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Cheap Car Hire in Funchal from R226
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 Funchal with a pick-up date of 8/12 and drop-off date of 27/12. 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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Popular car types in Funchal
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Funchal and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 October 2025.
At R226/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Funchal in the past week. Out of 57 car hire agencies operating in Funchal, there are, in total, 109 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:
Economy
R241+
Compact
R324+
Mini
R226+
Passenger van
R1 267+
Compact SUV
R266+
Compact estate car
R415+
Compare car hire deals in Funchal by type
Here are the best Funchal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Funchal SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Funchal van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volkswagen up!R226/day
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Citroen C3R241/day
2
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A/C
Nissan AlmeraR265/day
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Best car hire deals found in Funchal
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Funchal. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Funchal with an average daily rate of R427. Data was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Volkswagen up!R226/day
2
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A/C
Citroen C3R241/day
2
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A/C
Nissan AlmeraR265/day
2
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A/C
Cheapflights insights for Funchal car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Funchal, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Funchal?
Book your car hire in Funchal 50 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R433/day on average when booked 50 days ahead, which saves you 1 644% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Funchal?
Looking to hire a car in Funchal? AD Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R394,26/day. Goldcar Rental SP also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R420,76/day.
What is the best car rental company in Funchal?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Funchal is Insular Car (rated 10.0/10). Rodavante (rated 8.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Insular Car
10.0
Rodavante
8.6
Budget
7.2
Avis
6.6
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Funchal?
Planning to hire a car in Funchal? January is the cheapest month, costing about R208 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R693. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R208
February
R208
March
R294
April
R554
May
R537
June
R520
July
R641
August
R693
September
R502
October
R381
November
R277
December
R346
What car do most people hire in Funchal?
Compact cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Funchal. SUV cars (Seat Arona or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Ford Fiesta or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Funchal?
Sunnycars has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. 7M Rent A Car has the second-highest number of locations in Funchal at 5.
Top rental agencies in Funchal
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Funchal known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Funchal. Reviews were last updated on 17 October 2025.
Insular Car
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Rodavante
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,6
Comfort
8,6
Overall
8,6
Pick-up/drop-off
9,3
Value
8,0
Budget
6 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
8,2
Overall
7,2
Pick-up/drop-off
7,7
Value
7,7
Avis
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,6
Comfort
6,0
Overall
6,6
Pick-up/drop-off
4,6
Value
6,6
FunchalDrive Rent-a-car
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4,0
Comfort
4,0
Overall
4,0
Pick-up/drop-off
4,0
Value
4,0
Madeira Rent
3 locations
7M Rent A Car
5 locations
Atlantic Rent A Car
2 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Funchal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Funchal for a week from Budget?
Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Funchal. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R4 178 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Funchal?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Funchal for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Funchal for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Funchal are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in November to be on average R0 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Funchal
Browse car hires by fuel type in Funchal. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Funchal. Deals were last updated on 17 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Funchal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R13+).
Electric
R45+
Hybrid
R16+
Petrol/Diesel
R13+
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