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Cheap Car Hire in Portugal from R133

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Portugal with a pick-up date of 17/12 and drop-off date of 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Portugal car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Portugal. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

Klass Wagen

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R220

Cheapest price per day

R133

Portugal car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Portugal, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 879 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Price

R120 - R121

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Portugal?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Portugal and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

January

R162

February

R162

March

R198

April

R252

May

R306

June

R306

July

R558

August

R594

September

R324

October

R252

November

R180

December

R252

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Portugal is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Portugal

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Portugal and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

There are, in total, 2 145 car hire locations in Portugal that are operated by 190 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R133/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Portugal hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Convertible

Convertible

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Portugal

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Portugal to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Small cars

R131 - R564

All Car Types

R391 - R1 090

To hire a small car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R341/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Portugal (~R131/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R564/day). In fact, February is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portugal, renting a small car saves you 50% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Portugal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R940/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Portugal (~R459/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 584/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portugal, renting a medium car is 29% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Portugal medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R1 492/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Portugal (~R909/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R2 805/day). In fact, April is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portugal, renting a large car is 55% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R444/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Portugal (~R99/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 024/day). In fact, January is about 78% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portugal, renting a SUV saves you 34% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Portugal SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R1 644/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Portugal (~R728/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R3 474/day). In fact, October is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portugal, renting a van is 60% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R920/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Portugal (~R301/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R4 007/day). In fact, January is about 68% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portugal, renting a convertible is 28% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Ford FiestaR133/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR166/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR168/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Top rental agencies in Portugal

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Portugal known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Portugal. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Portugal, including those serving the greater Lisbon, Funchal and Porto area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Free2Move

184 locations

Sunnycars

159 locations

keddy by Europcar

144 locations

Europcar

98 locations

Guerin

96 locations

Firefly

70 locations

Hertz

69 locations

Master Kings

59 locations

Best Portugal car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Portugal. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Portugal with an average daily rate of R464. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Portugal, including locations near Lisbon, Funchal and Porto. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Ford FiestaR133/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR166/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR168/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Portugal?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Angrauto (10,0 rating), Global Rent A Car (10,0 rating) and SADORENT (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Portugal.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Portugal?

    When visiting Portugal, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Funchal where rental cars typically will cost around R156/day (22% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Portugal was found in Lisbon for just R120/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Portugal?

    Cars in Portugal are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Small car hires in Portugal

Find small car hire deals in Portugal from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Portugal cost an average of R338 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Suzuki SwiftR301/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Renault KwidR310/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Renault KwidR328/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Van hires in Portugal

Find people carrier hire deals in Portugal from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Portugal cost an average of R408 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for van hires within the Portugal area, including pickup locations near Lisbon, Funchal and Porto. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
Toyota AvanzaR408/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Portugal

Browse car hires by fuel type in Portugal. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Portugal. Deals were last updated on 20 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portugal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R6+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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