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Cheap Car Hire in Funchal from R570

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 1/8 and drop-off date of 1/9. 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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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 13 July 2025.

Most popular company

FUNCHALDRIVE

Price of petrol per litre

R35,89

Average price per day

R569

Cheapest price per day

R570

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 13 July 2025.

At R570/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Funchal in the past week. Out of 56 car hire agencies operating in Funchal, there are, in total, 105 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R1 370+

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:

Nissan AlmeraR570/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i20R603/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
BMW 1 SeriesR766/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series

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 R858. Data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Funchal we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Nissan AlmeraR570/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i20R603/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla CrossR700/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Cross

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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R431/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 643% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Funchal?

Looking to hire a car in Funchal? FunchalDrive Rent-a-car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R459,28/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R476,50/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 R215 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R736. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R215

February

R215

March

R305

April

R574

May

R556

June

R538

July

R646

August

R736

September

R502

October

R377

November

R287

December

R359

What car do most people hire in Funchal?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Funchal. Compact cars (Seat Arona or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Seat Arona 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 13 July 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Funchal, including Insular Car, Rodavante and Budget. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Funchal, including Insular Car, Rodavante and Budget.

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

7,2
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,7

Avis

6,6
Okay
1 review3 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

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Sunnycars

8 locations

7M Rent A Car

5 locations

Free2Move

3 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 13 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Funchal?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R569/day when booking a car hire in Funchal. The absolute best deal a user found was for R459/day from FunchalDrive Rent-a-car, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Funchal for a week from FunchalDrive Rent-a-car?

    FunchalDrive Rent-a-car is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Funchal. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R3 985 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 077, with the average price for a rental being around R569 a day. Book with FunchalDrive Rent-a-car, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 19% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Funchal.

  • 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 Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in August to be on average R846 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 13 July 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 (R31+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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