Car Hire Heraklion Airport (HER)

Compare Top Car Hire Companies for Heraklion Airport

  • Sixt Sixt
  • EuropCar EuropCar
  • Alamo Alamo
  • Avis Avis
  • Budget Budget
  • Firefly Firefly
  • Enterprise Enterprise
  • Surprice Car Rental Surprice Car Rental
  • Green motion Green motion
  • Autounion Autounion

Why book Heraklion Airport car hire with VIP Cars?

All Inclusive Pricing

Hire a car at Heraklion Airport with pricing inclusive of CDW, Theft Waiver & Unlimited Mileage.

Trusted Car Hire Companies

Leading car hire suppliers at Heraklion Airport - Sixt, EuropCar, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Firefly, Enterprise, Surprice Car Rental, Green motion, Autounion

Lowest Prices Guaranteed

Huge savings on Heraklion Airport Car Hire Deals

No Cancellation Fee

VIP Cars offers free cancellation for car hire at Heraklion Airport

Secure Online Booking

Reserve a car for Heraklion Airport through a secure booking platform

Widest Fleet of Cars

Choose from Economy, Minivan, SUV & Luxury car hire deals for Heraklion Airport

Find Cheap Car Rental Deals at Heraklion Airport

Mini

Citroen C1 or similar

  • 4
  • 2
  • 5
Citroen C1

USD 3.17/day

Economy

Suzuki Alto or similar

  • 4
  • 2
  • 3
Suzuki Alto

USD 3.45/day

Compact

Fiat Punto or similar

  • 5
  • 2
  • 3
Fiat Punto

USD 5.13/day

SUV

Kia Stonic or similar

  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
Kia Stonic

USD 8.8/day

Standard/Intermediate

Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4-5
Toyota Corolla Sedan

USD 14.16/day

Prices are on per day basis and are subject to change without notice.

Best Car Rental Companies at Heraklion Airport

Car and Go

7.0 Very Good 500++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 7.2
Car Condition 7.4
Value for Money 7.2
Locating Supplier’s desk 6.8
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 6.8
Royal Rentals

9.2 Very Good 500++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.6
Car Condition 9.0
Value for Money 9.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 8.8
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.4
Alma Car Hire

8.2 Very Good 500++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.0
Car Condition 7.2
Value for Money 8.2
Locating Supplier’s desk 7.6
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.0
Acarent

8.6 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.2
Car Condition 8.6
Value for Money 8.2
Locating Supplier’s desk 8.4
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 8.8
CarQ Rent A Car

9.0 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.2
Car Condition 8.8
Value for Money 8.8
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.0
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.4
Sterling Rentals

8.8 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.4
Car Condition 8.2
Value for Money 8.6
Locating Supplier’s desk 8.4
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.0

Cheap Car Rental at Heraklion International Airport (HER)

Book a cheap Heraklion Airport rental car through VIP Cars for your visit to Crete, Greece, and make your journey more comfortable & hassle-free. Through this platform, we offer the best rental deals from leading companies for HER Airport. Within the comfort of your rental vehicle, you can roam around Crete, which opens up an endless number of possibilities for uncovering some of the city’s best highlights, including rich culture, archaeological and historic sites, and above all mouth-watering cuisine.

Being the largest and most populous island in Greece, Crete naturally gets enormous attention from tourists all across the world and the hype around this Greek island is there for the right reasons. From splendid beaches and majestic towns/villages to captivating landscapes and so much more, Crete has pretty much everything that can make you stay here longer than anticipated. No matter what you choose to do, where you decide to go, or how many days you choose to stay here, we will be here to provide you with the most affordable mobility solutions to help you get around the island at your leisure time and pace.

Heraklion Airport Car Rental Center

Some suppliers like Sixt, Alamo, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, and Hertz have their rental desks in the Arrivals Hall of Heraklion Airport’s terminal building, with the cars parked at a short distance. Other companies like Europcar, Centauro, Exer, Surprice, etc., are located off-site and therefore, provide free shuttle service to help transfer you to their office. The complete address and other instructions regarding the rental location will be duly mentioned in your Rental Confirmation Voucher.

Heraklion Airport Car Rental Return

Follow the signposts to the 'Car Rental’ area as you approach Heraklion Airport. Park the car at the designated car park area and complete the return formalities. If you had picked up the car at the airport itself, the return location would remain the same.

