Car Rental in Kos

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  • 9.4 top rated · Sixt

A rental car here costs $103 a day on average, about $722 for a week. The most popular car class is Mini, at about $69 a day. Autocandia is the cheapest for a small car, about $36 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • Free shuttle bus: 4 · Meet and greet: 3 · In the terminal: 2 · Outside the terminal: 1
  • Free cancellation: 15 of 15
  • Debit card accepted: 6 of 15
  • Sixt
  • National
  • Alamo
  • Thrifty
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • +9

Where to pick up in Kos

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Kos Airport · 12 km Airport 15 $20 20 min
Kos Port · 8 km City office 2 $56 23 min
Kos Charmylou · 12 km City office 1 $59 34 min
Kos Downtown · 8 km City office 1 $89 24 min

Car rental prices in Kos by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Toyota Aygo, Fiat Panda, Hyundai i10 15 $24 $63
Economy Opel Corsa, Suzuki Swift, Toyota Yaris 15 $57 $68
Compact Dacia Duster, Ford Puma, Hyundai Bayon 13 $69 $87
Intermediate Nissan Qashqai, Volkswagen ID.4, Volvo EX30 5 $90 $115
Station wagon Fiat Tipo Estate, Ford Focus Estate 2 $99
SUV Kia Stonic, BMW X1, Nissan Qashqai 11 $59 $83
5-seat MPV Peugeot 3008, BMW X1, BMW X2 2 $98
7-seat minivan Nissan Evalia, Nissan NV 200, Volkswagen Caddy 3 $148
9-seat van Mercedes Vito Traveliner, Fiat Talento, Hyundai Staria 4 $158
Premium Tesla Model 3 1 $179
Convertible Mini Cooper Convertible, Fiat 500 Convertible 3 $79

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Peugeot 108 rental car in Kos Enterprise

Peugeot 108

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $24/day
Toyota Aygo rental car in Kos National

Toyota Aygo

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $28/day
Citroen C1 rental car in Kos Autocandia

Citroen C1

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $35/day
Suzuki Celerio rental car in Kos Abbycar

Suzuki Celerio

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $41/day
Hyundai i10 rental car in Kos Abbycar

Hyundai i10

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $50/day
Kia Picanto rental car in Kos Dollar

Kia Picanto

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $51/day
Fiat 500 rental car in Kos Hertz

Fiat 500

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $51/day
Fiat Panda rental car in Kos Avis

Fiat Panda

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $56/day

Car rental companies in Kos

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Sixt

Free shuttle bus Daily 08:30–21:30 3 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
9.4
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $27/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.1 Cleanliness 9.5 Service at the rental desk 9.8 Pick-up process 9.6 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $881

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt at Kos Airport
Arrival Hall, Kos, 853 02
+30-2242440109

National

Meet and greet 34 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.2
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $59/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.9 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 9.6 Pick-up process 9.6 Drop-off process 9.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $544

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

National in Kos Charmylou
Airport Roundabout, Antimachia, KOS, 85302
2242307487

Alamo

Meet and greet Daily 08:00–20:59 24 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.0
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $59/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 9.1 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.4

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 102

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo at Kos Airport
Arrivals Terminal, Airport, KOS, 85302
2242440137

Thrifty

In the terminal Daily 08:00–20:59 33 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.9
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $70/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 9.1 Pick-up process 9.5 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $937

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Free additional driver
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Thrifty at Kos Airport
Kos Island International Airport, Airport Desk At Arrivals Hall, Kos, 85300
+30 22421 15395

Enterprise

Daily 08:00–20:59 21 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.9
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $59/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 102

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Kos Airport
Arrivals Terminal, Airport, KOS, 85302
2242440137

Hertz

24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $89/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $699

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz in Kos Downtown
Ethelonton Palaion Polemiston Ko, Lampi, 85300, Kos
+30 22420 28 002

Avis

22 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $56/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 946

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Avis at Kos Port
Town, 12 V.georgiou Str. Walk distance to port, 10min walking distance from port, Kos Island, 85300
+3022420 24272

Budget

Free shuttle bus Daily 07:00–23:59 21 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $57/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $992

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Special discount
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Kos Airport
Airport Isle of Kos, Driver To Be Met At Arrival's Hall, Kos, 85300
0030 2242440116

Europcar

Daily 08:00–21:00 36 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $77/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 9.6 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.5

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 186

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar at Kos Airport
Antimacheia Ippokratis Airport, Airport Road, 50 metres opposite of the arrival exit (left hand side)., Ko Dodekanisa, 85302
306947438471

Dollar

Free shuttle bus Daily 09:00–19:59 14 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $51/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 047

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar at Kos Airport
Shuttle Service Meeting Point, Kos
+30 22420 51400

