Search cars in Malia, compare total prices and check the deposit, payment and insurance conditions before you book.
You can compare live car-rental offers for Malia with supplier-specific options such as no deposit, no credit card, automatic transmission and different protection levels. The live offer controls availability and conditions.
From Malia, a car lets you reach Stalis, Hersonissos and Knossos Palace at your own pace, without depending on timetables.
The nearest main airport is Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis”, about 35 km away. Search for pickup in Malia, or choose an airport pickup and compare cars, deposit and payment conditions before you book.
Examples of popular cars with their typical seats, luggage space and transmission. The car you receive is the model shown “or similar”; the live search lists what is available for your dates.
Mini car
Mini car
Economy car
Economy car
SUV
Vanor similar · seating varies by offer
from €14 per day
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Convertibleor similar
from €14 per day
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Premium carFrom €2/day is an indicative low-season starting rate for selected Greece offers, not a live quote.
Choose your dates and pickup point in Malia, then browse the cars available.
Use the filters for no deposit, no credit card, transmission and more. Compare each car’s total price and conditions.
Reserve online. Some offers ask for a small advance payment; the balance and any deposit follow the terms of your offer.
Keep your voucher and the supplier’s meeting instructions. Bring your licence, ID or passport and the payment method named in your booking.
Availability of each option depends on the selected offer. Always read the conditions before you pay.
Compare categories by seats, luggage space, transmission and the roads on your route.
Easy to park in towns and villages. A good match for couples and short drives.
A balance of space and running costs for two to four people.
More space and a higher seating position for longer or mixed roads.
Seven or more seats for larger groups and family luggage.
Open-air driving on coastal roads in the warmer months.
More comfort and power for longer journeys.
Prices follow the season: lowest in winter and spring, highest in July and August. Use these figures to plan your budget and choose the best month for your trip.
| Month | Mini car | Economy car | SUV | Van | Convertible | Premium car |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | €10 | €14 | €28 | €34 | €30 | €45 |
| February | €10 | €14 | €28 | €34 | €30 | €45 |
| March | €12 | €16 | €30 | €36 | €34 | €48 |
| April | €16 | €22 | €38 | €46 | €44 | €60 |
| May | €22 | €30 | €50 | €60 | €58 | €78 |
| June | €30 | €40 | €62 | €76 | €72 | €96 |
| July | €40 | €52 | €78 | €96 | €90 | €120 |
| August | €46 | €58 | €88 | €108 | €100 | €132 |
| September | €28 | €36 | €56 | €68 | €64 | €88 |
| October | €18 | €24 | €40 | €48 | €46 | €62 |
| November | €12 | €16 | €30 | €36 | €32 | €48 |
| December | €12 | €16 | €30 | €36 | €32 | €48 |
Indicative rounded planning prices in euros per day, based on typical offers. They are not a booking offer: exact rates change with dates, availability, pickup point and conditions. The live search shows the price for your trip.
Rental prices in Greece change with the season, the type of car and how early you book. The live search shows the total for your dates.
| Season | Months | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Low season | November – March | Lowest prices and the widest choice. Some suppliers keep shorter opening hours. |
| Shoulder season | April – June and September – October | Good weather and mid-range prices. Book ahead for Easter and holiday weeks. |
| High season | July – August | Highest demand and prices. Book early, especially automatics and family cars. |
From €2/day is an indicative low-season starting rate for selected Greece offers, not a live quote.
A valid licence that meets the supplier’s age and licence-holding rules. Some licences also need an International Driving Permit.
Bring the passport or national ID you used for the booking.
Use the method named in your booking. A card in the driver’s name may be required for the deposit.
Keep it on your phone or printed, with the supplier’s meeting instructions.
Town-centre parking is often paid or limited. Look for signed car parks outside historic centres and check for restrictions.
Fuel stations are common on main roads. On small islands and mountain routes they can be far apart and close early, so fill up before long drives.
Toll roads are rare on the Greek islands. Check the signs on your route.
Approximate distances and drive times. Check the live route before you set off.
| Place | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| StalisResort | ≈ 3 km | 5 min |
| HersonissosResort | ≈ 10 km | 15 min |
| Knossos PalaceArchaeological site | ≈ 40 km | 40 min |
| Agios NikolaosTown | ≈ 45 km | 45 min |
| Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis”Airport | ≈ 35 km | 35 min |
Address: Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis”, Heraklion, Crete 716 01, Greece
Coordinates: 35.3397, 25.1803
Open in Google MapsAirport details are shown as pickup and return reference points. The exact handover point for your car is confirmed in your booking voucher.
Clear answers for a smoother start. Always check the terms of the car you choose.
All rental questionsThe nearest main airport is Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis”. The drive to Malia is about 35 km and takes roughly 35 min. Check the live route before you set off.
Pickup options depend on the offer. Airport, city, hotel or port delivery may appear in the live search. Check the exact meeting point in your voucher.
Selected offers may have a zero security deposit. Use the no-deposit filter and read the car’s terms. A paid protection option may be required. A zero deposit does not automatically remove every liability or mean no advance payment.
Some rental companies accept another payment method. Use the no-credit-card filter and check the accepted method for the booking payment, the balance and any deposit. These can be different.
No. Included protection and optional upgrades vary. Review the excess, covered events and exclusions. A description such as full coverage does not mean every incident or use of the car is covered.
Enter your expected arrival time and check the supplier’s hours, out-of-hours fees and flight-delay procedure. Use the contact and instructions on your booking voucher if your plans change.
Check the extras offered for the selected car and confirm a seat suitable for the child’s age and size. Review availability, any charge and fitting arrangements before travel.
Get written permission from the rental company before making a ferry booking. Check whether the route is allowed and whether protection applies during transport and on the destination island.
Search your Malia dates and apply the no-deposit filter. Verify a zero security deposit in the selected car’s conditions. Any paid options and advance rental payment are separate amounts.
Use the no-credit-card filter and check the accepted methods for the advance payment, balance and deposit. Debit-card or cash acceptance depends on the individual offer.
Check the selected car’s protection and any option that reduces the excess to zero. Review covered damage, exclusions and the total cost. This is not a universal condition for every car.
Bring your driving licence, a passport or national ID card, the payment method named in your booking and your booking voucher. The supplier may ask for more, so check your offer before you travel.
Licences issued in EU and EEA countries are accepted in Greece. Drivers with a licence from another country may need an International Driving Permit with their national licence. Check the current requirements for your licence and confirm them with the supplier.
Many suppliers set a minimum age of about 21 and require the licence to have been held for at least a year. Young-driver fees and higher age limits for some categories can apply. The offer shows the rules for each car.
Many offers include unlimited mileage, but not all of them. The allowance is shown in the offer’s conditions, so check it before choosing a car for a long trip.
Additional drivers can usually be added as an option. Each driver must meet the supplier’s requirements and be named in the rental agreement. Check any fee in the offer.
Some offers allow a different return location. Choose it when you search, because a one-way fee may apply. Check the price and opening hours at both locations.
Cancellation and change rules depend on the selected offer. Some offers include free cancellation until a set time. Check the cancellation terms in your offer and on your voucher.