# Car Rental in Ikaria

> A practical guide to car hire in Ikaria: whether you need a car, where to pick one up, and what driving on Ikaria is like.

| | |
|---|---|
| Airport | Ikaria (JIK) |
| Need a car? | Recommended |
| Drive on the | Right |
| Min age | 21 |

Hiring a car is worth considering on Ikaria. You can pick one up at Ikaria (JIK) airport and in the main town, and the same core rules apply as everywhere in Greece: a full licence held for a year, a credit card in the driver's name and a minimum age of 21. This guide covers whether you need a car, where to collect it and what driving on Ikaria is like.

## Do you need a car on Ikaria?

**A car is recommended on Ikaria.** Ikaria is long and mountainous, with its two ports and beaches strung along winding roads. Buses link the main towns, but they run to their own timetable and skip the quiet corners.

The island itself is worth reading up on before you drive it. Our [Ikaria guide](https://fly2greece.net/ikaria.html) covers its beaches, villages and where to base yourself.

## Where to pick up a car on Ikaria

You can collect a car at Ikaria (JIK) and at the Agios Kirykos and Evdilos ports, and many agencies also deliver to your hotel. Book ahead for July and August, when fleets sell out and the walk-up desks run short.

Whichever supplier you choose, check the excess and what the insurance covers before you pay, and photograph the car all round at pickup. Our [car hire requirements guide](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/greece-requirements.html) sets out the documents, deposit and insurance in full.

## Driving on Ikaria

Ikaria driving is on the right, like the rest of Greece, and the roads are narrow and winding rather than fast. A twisting road runs the length of Ikaria between Agios Kirykos, Evdilos and the beaches of the north coast. A smaller car is the easier choice for tight village streets and steep gradients.

For the rules, road signs, tolls, fuel and parking that apply across the country, see our [driving in Greece guide](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/driving-in-greece.html).

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## Frequently asked questions

**Do you need a car on Ikaria?**

A car is recommended on Ikaria. Ikaria is long and mountainous, with its two ports and beaches strung along winding roads.

**Where do you pick up a hire car on Ikaria?**

At Ikaria (JIK) and the Agios Kirykos and Evdilos ports, and often by hotel delivery.

**What do you need to hire a car in Greece?**

A full driving licence held for at least a year, a credit card in the main driver's name and a passport or ID. The minimum age is 21, with a surcharge for younger drivers.

**Which side of the road does Greece drive on?**

Greece drives on the right, so you overtake on the left.

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Source: [Car Rental in Ikaria: Where to Rent, Pickup and Driving](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/ikaria.html) — fly2greece.net, an independent guide to Greece written and photographed by Hans Huisman since 2000.

Reviewed July 2026.