Car Hire at Santorini airport (JTR)

List of car rental agencies that operate within the Santorini airport (JTR)

Car Hire

The offices of the main vehicle rental companies are located on the arrivals level of the terminal.

Since Santorini is a small and very touristic island, it is recommended to book in advance, especially if you are travelling during the high season, to ensure availability and better prices.

Requirements and Documentation to Hire a Car

To hire a car at Santorini Airport, drivers must comply with the following standard requirements, which may vary slightly between rental companies:

Identification Document: Valid Passport or National Identity Card (ID).
Driving Licence: A valid national driving licence. Most companies require the driver to have held a licence for at least 1 year.
International Driving Permit (IDP): Citizens of European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) countries can use their national licence without needing an IDP. For citizens of other countries (including USA, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia), although current Greek law accepts the national licence, rental companies and authorities recommend carrying an IDP (or Official Translation) as a complement to avoid issues in case of an accident or police control.
Minimum Age: A minimum age of 21 is generally required for most vehicle categories. Drivers under 25 years old often must pay a young driver surcharge.
Credit Card: A valid credit card in the name of the main driver for the security deposit hold.

Latest updates: November 05, 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.