Car Rental Athens Airport Without Credit Card
Many rental companies at Athens Airport require a credit card for deposit and insurance. However, there are also options available where you can rent a car at Athens Airport without a credit card.
These offers usually include full insurance and zero excess, making them a flexible and popular choice for travellers.
Cheap Car Rental at Athens Airport (ATH)
Finding a cheap car rental at Athens Airport is not just about the lowest price. The total cost depends on insurance, deposit requirements, and rental conditions.
By comparing car rental companies, you can find the best deal based on both price and conditions, especially for no deposit or no credit card rentals.
Car rental at Athens Airport
Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) is located about 33 km east of the city centre and is well connected to Athens and the wider region via the Attiki Odos motorway. Picking up your car directly at the airport is the most convenient option if you plan to explore mainland Greece or drive into the city at your own pace.
From the airport you can reach central Athens in about 30 minutes, or head directly towards the Athens Riviera, Cape Sounion or the Peloponnese without passing through the city centre at all.
Prefer to pick up your car in the city? See car rental in Athens or explore all options for car rental in Greece to compare prices and rental conditions.
Picking up your rental car at Athens Airport
About Athens Airport (ATH)
Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (IATA: ATH) is Greece’s largest airport and the main hub for flights into the country. The airport operates from a single integrated terminal with a main building and two piers. Car rental desks are located in the arrivals hall on the ground floor, and vehicle collection takes place in the dedicated rental car area directly outside the terminal. The airport is modern, well signposted and straightforward to navigate upon arrival.
Getting on the road from Athens Airport
The airport is located approximately 35 km east of Athens city centre, near the town of Spata. From the rental car exit, the Attiki Odos ring road provides fast access to all major directions. For the city centre, follow signs for Athens via the Attiki Odos westbound. For the Peloponnese, take the Attiki Odos to the A8 motorway toward Corinth. For Cape Sounion and the southern Attica coast, follow the signs for Lavrio and the coastal route southbound. Note that the Attiki Odos is a tolled motorway, so keep small change or a card available at the toll booths.
Why pick up at the airport rather than in the city
For most visitors to Greece, picking up at Athens Airport is the most practical option. The airport’s location on the eastern edge of the city means you can bypass Athens entirely and head straight toward your destination. This is particularly useful if you are travelling to the Peloponnese, central Greece or a ferry port. If you plan to spend time in Athens first and collect your car before leaving the city, see car rental in Athens for city pickup options.
Car rental price at Athens Airport
The table below shows the lowest all-inclusive weekly rate for renting a car at Athens Airport, with full insurance and zero excess included. What you actually pay depends on the supplier, availability and how far ahead you book. Check the current price in the search above.
| Car type | From, 7 days |
|---|---|
| Small car (economy) | from €163 |
| Mid-size car | from €225 |
| Large car / SUV | from €387 |
Measured at 23 airports in September 2026, for a 7-day rental starting 10–17 October 2026. All-inclusive, zero excess, no credit card required. Prices vary by supplier, availability and how far ahead you book.
These prices typically include full insurance and zero excess when booking an all-inclusive rental. Prices can vary significantly between providers. If you want to avoid hidden costs, it’s worth taking a moment to compare car rental companies and rental conditions before booking. At MarSoleil, you can also find options without a credit card and no deposit.
