Kos car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Kos
The best car rental companies in Kos are Sixt, Hertz, Europcar. Prices start from €28/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 10%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Kos
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€30/day
all-in estimate
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€32/day
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#3
Europcar
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
all-in estimate
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#4
Avis
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€31/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€26/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€33/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€28/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€35/day
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#9
Aegean Rent a Car
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€23/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Kos
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €28 | Opel Corsa | 4 |
| Compact | €34 | VW Golf | 5 |
| SUV | €46 | Dacia Duster | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €60 | VW Touran | 7 |
| Luxury | €85 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Kos
Airport — Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
Kos Island International Airport sits about 24km southwest of Kos Town, roughly a 25-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
Downtown — Kos Town (near the Castle of the Knights)
Downtown desks near the Castle of the Knights and harbor suit travelers who want a car mainly for exploring the island's beaches and villages.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~10% of base rate | KGS airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €10–18/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–9/day | Per extra driver |
| Ferry transport restriction | varies | Most rentals prohibit taking the car off Kos by ferry |
| One-way drop fee | €30–70 | Returning to a different pickup point on the island |
| Refundable deposit | €200–400 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Kos
- Kos Island International Airport (KGS) is about 24km southwest of Kos Town, roughly a 25-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
- Kos Town's Castle of the Knights and ancient Agora are fully walkable, but a car is the easiest way to reach the island's beaches and inland villages.
- The Asklepion, an ancient healing sanctuary linked to Hippocrates, sits about 4km from Kos Town and is a quick, popular drive.
- The mountain village of Zia, known for sunset views, is about a 30-minute drive from Kos Town along winding hill roads.
- Kefalos, at the island's southwestern tip, is roughly a 45-minute drive and gives access to some of the island's quieter beaches.
- Kos uses EUR as Greece's official currency, so no conversion is needed for travelers from the eurozone.
- Ferries connect Kos to Bodrum, Turkey and nearby islands like Kalymnos, but rental cars generally cannot be taken across by ferry.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Kos
Do you need a car in Kos?
Kos Town is walkable, but a car helps for reaching the island's beaches, the Asklepion, and villages like Zia or Kefalos.
How far is Kos Airport from Kos Town?
About 24km, roughly a 25-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
Can I drive from Kos Town to Kefalos?
Yes, it is about a 45-minute drive to the southwestern tip of the island, home to some of its quieter beaches.
Can I take a rental car to Bodrum or other islands by ferry?
Generally no — most rental agreements restrict cars to Kos island only, so check with your company before planning a ferry crossing.
What currency are prices shown in for Kos?
Prices are shown in EUR, Greece's official currency.
Is the village of Zia easy to reach by car?
Yes, it is about a 30-minute drive from Kos Town along winding hill roads, popular for sunset views.
What is the cheapest car type in Kos?
Economy cars like an Opel Corsa start around €28/day. An SUV starts around €46/day.
