
Cheap Car Hire in Portugal from R89
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 26/6 and drop-off date of 30/6. 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 10 June 2025.
Most popular company | DRIVEONHOLIDAYS |
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Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | R504 |
Cheapest price per day | R89 |
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 693 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 June 2025.
Price | R147 - R186 |
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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 10 June 2025.
January
R194
February
R177
March
R177
April
R301
May
R265
June
R301
July
R549
August
R584
September
R301
October
R265
November
R194
December
R318
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 10 June 2025.
There are, in total, 2 201 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: R89/day). Explore 3 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 10 June 2025.
Small cars | R194 - R641 | |
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All Car Types | R238 - R974 |
To hire a small car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R355/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Portugal (~R194/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R641/day). In fact, March is about 46% 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 38% 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 R783/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Portugal (~R213/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 664/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 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. 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 291/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Portugal (~R365/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 051/day). In fact, May is about 72% 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 57% 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 R439/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Portugal (~R134/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 097/day). In fact, November is about 70% 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 056/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Portugal (~R429/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 046/day). In fact, March is about 60% 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.
To hire a convertible in Portugal, you would pay an average price of R625/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Portugal (~R100/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R3 939/day). In fact, February is about 85% 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 10% 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 10 June 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 car hire deals found in Portugal
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 R382. Data was last updated on 10 June 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 10 June 2025.
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 Opcao Rent A Car, and with prices around R1 657/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Opcao Rent A Car is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as R1 346/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 Funchal where rental cars typically will cost around R317/day (40% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Portugal was found in Lisbon for just R138/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.
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 10 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portugal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R5+).