Cheap Car Hire in Portugal from R124
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 19/11 and drop-off date of 30/11. 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 2026
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 13 October 2026.
Most popular company | Drive on Holiday |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | R448 |
Cheapest price per day | R124 |
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 13 October 2026.
There are, in total, 2 376 car hire locations in Portugal that are operated by 233 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R124/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Portugal hire providers:
Economy
R129+
Compact
R133+
Intermediate
R275+
Mini
R124+
Passenger van
R444+
Compact SUV
R124+
Intermediate SUV
R173+
Compact estate car
R184+
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 R219. Data was last updated on 13 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for Portugal car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Portugal, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Portugal?
For the best savings on car hire in Portugal, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R297/day – about 1 258% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Portugal?
In Portugal, the most affordable car hire company right now is Record go, offering prices from just R4,65/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Drive on Holiday, with rates starting at R6,57/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Portugal?
Planning to hire a car in Portugal? January is the cheapest month, costing about R179 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R573. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R179
February
R245
March
R293
April
R413
May
R383
June
R333
July
R573
August
R573
September
R363
October
R355
November
R238
December
R387
What car do most people hire in Portugal?
SUV cars (Seat Arona or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Portugal. Economy cars (Peugeot 208 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Portugal?
Cargini has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Portugal at 58.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Portugal?
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 88 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 October 2026.
If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Portugal, start with Porto, where rates average R136/day. You can also find good prices in Lisbon (R184/day), Funchal (R219/day), and Faro (R339/day).
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 13 October 2026.
Avis
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Avis Locations in Portugal
Cargini
Cargini Locations in Portugal
Madeira Rent
Madeira Rent Locations in Portugal
RentX Car Rental
RentX Car Rental Locations in Portugal
Zenirent
Zenirent Locations in Portugal
ECHO
ECHO Locations in Portugal
Orbita
Orbita Locations in Portugal
America Car Rental
America Car Rental Locations in Portugal
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 October 2026.
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 Sixt, and with prices around R873/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Sixt is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as R265/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 Coimbra where rental cars typically will cost around R177/day (66% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Portugal was found in Coimbra for just R111/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 13 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portugal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R8+).
Electric
R10+
Hybrid
R8+
Petrol/Diesel
R8+