The best way to rent a car at Santorini Airport through FindYCar

The best way to rent a car at Santorini Airport through FindYCar

To explore this wonderful Greek experience in your own car, all you need to do is:

  1. Choose the right car using our website's quick search.
  2. Book now, add features (if needed), and other details.
  3. Make sure the pickup location is set to Santorini Airport (JTR) and Pay Now. Confirmation of payment takes 20% or 100% of the total.
Location

Location

  • You are free to specify any place you like to pick up your vehicle (This could be a city, airport, or delivery)
  • Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.
Booking

Booking

  • Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
  • Book a car through our website and make the payment online
  • You will receive an e-mail voucher with the rental company’s contacts and pick-up instructions.
Pick-Up

Pick-Up

  • When picking up the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driver’s license, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
  • Sign the rental agreement, pick up the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Rental Santorini Airport: Best of FindYCar

Car Rental Santorini Airport
Car Rental Santorini Airport

JTR delivers travelers to the edge of one of the world's most photographed volcanic calderas, where cliff-hanging villages create postcard-perfect scenes against endless Aegean blue. Visitors touch down with dreams of witnessing legendary sunsets that paint the sky in impossible colors, staying in luxury cave hotels carved from ancient lava, and sipping crisp Assyrtiko wine overlooking the submerged volcano.

Gaining full freedom from the moment you arrive is easy, as renting a car at Santorini Airport removes the need for costly transfers and lets your island adventure begin without delay, putting you in control from the very first minute. With your own vehicle, you’re free to:

  • Drive straight to your accommodation in Clifftop Oia or beachside Kamari within 20-35 minutes of arrival
  • Reach the ancient Akrotiri ruins or dramatic Red Beach without depending on infrequent bus schedules
  • Chase the sunset from multiple viewpoints across the island rather than fighting Oia's crushing crowds.

FindYCar helps you to build the best island trips with some extras on top: no deposit, free cancellation, CDW (and other types) insurance, for cash, no credit card, booster/safety seat, and more.

What’s the price of car hire at Santorini Airport?

Because it’s a top choice for high-end travelers and romantic getaways, this island has some of the highest costs in the country. Average day-by-day pricing for car rental at Santorini Airport includes:

  • Economy cars: €39-€59 per day
  • Mid-range cars: €66-€100 per day
  • SUVs and minivans: €111-€146 per day
  • Luxury cars: €155+ per day

Strategic planning becomes essential on one of Europe's most expensive islands, where every service carries premium pricing. Implement these cost-reduction techniques:

  • Compare the prices before you start your booking
  • Use FindYCar
  • Plan a long-term car rental (at least 4 days)
  • Make your reservation in advance.

Here’s how to compare the prices:

Table of rental prices for popular cars at Santorini Airport by season

Car model Body type Passengers Luggage capacity Price per day (low season) Price per day (high season)
Toyota Aygo Mini / Economy 4 1-2 €27 €45
Hyundai i10 Economy 4 1-2 €30 €48
Fiat 500 Compact 4 2 €34 €55
Volkswagen Polo Compact 5 2-3 €38 €60
Toyota Yaris Compact 5 2-3 €40 €62
Nissan Qashqai SUV 5 4 €55 €88
Hyundai Creta SUV 5 3-4 €60 €95
Peugeot Rifter Minivan 5-7 4-5 €65 €110
BMW 1 Series Premium Hatchback 5 3-4 €85 €140
Mercedes C-Class Luxury Sedan 5 3-4 €100 €160

⚠️ Note:The prices shown are indicative and may vary depending on the pickup location at Santorini Airport, rental company, booking date, insurance options, and rental duration. This table reflects average market rates and does not guarantee availability at the listed prices.

Chart of car rental prices at Santorini Airport: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

According to our statistics on seasonal car rental prices at Santorini Airport, the lowest rates fall in February, March, and December at 13 €, while the most expensive month is August at 34 €. Compared with the yearly average of 18 €, the minimum price of 13 € is 26% lower, and the August price of 34 € is 92% higher.

Our experience shows a clear seasonal pattern. In peak demand months, the gap between the minimum 13 € and the maximum 34 € is 162%, meaning August can cost more than 2.5 times as much as winter. In July, the price of 27 € is already 53% above the average, in September 22 € is 25% above, and June at 18 € is almost at the average level, only 2% higher.

It is important that these prices were collected from verified bookings through our website FindYCar. The calculation includes all vehicle types and all classes, as well as bookings with no deposit and with no credit card. Our result is practical. For savings, it is best to plan your rental for February to March or December, and if your trip is in August, it is worth booking earlier and comparing terms carefully, because the seasonal price jump is the most noticeable then.

14 €
JAN
13 €
FEB
13 €
MAR
14 €
APR
15 €
MAY
18 €
JUN
27 €
JUL
34 €
AUG
22 €
SEP
15 €
OCT
14 €
NOV
13 €
DEC

Renting a car at Santorini Airport: What documents do I need?

Only two documents are generally required to rent a car at Santorini Airport:

  • Passport
  • Driver's license.

Keep in mind that you might sometimes need a credit card or booking voucher.

Traffic Rules

Traffic Rules

The compact size doesn't diminish its traffic challenges - narrow caldera roads, aggressive ATV riders, and inexperienced tourists create constant hazards requiring vigilance. Drive defensively by respecting these critical regulations while taking a car hire at Santorini Airport:

  1. Always drive on the right-hand side of the road.
  2. Speed limits are 50 km/h in populated areas, though tight village streets force much slower actual speeds.
  3. Seatbelts must be fastened by everyone in the vehicle at all times without exception.
  4. Caldera-rim routes between Fira and Oia are extremely narrow - expect to reverse frequently for oncoming traffic.
  5. Blood alcohol limits stand at 0.05% for experienced drivers, 0.02% for newly licensed motorists.
Parking

Parking

For quick stops, short-term parking is located directly across from the terminal at a rate of roughly €2 per hour.

If you’re heading out on a longer excursion, the economy lot is a better value; despite the island's high-end pricing, a week of storage there typically costs between €50 and €65.

Gas Stations

Gas Stations

Fuel pumps are scarce on the island, so it's best to rely on the BP near Fira or the station in Kamari for the most consistent hours.

Expect to pay a premium for fuel - usually between €2.18 and €2.32 per liter - due to the island's remote location.

Toll Roads

Toll Roads

One of the simplest aspects of driving on this island is the lack of charges.

There are no highways, vignettes, or fees to worry about. Whether you are driving from the airport to the cliffs of Oia or down to the Akrotiri ruins.

Santorini International Airport (JTR) on Google Maps

✈️ Address: Santorini (Thira), Greece
📍 Coordinates: 36.3992, 25.4793
🌐 Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=36.3992,25.4793