Auto-Union

Outside the terminal Daily 07:30–20:59 7 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $56/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.5 Service at the rental desk 8.3 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $771

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Free additional driver
  • Special discount

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Auto-Union at Kos Airport
Kos Island International Airport, Office opposite the airport, Kos, 85302
+30 2242023397, +30 6944390314

Abbycar

15 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $50/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.3 Service at the rental desk 8.0 Pick-up process 8.1 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $992

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Abbycar at Kos Airport
Kos Airport, E.O Kos - Kefalou, 853 02, Antimachia, Kos, 85302
(+30) 212 213 5282 (ext 160)

Surprice

Free shuttle bus Daily 08:00–20:59 20 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $20/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.0 Service at the rental desk 8.1 Pick-up process 8.0 Drop-off process 8.5

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $971

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Surprice at Kos Airport
Eparchiaki Odos Kos–Airport, Antimachia Settlement, Municipality of Kos, 85302, Greece, Kos
00306908091473

Green Motion

In the terminal Daily 08:00–20:44 24 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $143/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 7.8 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $222

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat

Office

Green Motion at Kos Airport
Eparxiaki Odos Tigkakiou, Meet and Greet, Kos
+30 2242051649

Autocandia

Meet and greet Daily 07:00–20:59 CDW included Credit card only
from $35/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $771

Policies

  • Pre-purchase
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Autocandia at Kos Airport
Kos Airport, MEET & GREET - Arrival Hall, Kos, 85302
+30 2242022240

Rental conditions in Kos

Based on 15 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $11–$16 a day extra (Abbycar and Sixt). Drivers aged 70 and over pay $11 a day extra.
Debit card Accepted by 6 of 15 suppliers: Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget and Dollar.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 9 of 15 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 14 of 15 suppliers. Limited at Hertz.
Fuel policy Full to full (11 suppliers), Same to same (3 suppliers), Pre-purchase (1 supplier)
Transmission Automatic 35%, manual 65%.
Electric and hybrid Volvo EX30, Volkswagen ID.4 and Volkswagen ID.3, from $175 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 15 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (15 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (15 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (15 suppliers). Deductible: $222–$1 946.
Included in the price Taxes, Airport fee, Breakdown assistance
One-way rental Allowed by 2 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $20–$213.
Free additional driver Thrifty and Auto-Union
Extras Infant seat (15 suppliers), Child seat (14 suppliers), GPS (14 suppliers), Snow chains (11 suppliers), Booster seat (11 suppliers)
Special offers Special discount (9 suppliers), Pre-registration available (7 suppliers), Free additional driver (2 suppliers)

Driving in Greece: drive on the right · 0.05% blood alcohol · 0.02% for new drivers · Tolls on most motorways. Driving rules

Car rental in Kos: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 3 min at Sixt to 36 min at Europcar.

35% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 14 of 15 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $11 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Germany, the UK and Greece. A typical rental lasts 7 days.

Car rental in Kos: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Kos?

Car rental in Kos starts from $24 per day, and the average price is $103 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $309 for a 3-day weekend and $722 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Kos?

These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Kos over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Mini: $69 per day
  • SUV: $97 per day
  • Compact: $100 per day
  • Intermediate: $134 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Kos?

These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Kos over the last 12 months:
  • Thrifty, average price $114 per day
  • Hertz, average price $118 per day
  • Auto-Union, average price $85 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Kos?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Kos are:
  • Sixt: rated 9.4/10 by 1000+ customers
  • Hertz: rated 9.2/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $118 per day
  • National: rated 9.2/10 by 100+ customers
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Kos?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Kos are:
  • Autocandia: about $36 per day
  • Surprice: about $60 per day
  • Auto-Union: about $62 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Kos?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Hertz, Thrifty and Avis
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Sixt, Budget and Dollar
  • Meet and greet, where a company representative meets you and hands over the car: National, Alamo and Autocandia
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Kos and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Kos, one-way rentals are offered by Thrifty, Avis and Budget. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Kos?

The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Kos is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in Kos:
  • Sixt: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 22
  • Alamo: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 22
  • Avis: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Kos with a debit card?

Rental companies in Kos typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Kos: Sixt, Hertz, Thrifty, Avis, Budget and Dollar. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Kos offer unlimited mileage?

10 rental companies in Kos include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Sixt, National and Avis. 5 more, among them Hertz, Alamo and Thrifty, offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Kos?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Kos are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Sixt, Hertz, National, Alamo, Thrifty, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Auto-Union and Green Motion.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Europcar, Abbycar and Surprice.
  • Pre-purchase: you pay for a full tank at pick-up and can return the car empty, but unused fuel is usually not refunded. Offered by Autocandia.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Kos?

Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Kos include Hertz. The cheapest is Hertz, from $112 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Kos?

You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Kos Hertz, Thrifty and Auto-Union include an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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