Car hire in
Chania
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Chania car hire with SIXT
We have conveniently located locations in Chania with a range of top vehicles. All our cars are a maximum of three months old for top quality and performance. If you need added extras like sat nav simply add it to the booking. You can cancel any time by choosing to pay on arrival.
Car rental with Sixt in Chania
Our Chania Airport branch is ideally situated opposite the terminal exit and you'll quickly spot our bright orange livery. If you prefer to pick up rental cars closer to town, you'll find us west of Chania city centre near the Agios Marina. Use our handy drop down menu for exact branch locations and opening times. Take your pick from an extensive range of affordable compacts, estates, sports cars and convertibles, or spacious 4x4s. Perhaps you are travelling with business equipment or sports gear. Why not hire a minivan at our airport branch to ensure that you have all the room you need as well as plenty of space for passengers? Once you've made your selection, just make your reservation online. Please be aware that although we always supply your preferred class of vehicle, specific models cannot be guaranteed.
Our Service
We take all needs and budgets into consideration and aim to make car hire in Chania an efficient and enjoyable experience. Our fleet is comprised of economy vehicles that are ideal for zipping around the island as well as luxury cars from top brands like Audi and Mercedes-Benz. If you're planning a family holiday, a 4x4 is the ideal choice or, maybe you'd be interested in one of the spacious minivans which can be hired at our airport branch. If you feel that our premium rental vehicles are beyond your budget just try a quick price comparison check of our different vehicle classes. You'll be pleasantly surprised by how affordable we actually are. Whether you're renting a vehicle for a day, a weekend, a week or longer, you can further personalise it with some of our great optional extras. Crete is a beautiful island that demands to be explored. Adding a Sat Nav when booking online ensures that you always choose the best routes. Or how about an additional driver so that you can sit back and enjoy the scenery from time to time? Other popular extras for Chania include:
- Baby, toddler, or child seats for younger passengers
- Deals for under 25s
- Extra cover like Personal Accident Protection or Collision Damage Waiver
Traffic Information
If you really want to see the best of Crete, including its most beautiful beaches, car hire in Chania is a must. The island's main towns and most popular resorts are all well connected by road, including the A75 Highway which runs along the north-east coast close to Chania. Road signs are in Greek and English and UK visitors should note that Cretans drive on the right. Petrol stations tend to close by around 09:00 p.m. and are located about 30 miles apart on the European Highway (E75).
Sixt Tips
Considered the most beautiful town on Crete, Chania is known for its Venetian and Turkish architecture, its vibrant waterfront restaurants, bars, and cafes, and its glorious 14th century Venetian Harbour. Try the Firka Fortress and Maritime Museum for scenic views of the harbour and the 16th century Venetian Lighthouse. Modified by the Egyptians in 1839, the lighthouse is one of the city's most famous landmarks. Take a short drive to the Venizelos Tombs or spend the day shopping and relaxing. Be sure to visit Skridlof, a street that is entirely devoted to leather products for good quality jackets, handbags, wallets, and belts. The newer part of town is home to the city's university and you'll also find some great indie stores and boutiques.
Sightseeing Destinations
While the city is a joy to explore, you'll find some of the best attractions a little further afield. Samaria Gorge was designated a Greek National Park in 1962 and it is the longest gorge in Europe at 11.18 miles. It's popular with hikers and is home to a protected species of goat as well as hundreds of plants, insects and birds. If you're not the energetic type, head for Agia Roumeli at the end of the gorge for crystal clear, turquoise waters and fabulous scenery.
Distance to Samaria Gorge
- From Chania International Airport: 35 miles, about 1 hour 10 minutes
- From Chania city centre: 25 miles, about 55 minutes
The drive to Falassarna Beach near Kissamos is well worth the effort. One of the island's most beautiful beaches, it is surrounded by olive groves and shrubs. The sugary soft sand extends all the way around the picturesque bay and you can swim in warm, azure waters, top up your tan or linger over lunch in a friendly seafront taverna.
Distance to Falassarna Beach
- From Chania International Airport: 32 miles, about 55 minutes
- From Chania city centre: 31.8 miles, about 53 m
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The Botanical Park Of Crete lies at the foot of the White Mountains and it's one of the island's more recent attractions. Over 20 hectares is filled with fruit trees, herbs, and medicinal plants which thrive in the warm, Mediterranean climate. It's also home to animals, birds and insects and a lone, charred centennial olive that marks the devastating fire of 2003.
Distance to The Botanical Park of Crete
- From Chania International Airport: 22 miles, about 42 minutes
- From Chania city centre: 11.8 miles, about 30 minutes
Business Destinations
Tourism is the biggest industry in Chania but that doesn't mean that the city doesn't its fair share of business travellers. Many of the town's major hotels offer conference and meeting facilities and are within easy reach of our car rental in Chania branches. The Liberty Hotel is just an example with a theatre that can sit up to 70.
Distance to The Liberty Hotel
- From Chania International Airport: 41 miles, about an hour
- From Chania city centre: 40 miles, about an hour
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Good to know when renting in Chania
Do you want to end the booking at a different branch? Use the pick-up and drop-off tool while booking to see availability.
We have a broad choice of handy additional items and services for your booking. Simply select what you need at the end of the booking process.
Whether it’s short-term or long-term hire we can accommodate. If you choose to pay on arrival cancellation is free up until pickup.
Commercial vehicles
We boast a commercial fleet that includes trucks, utes, vans, 4WDs, buses, tippers and mine-spec vehicles.
Auto Club discounts
Exclusive savings and seasonal offers for NRMA, RACV, RACQ, AANT, RAA, RAC and RACT members.
Extras
From a GPS unit to child booster seats, we've got you covered.