Thrifty car hire in Athens

There is 1 location at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. The address for this Thrifty car hire centre is Eleftherios Venizelos.

Yes, Thrifty in Athens does offer free cancellations on hire cars. However, we always recommend you give Thrifty a call if you have to make a last-minute cancellation, as sometimes there are fees involved. A list of Thrifty phone numbers can be found here under the Locations tab.

There are 10 car hire locations in Athens that Thrifty owns. Their Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens location happens to be the most popular amongst our users. In the last 12 months, 77% of the users who hired a car from Thrifty in Athens chose to pick up their hire at Eleftherios Venizelos.

Prices for cars in Athens are updated daily.

As of December 2025, there are 235 operators available to choose from for cars in Athens.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Athens. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

To hire a car in Athens, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.