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Car Hire in Portugal

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Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Portugal
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

31 May - 8 Jun
Toyota Yaris
Nissan Micra
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

5 May - 12 May
Nissan Micra
Hyundai i30
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$8/day

23 May - 29 May
Hyundai i30
Hyundai i20
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$8/day

13 May - 21 May
Hyundai i20
Kia Stonic
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$8/day

4 May - 10 May
Kia Stonic
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

23 May - 29 May
Kia Picanto
Kia Rio
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers
4-door vehicles

$8/day

5 May - 12 May
Kia Rio
Mazda CX-5
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$9/day

5 May - 12 May
Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-30
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$9/day

5 May - 12 May
Mazda CX-30

Car hire insight and trends in Portugal

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Portugal

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Portugal?

OPORent is the most affordable car hire agency in Portugal, with prices found for as low as $8 per day in some areas of the country. Comparatively, the average price to rent a car in Portugal is $50 per day.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Portugal?

At the moment, the most popular car hire company in Portugal is Budget. 92 users have given Budget an average review score of 6.4 out of 10 for their customer service and high-quality rental cars. In the past month, 30% of users selected Budget for their car hire while visiting Portugal.

What car hire company in Portugal has the most locations?

Free2Move is the car hire company in Portugal that currently has the most locations. With 184 car hire centres across the country, you should have no issue finding one of their locations at your destination. If you haven’t picked a city to visit, Lisbon is the most popular destination at the moment. Lisbon also has 11 Free2Move car hire centres.

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Small cars

$21 - $65

All Car Types

$37 - $98

The average price of a small car hire in Portugal is $43. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Portugal is in February. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just $21 per day. A small car rental is typically 34% less expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Portugal small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Portugal is $75. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Portugal is in November. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just $47 per day. A medium car rental is typically 14% more expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Portugal medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Portugal is $126. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Portugal is in January. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just $65 per day. A large car rental is typically 48% more expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Portugal is $53. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Portugal is in March. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just $25 per day. A SUV rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Portugal SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Portugal is $135. The cheapest time to hire a van in Portugal is in March. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A van rental is typically 52% more expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Portugal is $135. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Portugal is in March. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just $66 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 52% more expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a convertible hire in Portugal is $68. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Portugal is in November. The price is 62% lower than the rest of the year at just $26 per day. A convertible rental is typically 3% more expensive than the average rental car in Portugal. The average price of a vehicle hire in Portugal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

31 May - 8 Jun
Toyota Yaris
Nissan Micra
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

5 May - 12 May
Nissan Micra
Hyundai Accent Hatch
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$9/day

6 May - 13 May
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Portugal car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Portugal

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
83 reviews41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.7
Good
53 reviews70 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.5

Budget

6.4
Okay
61 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
6 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.3

Europcar

7.8
Good
24 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Avis

7.0
Good
26 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Free2Move

184 locations

Sunnycars

163 locations

Car hire in Portugal

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Portugal so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What side of the road do people in Portugal drive on?

Drivers in Portugal, including drivers visiting from foreign countries, are required to travel on the right. Keep in mind that driving on the opposite side can lead to both a traffic violation and serious accidents.

How good are the roads in Portugal?

Portugal has a road quality score of 6.2 on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 is the lowest rated score. This puts Portugal at 5 out of 137 countries for road conditions. You may find that depending on where you travel within Portugal that the road quality will vary.

What is the drink driving limit in Portugal?

The BAC limit is 0.05% in Portugal - this applies to both visitors and residents. Your BAC level is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in your bloodstream. This information is used to determine how inebriated an individual is. Driving a vehicle with a BAC higher than 0.05% is against the law in Portugal and you will be deemed as ‘driving under the influence’. Be aware that 18 is the legal drinking age in Portugal, and there are strict laws that prohibit drivers under this age from drink driving.

How much does petrol cost in Portugal?

As of last week, the average price of petrol in Portugal was $2.85 per litre. According to our data, Portugal has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at $0.54 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at $5.17 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Portugal?

Prices for cars in Portugal are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Portugal?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Portugal?

Among different countries, including Portugal, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Portugal?

To hire a car in Portugal, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Portugal?

momondo finds and compares thousands of car hire websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car hire in Portugal. Finding a car hire is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Portugal?

momondo enables you to find the best car hire deal in Portugal by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Portugal with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in Portugal.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Portugal on momondo?

Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Portugal.

Can I find a car hire in Portugal which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Portugal.

Can I search for car hire in Portugal with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in Portugal.


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