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4.3
Our customers love us
4.3 stars from 929 reviews in Crete.
Easy pickup and returns
Our 3 locations in SIXT Crete make renting a car hassle-free.
More flexibility
Change or cancel bookings at no extra cost at most of our locations worldwide.

Our top branches in Crete

4.2
Crete Heraklion Airport
Kazantzakis Airport
Heraklion
Greece
4.5
Crete Chania Airport
Arrival Hall
Chania
Greece
4.4
Crete Heraklion Port
Port Passenger Station
Heraklion
Greece

Our services at Crete

Crete Car Rental from SIXT

Explore the island of Crete in a premium car from SIXT. Our Crete car rental locations offer a variety of vehicle options from top carmakers, like passenger vans for group travel at affordable rates. You can also book a convertible and drive to some of Crete's most popular beaches such as Balos, Vai and Matala Beach. We have several convenient locations throughout Crete including Heraklion Airport and Chania Airport.

SIXT services in Crete

Rent a car in Crete with SIXT and enjoy an array of amenities including GPS and child seats, and options like 24-hour car return. Our fleet includes luxury vehicles, convertibles, vans and SUVs for stylish transportation around this Greek island. All of SIXT's cars are new, on average just three months old. Book a weekend rental for a getaway to Elafonissi beach or a one-day rental to get around the city of Heraklion.

Best places to visit in Crete

  • Rethymno Old Town: This seaside town has lots of ancient architecture, quaint shops and restaurants that serve traditional Greek cuisine. It is a beautiful city with narrow streets, a port and a lighthouse. When the weather permits, you can go hiking on Mount Ida, the highest mountain in Crete.
  • Chania: There are several waterfront restaurants in the city of Chania. You can also tour several museums in this town including the Greek National Football Museum, the Archaeological Museum of Chania, and the Maritime Museum of Crete.
  • Agios Nikolaos: Agios Nikolaos is a port town in Crete. During your stay in this city, you can relax on the beach or visit an olive farm or winery. You can also delve into history with a visit to Europa-Stature or the Moni Faneromenis.

Winter in Crete

Winters in Crete are rather mild and there is not a lot of snow. However, you can rent an all-wheel-drive vehicle and drive to the mountains to enjoy outdoor activities like skiing or winter hiking. You can also tour historical sites and attractions such as the Knossos Archaeological Site, the Historical Museum of Crete and the Folklore Museum of Chania.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.3
4.328916
Based on 929 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.6
Vehicle return
4.5
At the SIXT branch
4.5
Vehicle handover
Matthieu B.
5.0
Very satisfied by the professionalism and service done by Despina. She did a perfect job! I recommend Sixt Port Heraklion. Thanks
Hye-jin Gina S.
5.0
Professional and kind customer services! I will definitely use SIXT again when I come back to Heraklion
Aeriel S.
4.0
There is only one woman working here currently, so it took over an hour to get through the line and receive my car. But she was very friendly and helpful. You do have to go find your own car in the parking lot as well. The car I was given was very nice and safe, and I felt like I paid an excellent daily rate for the quality of car. The drop off at the airport was extremely quick and easy. Overall, I was very happy and would rent from here again.

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Crete. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Crete

One-way car rental in Crete

It is possible to rent a car from SIXT one way between stations on Crete. It is not allowed to rent between stations on the Greek islands and the mainland.

Documents you need to rent a car in Crete

You will need a valid driver’s license, plus an ID or passport. Those with licenses from outside the EU will also need an international driving permit.

Car rental under 25 in Crete

The minimum age for SIXT car rental in Greece is 21, with a driver’s license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher age requirement, and an underage driver fee applies to those under 23.

To rent a car with SIXT in Crete you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.