Car Hire at Athens airport (ATH)

List of car rental agencies that operate within the Athens airport (ATH)

The car rental companies with offices at Athens Airport are located on the Arrivals Level of the Main Terminal, just after the Customs Area and before Exit 4.

Car Rental Companies

The agencies operating inside the airport are:

Vehicle Rental Requirements

To complete the rental agreement and collect the vehicle at Athens Airport, you must meet the following general requirements:

Hold a valid driving licence. For citizens of the European Union, the national licence is sufficient. For other countries, it is recommended to have an International Driving Permit (IDP) along with the national licence.
Present a credit card (not debit) in the name of the main driver, which will be used for the security deposit and any additional charges.
Meet the minimum age requirement, which is generally 21 years old, although some vehicle categories may require a minimum age of 23 or 25. Drivers under 25 years of age are often subject to a young driver surcharge.
Provide a valid identity document or passport.

It is advisable to review the specific terms and conditions of the selected rental agency before booking.

Latest updates: November 01, 2025

5 tips for renting a car abroad

What to consider:

Certify that you have a valid driver's license to drive in the destination country. If you are a foreigner, check if you need to validate your license in your country of origin. It should be noted that the International permit is NOT valid by itself, it must always be accompanied by the National Driver's License.

Documentation and vehicle insurance required according to current traffic regulations.

Take into account the traffic rules that currently apply in the destination country. Maximum speeds allowed on highways, avenues and streets, priorities of passage at intersections without traffic lights, tolerance of allowed blood alcohol, etc.

Direction of movement and the way in which cars should be driven on the streets. If the side where the steering wheel is located in the cars of your country matches the vehicles in the destination country.