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Karpathos is in size the second largest island of the Dodecanese after Rhodes, and there are really so many things to do and see. Renting a car is the best choice to have maximum autonomy and freedom, and especially not to be forced to plan your day according to public transport timetables (mainly buses), which are often infrequent and inconsistent throughout the day.
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The prices of car rental at the at the airport of Karpathos varies depending on the time of year. This graph shows the average prices in the various months to help you find out which is the best period to rent a low cost car.
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Renting a car in Karpathos will also give you the opportunity to stay wherever you want on the island, perhaps even a little further away from the coast or the seafront, or even outside the town if you prefer absolute silence and the singing of cicadas to the noise of people and cars at night.
Landing at Karpathos Airport there are several car rental companies located directly inside the arrivals area, but even if you only feel like discovering the island on the road during your holiday, there are numerous branches in Pigadia or elsewhere on the island that will allow you to rent a car.
Renting a car in Karpathos is one of the best ways to explore the island on your own, to reach the most beautiful beaches and the most characteristic villages without having to rely on public transport. The vast majority of tourists reach Karpathos by plane, so it is only natural to rent a car at the airport and book it in advance online, so that you have more choice and get the lowest prices.
As soon as you step off the plane and walk through the door of the arrivals area, you will find the offices of the major car rental companies: Avis, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty as well as numerous smaller companies will be there waiting for you with their best rental cars.
Pay attention to your flight schedule though: plan in advance with the company your estimated time of arrival, in case the offices are closed (because you land too early or too late) you will be able to arrange a meeting point to pick up your car or to drop it off at the end of your stay. Finally, remember to contact the rental company in good time in case of delays, strikes or cancellations to avoid paying penalties or expensive surcharges.
Another reason why it is convenient to rent a car directly at Karpathos airport is that you don’t have to worry about spending money on a taxi or looking for a bus to reach your final destination once you land: just get in the car, start the navigator and you’re done. One tip is always to actually think that you have a car in tow, so book hotels or flats with free parking, or located close to areas where parking is easy, you’ll take a lot of stress off your shoulders with minimal effort.
For rules, limits and advice on driving a car in Karpathos, see the Driving in Greece page.
The airport is located at the southernmost tip of the island, so a Karpathos road trip by car could involve a counter-clockwise loop, starting east towards Lakki and Pigadia, then driving up the east coast of the island to discover its wild beaches until you reach the small port of Diafani.
From there, it is possible to cut across the island longitudinally, passing through the beautiful village of Olympos to the west coast, which is more exposed to the winds, and then back down to Kato Lefkos, Finiki and Arkasa, ending the journey directly at the airport. Of course, this driving itinerary may include several overnight stays along the way, perhaps in more secluded and quiet accommodation, where you can breathe in the real atmosphere of Karpathos away from the tourist centres. It will be an unforgettable, fun and even cheap experience.
Here are some quick answers to the most common doubts about car rental in Karpathos.
To reserve a car in Karpathos a credit card or debit card is sufficient. However, when you go to collect the car, you will need:
The car rental companies in Karpathos allow to rent a car to all those who are between 21 and 70 years old. However, there is an additional cost for under 25 and for those over 70.
A car rental in Karpathos always includes:
Any extras or additional insurance coverage are separate.
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