Car Rental Chania: No Deposit, No Credit Card

To book a car in Chania, select “Chania” as your pickup location, choose your rental dates, click “Search,” compare offers from different rental companies by price and rental terms, select the option that suits you best, and complete your booking online, after which you will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher and pickup details.

Car rental offices in Chania are located at Chania International Airport, in Chania Old Town around the Venetian Harbor, in the newer part of the city including areas such as Platanias and Agioi Apostoloi, as well as along the coastal road toward the beaches, and many hotels and resorts also cooperate with rental companies or can arrange vehicle delivery directly to your accommodation.

To rent a car, you will need a valid driver's license held for at least one year, a passport or ID card, a credit card in the driver's name, and your booking voucher. EU driver's licenses are accepted. Non-EU visitors may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) depending on their country of origin. Some rental companies require drivers to be at least 21-23 years old.

The minimum age to rent a car is usually 21 years old, though many rental companies require drivers to be at least 23-25 years old for certain vehicle categories, particularly larger SUVs, convertibles, and premium cars. Drivers under 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Enter your age during booking to see available options.

Yes, most rental companies offer one-way rentals. You can usually return the car at different locations within Crete (e.g., Chania to Heraklion Airport, Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos) with a one-way fee that varies by distance. One-way rentals are common across Crete. Taking rental cars on ferries to other Greek islands or mainland Greece usually requires special permission and additional fees. Always check policies when booking.

No, there are currently no toll roads in Chania or anywhere on Crete. You can drive freely throughout the island without worrying about toll charges. The New National Road (BOAK) connecting major cities across Crete is free to use, making road trip budgeting straightforward.

Yes, FindYCar offers long-term car rentals in Chania. The most common options are weekly or monthly rentals, which often come with discounted rates compared to daily rentals. Long-term rentals are popular for extended summer holidays, digital nomads enjoying Crete's lifestyle, winter stays (Crete has mild winters), or exploring the island thoroughly at leisure.

Yes, FindYCar offers car rentals in Chania without a deposit. Use the "No deposit" filter when searching for a vehicle. Since these options are limited, especially during peak summer season (July-August), it is recommended to book in advance to secure your preferred vehicle.

Most rental companies in Chania require a credit card in the driver's name for the security deposit. However, FindYCar offers some vehicles that can be booked using a debit card. To find these options, select the "Debit card" filter when searching for a car. Availability may be limited.

Yes, child seats are available with most rental cars in Chania. You can add a child seat (infant seat, toddler seat, or booster seat) when making your booking through FindYCar. The cost is typically €5-10 per day or €30-60 per week. Child seats are mandatory in Greece for children under 12 years old or shorter than 135 cm.

Prices vary by season, car class, and rental length: economy cars around €20-40/day, compact cars €25-50/day, sedans/SUVs €45-95/day, convertibles €60-120/day, and jeeps €50-110/day.

Chania has numerous international and local car rental companies, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt, Enterprise, as well as many reputable local Greek operators like Crete Rental Cars, Auto Union, Justrentals, and others. Companies have offices at Chania Airport, in the city center, and along the coastal tourist strip.

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

Popular driving destinations from Chania include Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa (about 1.5 hours west, known for turquoise waters), Elafonissi Beach (around 1.5 hours southwest), Samaria Gorge (approximately 45 minutes south and one of Europe’s longest gorges), Rethymno Old Town (about 1 hour east), Palace of Knossos (around 2.5 hours east), Chania Old Town and the Venetian Harbor within the city, Agia Triada Monastery (about 30 minutes away), Falassarna Beach (around 1 hour west), Lake Kournas (approximately 30 minutes), Sfakia and the south coast villages (about 1.5 hours), as well as numerous mountain villages in the White Mountains, with Crete’s diverse landscape offering beaches, mountains, gorges, and ancient sites all within easy driving distance.

You can cancel your booking through your FindYCar account or by contacting customer support, and since cancellation policies vary depending on the rental company and booking type, most reservations offer free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, while bookings marked with “Free cancellation” can be canceled at no charge within the specified timeframe, so it is important to check your booking confirmation email for the exact cancellation terms and conditions.