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Finding a car rental in Mykonos is easy with Road Genius. Compare prices from dozens of brands around Greece with no booking fees. Pick up your rental car at Mykonos Airport (JMK), the New Port or in Mykonos Town and choose compact or automatic options that suit the island’s narrow roads. For July and August, book early to secure better rates and availability.
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| Mykonos Airport (JMK) |
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| New Port (Tourlos) |
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| Mykonos Town |
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Rental Provider Options: Major companies at JMK Airport include Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty, Alamo, National, Enterprise and Budget. Local companies like Avance, MotorPlan and Kosmos are available in Mykonos Town.
On average, car rentals in Mykonos cost around €34 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from €13 per day.
Compare pickup spots: Check total cost for Airport, New Port and Town, including any transfer costs. Airport has the most choice, Town can be pricier for short rentals.
Book early for peak months: For June to September, especially July-August and automatics, book 3-4 months ahead. In shoulder season, compare prices closer to your dates.
Rent only for the days you’ll explore: Mix a car for 2-3 days with buses or water taxis for Mykonos Town and major beaches.
Go small, and manual if you can: Compact cars are cheaper, sip less fuel and fit Mykonos parking better. Manuals are more available and often lower priced.
Use free or cheaper parking: In Mykonos Town try the Old Port lot and arrive before 7 pm. Prefer white lines over blue paid zones and avoid yellow to skip fines.
Drive smart to save fuel: Cluster beach stops into one loop and avoid sunset traffic near Psarou and Paraga.
Parking in Mykonos requires planning, especially in busy areas:
Mykonos Town Parking:
Windmills/Fabrika Area: Limited spaces on south end near windmills and Fabrika bus station
Both areas require 5-10 minute walk to central town
Beach Parking:
Ornos/Platis Gialos: Limited street spaces; arrive early
Elia Beach: Decent-sized lot that usually has space
Parking Rules:
Local Driving Rules:
Get a rental to drive to:
Armenistis Lighthouse – viewpoint
Ano Mera – monastery
Elia Beach – beach
Ornos – beach clubs
Psarou – beach clubs
Paradise and Super Paradise – beach clubs
Is it difficult to drive in Mykonos? You might find driving in Mykonos a bit challenging during the busy summer months because the roads are narrow and there's a lot of traffic. But thousands of tourists manage to drive there successfully every year. Just stay alert, drive slowly and practice patience.
What type of car is best for Mykonos? Smaller is better. You'll find it much easier to get around narrow lanes and tight parking spots in a compact car. Unless you have a large group or lots of luggage, you should avoid SUVs or vans.
Can I drive into Mykonos Town center? No, the old town is a maze of lanes just for people walking. The authorities don't allow cars in Chora's center. You should park in the signed areas outside the town and then walk in.
How early should I book a car for high season? You should book at least 3-4 months before your trip for July-August. This helps you get the car you want at a better price, especially if you need an automatic one.
Are there any roads to avoid in Mykonos? The road to Psarou Beach (Nammos beach club) gets very busy around sunset, so you might want to avoid it then. You also shouldn't try to drive through the pedestrianized parts of Mykonos Town.
Is it worth renting a car for my entire stay? That depends on what you have planned. Many people find it useful to rent a car for just part of their stay, maybe for 2-3 days to explore. For the rest of their trip, they use buses, hotel shuttles or they just walk.
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