For after-hour returns drop the car keys and contract in the 'Drop-Box’. Check for your belongings before dropping off the car.

Car Hire Categories Available at Heraklion Airport

Always choose what works best for you, and with us, you get a huge variety to choose from. Ranging from economy to luxury, VIP Cars serves both business and leisure travelers, offering them vehicles in different sizes with varied specifications in terms of fuel type, transmission, and more. Based on your requirements, you can select and book any category you want at the cheapest price.

Whether going solo, with family, or planning to take your whole group, you can count on us to provide you with the most reliable and budget-friendly choice of cars.

An Overview of Heraklion International Airport

Address: Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), Iraklio, Crete, 716 01, Greece
IATA Code: HER

Heraklion International Airport, also known as "Nikos Kazantzakis" is the main airport located in the province of Crete, Greece. The airport is located 4-5 km from the central portion of Heraklion and is also one of the busiest airports in Greece. Featuring a single terminal building and two runways, HER holds the capacity to handle millions of passenger annually while catering to their basic needs in the most efficient way by offering various types of services on-premises. It is served by a multitude of airlines, including Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa, Vueling, Ryanair, and many more, offering seasonal and regular flights to several destinations.

Passenger Facilities at Heraklion Airport

  • ATMs & currency exchange
  • Duty-free shops
  • Cafes & restaurants
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Payphones
  • Luggage storage service

Useful Information & Tips to Rent a Car at Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Make reservations well in advance to avail discounted prices for car rental at Heraklion Airport. The earlier you make a booking the cheaper it will cost you to hire a car at the airport.
  • Based upon your requirement, choose among a variety of Heraklion Airport car rental deal types, such as short-term (one day/daily/24 hours, weekend, weekly), long-term (monthly - up to 6 months and more), and one-way (different drop-off location), to secure a better and cheaper offer.
  • A credit card in the main driver’s name will be required at the rental desk to pay the security deposit. You can check the amount for the security deposit in the 'Rental Terms’ on our search result page.
  • The renter must be at least 19 years old to become eligible for renting a car at HER Airport. Note that the minimum age requirement will vary from supplier to supplier and drivers under 25 might also have to pay an additional Young Driver Surcharge. Young drivers might also be unable to hire certain vehicle groups.
  • To ensure a successful vehicle pick-up at Heraklion Airport, make it a point to bring your Rental Confirmation Voucher along with all the documents specified in it, including a full & valid driver’s license and a valid ID card or passport. If your domestic DL is printed in non-Latin alphabets, accompany it with an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Frequently Asked Questions

Car rental prices at Heraklion Airport start from USD 3.17/day. To check the price of your desired car category, search for the preferred location on VIPCars’ search page.

Sixt, EuropCar, Alamo, Avis, Budget are some of the most popular suppliers at Heraklion Airport.

Yes, you can rent a car for a month or longer at Heraklion Airport through VIPCars. We work with multiple suppliers to offer flexible long-term car rental deals for various durations, whether you need it for 1 month, 2 months, 3-6 months, or even longer.

During car rental pickup at Heraklion Airport, you will have to provide the following documents:

  1. Identity proof, preferably a Passport or National ID card
  2. Valid and complete Driver’s License (DL)
  3. International Driving Permit (IDP) if your DL is not printed in Roman alphabet
  4. Credit Card under the main driver’s name
  5. Rental Booking Confirmation Voucher

Some suppliers may have additional requirements, so check the Rental Terms or Confirmation Voucher carefully.

A majority of suppliers at Heraklion Airport require a credit card to hold a refundable security deposit as a form of financial security. In addition, the card must belong to the main driver. Without the deposit, the supplier may refuse to release the vehicle, so make sure to carry an active card along.

Yes, last minute car rental deals are available at Heraklion Airport. You can search for the available options using VIP Cars’ booking engine. Compare them and book the most suitable option for your trip.

Most rental car returns at Heraklion Airport are located in the designated Car Rental Return area, usually near the airport’s parking or terminal complex. Follow the “Car Rental Return” or “Rental Car Drop-Off” signs as you approach the airport. Refer to your booking voucher for the exact return address and contact details.

Yes, VIP Cars offer one way car rental deals from Heraklion Airport where you can pick up and drop off at different locations. In the search form, click on the ‘Different Drop-off Location’ button to choose your preferred return location.

Car Hire Locations Near Heraklion Airport