Car hires in Heraklion, Crete

In most cases, there is no fee when you cancel your Heraklion car hire. You can check to see whether or not your preferred car hire company in Heraklion offers free cancellation when booking with momondo.

The speed limit in Heraklion is 50 km/h, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Heraklion also has a suburban speed limit of 90 km/h which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a motorway in Heraklion, be aware that the speed limit is generally 130 km/h.

GREEN MOTION is the most popular car hire company in Heraklion that has Fiat 500C hire. Fiat 500C hire in Heraklion is around ₹ 10,978/day when hiring from GREEN MOTION .

If you’re looking for a Heraklion hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of March it’s important to know that the rest of Crete typically has a temperature of 13 °C and will usually expect 81 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Heraklion are refreshed on a daily basis.

There are 163 operators available for cars in Heraklion as of March 2026.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Heraklion. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

To rent a car in Heraklion, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.