mercedes GLA-Class — averages 273 € per day in Santorini (Thira). According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Santorini (Thira) right now is 44 € per day with Avis.
Luxury car hire, like the Mercedes GLA-Class, costs an average of 573 € per day in Santorini (Thira). The cheapest price we could find is 43 € per day with Avance.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Fiat Tipo, averages 108 € per day in Santorini (Thira). The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Santorini (Thira) is 8 € per day with Centauro.
Most people hiring a car in Santorini (Thira) book it for 7 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: 273 €
1 week: 848 €
2 weeks: 1.696 €
1 month: 2.844 €
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Santorini (Thira) let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 8 € per day. The good news is that some companies, like CarQ, Avance and Avance Car Rental, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Santorini (Thira).