# Car Rental in Mykonos

> A practical guide to car hire in Mykonos: whether you need a car, where to pick one up at the airport and port, what it costs and how driving on the island works.

| | |
|---|---|
| Airport | Mykonos (JMK) |
| Need a car? | Optional |
| Drive on the | Right |
| Min age | 21 |

Hiring a car is worth considering on Mykonos. You can pick one up at Mykonos (JMK) 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 Mykonos is like.

## Do you need a car in Mykonos?

**A car is optional on Mykonos.** Mykonos buses cover the main beaches well, so a car is optional but adds freedom to reach the quieter north. Buses and taxis cover the busy spots, so a car mainly buys you freedom and quieter beaches.

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

## Where to pick up a car in Mykonos

You can collect a car at Mykonos (JMK) and at the the Old Port and New Port (Tourlos), and many agencies also deliver to your hotel. Book ahead for July and August, when the island 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 in Mykonos

Mykonos driving is on the right, like the rest of Greece, and the island roads are narrow and winding rather than fast. Roads lead to Elia and the calmer northern beaches, and inland to the old village of Ano Mera. A smaller car is the easier choice for tight village streets and steep gradients.

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

Car hire on other islands

[Crete](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/crete.html) [Rhodes](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/rhodes.html) [Corfu](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/corfu.html) [Zakynthos](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/zakynthos.html) [Kefalonia](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/kefalonia.html) [Santorini](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/santorini.html) [Naxos](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/naxos.html) [Paros](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/paros.html) [Kos](https://fly2greece.net/car-rental/kos.html)

## Frequently asked questions

**Do you need a car in Mykonos?**

A car is optional on Mykonos. Mykonos buses cover the main beaches well, so a car is optional but adds freedom to reach the quieter north.

**Where do you pick up a hire car in Mykonos?**

At Mykonos (JMK) and the the Old Port and New Port (Tourlos), and often by hotel delivery. Book ahead in July and August.

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

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 Mykonos drive on?**

Greece, and so Mykonos, drives on the right.

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

Reviewed July 2026.