Athens Airport is one of the busiest in all of Europe and has two terminals connected underground. The airport is located 20 km east of the city. Opened in 2001, Athens Airport, officially Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, is the most important Greece airport serving over 21 million passengers a year.
At 15.2 million passengers in 2014, the airport serves as a hub for Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, Ryanair and SkyGreece Airlines, as well as a connecting hub for Ellinair and Volotea. Tourists can travel non-stop between ATH and other destinations in Greece, as well as international destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and North America. Ground transportation options at Athens International Airport include taxis, pre-booked limousines, Athens Metro, commuter trains, local and regional buses, and car rental at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
< p class="ql-align-justify">The airport has over 7,160 parking spaces, 1,360 short-term and 5,800 long-term. Short stay areas P1 and P2 are located next to the arrivals halls of the main terminal. Parking is free for 20 minutes. Long stay facilities P3 are connected to the main terminal by a free shuttle and footbridge. A parking space can be reserved in advance directly on the Athens Airport website.
In addition, free parking spaces for motorbikes are available at the arrivals curb in the P1 short-term car park in a designated area. The motorbike entrance to the area inside P1 is located 200 meters before the main parking entrance.
How do I get to Athens city center?
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (the one that handles domestic and international flights) is located in Spat. The distance between Athens Airport and the city center is approximately 30 km. Athens airport is very well served. There are several modes of transport that provide a transfer between the airport and the center Athens, namely:
subway;
taxi;
bus;
private transfer;
car hire at Athens airport
Line metro 3 connects the airport with the city (journey time: 45 minutes, price: 8 euros). Airport station - "Agia Marina - Athens International Airport". Suburban Rail takes you from the airport to Athens Central Station (Larissis Station). In addition, the metro station is located directly at the airport, which is very convenient. The metro operates daily from 5:30 to 23:30. If you land in Athens at night, you will have to choose buses or taxis to get to the city center.
If you don't feel like using public transport to get to the center of Athens, choose a taxi that will take you directly to your hotel. In the arrivals hall, exit 3, taxis are available for passengers. The fare to Athens and its suburbs varies from 38 to 54 euros. You will reach the city center in about 42 minutes. If you land at night, the journey between the airport and the city center will be much faster.
Four bus routes run between the airport and Athens city center (journey time: 65 minutes, price: 6 euros) and Piraeus (journey time: 90 minutes, price: 5 euros), around the clock. All buses leave from the departure terminal, between gates 4 and 5. There are express buses (yellow and blue) that also provide transfers between the airport and the city centre. The bus operates around the clock.
By renting a car at Athens Airport, you can drive to the city center (Military Museum) in comfort. To get to this museum, you need to follow the following route. Leaving the airport head southwest on Attiki Odos. Continue in one of the two right hand lanes and take exit K2 (this is a toll road). Then take exit 16k at Imittos Ring and merge onto Periferiaki Imittou. Drive in one of the two right hand lanes and take exit Y1 towards Athina-Center.
Then exit to Leof. Alimou Katechaki and continue on Leof. Panagioti Kanellopoulou. Turn left onto Leof. Mesogeion and continue on Fidippidou and then make a gentle turn onto Leof. Vasilissis Sofias (you will see the museum on the left).
How can I find the car rental office at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport?
Once you arrive at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, collect your luggage and go through all the necessary check-in procedures, follow "Car rental" signs. There are several car rental companies at the airport. Most of their racks are concentrated in one place.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Avis
Most popular car class
Mini
Average price
34 € / Day
Best price
24 € / Day
How the price changes depending on the month
January
€155
February
€121
March
€110
April
€138
May
€198
June
€241
July
€372
August
€299
September
€124
October
€67
November
€226
December
€162
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
The best month to rent a car in Athens airport is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €19. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Athens airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €19, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
Convertible cars in Athens airport are in high demand during the summer. This is not surprising. After all, a trip on such a car gives a feeling of freedom and independence, allows you to relax and forget about the problems of the world around you. Although you should be prepared for an increase in rental prices and possible problems with the range of available cars. If we talk about the price BMW 2 Series Cabrio - it will be from €67 per 1 day.
In Athens airport you can choose from over 40 models of different car classes and for any budget. We provide only new cars with low mileage. You can easily choose a familiar car, and we guarantee its safety and perfect technical condition.
When calculating the rental price for a car in Athens airport, seasonal demand, the class of the car itself and the duration of the rental are taken into account. In winter, renting a car is the cheapest. In the summer, rent will cost more expensive. An additional discount for long-term rentals is provided by many car rental companies, which makes your trip even more profitable for the budget. For example, in the spring months, the compact Ford Fiestamodel can be rented for just €19 per day. Renting the same car for a week will cost less and will be only €18. The situation is similar with other models of the budget segment. Among them are VW Jetta, Fiat Tipo Estate, Toyota Rav-4, which can be rented for as little as €29-€29 per day. Approximately for €67in Athens airport you can rent a convertible car. Premium segment models are more expensive, the rental will cost from €210 per day. If we talk about exclusive models, then when ordering them, you should be prepared for an amount of 450€ or more for daily use.
In recent years in Athens airport the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent KIA E-Niro in Athens airport by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.
List of required documents
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Car rental tips in Athens airport
Download Google maps for offline access
All modern smartphones have a GPS function. You can save on the "Navigator" service and roaming charges for the Internet if you download maps in the Google Maps application in advance. Offline maps also support route building and navigation. To download a map - open the area you need by controlling the scale, and enter "ok maps" in the search.
Book a car in advance
Athens airport is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Athens airport. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.
Which car to choose
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Ford Ka or Ford Fiesta. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Fiat Tipo Estate in Athens airport will cost €33 per day.
What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance recommendations
Rental companies in Athens airport may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Fuel Policy
For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:
If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Unlimited mileage
The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Athens airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
Which rental company to choose
Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.
Our clients name the top companies in Athens airport - EUROPCAR with an average rating 9.9 points and SIXT with 9 points.
We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.
Getting a car at a rental office
Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.
Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.
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