
Cheap Car Hire in Portugal from R94
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 1/6 and drop-off date of 14/6. 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.
Portugal car hires in 2025
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 30 April 2025.
Most popular company | SURPRICE CAR RENTAL |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | R412 |
Cheapest price per day | R94 |
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 683 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Price | R235 - R370 |
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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 30 April 2025.
January
R203
February
R185
March
R185
April
R315
May
R296
June
R315
July
R574
August
R611
September
R333
October
R278
November
R203
December
R333
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Portugal is February. 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 30 April 2025.
There are, in total, 2 179 car hire locations in Portugal that are operated by 196 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R94/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Portugal hire providers:
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 30 April 2025.
Small cars | R202 - R568 | |
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All Car Types | R365 - R817 |
To hire a small car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R366/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Portugal (~R202/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R568/day). In fact, March is about 45% 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 41% 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 R824/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Portugal (~R223/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 741/day). In fact, February is about 73% 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 25% 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 453/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Portugal (~R440/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 397/day). In fact, July is about 70% 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 58% 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 R479/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Portugal (~R140/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 148/day). In fact, November is about 71% 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 23% 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 168/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Portugal (~R449/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 225/day). In fact, March is about 62% 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 47% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a convertible in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R786/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Portugal (~R105/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R4 122/day). In fact, February is about 87% 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 22% 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.
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 30 April 2025.
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.
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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 R535. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Portugal?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, AIRAUTO (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 most popular car hire provider in Portugal?
When hiring a car in Portugal, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , and with prices around R209/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R149/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Portugal?
When visiting Portugal, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Lisbon where rental cars typically will cost around R439/day (3% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Portugal was found in Lisbon for just R233/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 R295 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in Portugal
Browse car hires by fuel type in Portugal. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Portugal. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portugal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R5+).