Cheap Car Hire in Portugal from R176
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 7/9 and drop-off date of 12/9. 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.
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 7 July 2025.
Most popular company | DRIVEONHOLIDAYS |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | R726 |
Cheapest price per day | R176 |
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 7 July 2025.
There are, in total, 2 218 car hire locations in Portugal that are operated by 197 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R176/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Portugal hire providers:
Economy
R198+
Compact
R205+
Intermediate
R601+
Standard
R1 210+
Mini
R176+
Passenger van
R1 980+
Convertible
R1 178+
Compact SUV
R200+
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Here are the best Portugal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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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 R696. Data was last updated on 7 July 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.
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 R288/day – about 1 250% 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 Klass Wagen, offering prices from just R70,28/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , with rates starting at R76,43/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 R168 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R737. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R168
February
R201
March
R223
April
R371
May
R355
June
R430
July
R671
August
R737
September
R405
October
R314
November
R285
December
R326
What car do most people hire in Portugal?
Economy cars (Peugeot 208 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Portugal. Compact cars (Renault Captur or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Class Premium SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Portugal?
Free2Move has 184 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Portugal at 164.
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 696 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 July 2025.
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 7 July 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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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 July 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 Klass Wagen, and with prices around R347/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Klass Wagen is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R91/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 R557/day (35% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Portugal was found in Lisbon for just R242/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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Portugal. Deals were last updated on 7 July 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 (R11+).
Electric
R13+
Hybrid
R13+
Petrol/Diesel
R11+