Funchal car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Funchal. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 September 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R34,71 |
Average price per day | R598 |
Cheapest price per day | R558 |
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 44 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R416/day on average when booked 44 days ahead, which saves you 1 586% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Funchal?
Looking to hire a car in Funchal? RentX Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R285,28/day. SURPRICE CAR RENTAL also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R323,28/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.
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 R694. 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
R295
April
R555
May
R538
June
R521
July
R642
August
R694
September
R486
October
R364
November
R278
December
R347
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 16 September 2025.
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Avis
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Madeira Rent
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Funchal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Funchal?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R598/day when booking a car hire in Funchal. The absolute best deal a user found was for R558/day from Budget, booked on Sep. 14.
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 186 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 does it cost to rent a car in Funchal for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Funchal can be found for about R17 939, with the average price for a rental being around R598 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 6% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Funchal.