With a population of 11,421, Agios Nikolaos is a must-see destination in Crete, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Agios Nikolaos has to offer.
Although Agios Nikolaos doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sitia (JSH), which is located 35 km from Agios Nikolaos. The shortest flight to Agios Nikolaos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 10m.
Another option to get to Agios Nikolaos is to pick up a car hire from Rhodes, which is about 265 km from Agios Nikolaos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and AbbyCar Car Rentals, among others, in Rhodes.
From 5-star hotels such as the St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas to great affordable options like the Kitro Beach Hotel - Adults Only, Agios Nikolaos offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £69 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £198 and up for a 5-star experience.
Hiring a car in Agios Nikolaos costs £27 per day, on average, or £160 if you want to hire it for 6 days.
Expect to pay £1.64 per litre in Agios Nikolaos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.66 and £26.22. The most frequently booked car type in Agios Nikolaos is Mini (Suzuki Celerio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Nissan Micra or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.