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We have no hidden fees and vehicle damage insurance and theft insurance are included. We co-operate with Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo, Dollar, Keddy By Europcar, InterRent, Payless, Firefly, Flizzr, Surprice, Goldcar, Rhodium, Hertz Dream Collection and Autoclick etc. in Portugal. It is often cheaper to book online than it is to book by making a phone call. You can also book one-way with one-way rental abroad.

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Search for an airport or a city and choose your destination from the list. If you search for an island or other place, auto suggestion will list the major airports in Portugal. Search and book well in advance if you want to hire an extra-large car and/or want to book extra options such as GPS, roof rack, infant car seat, booster seat, tow hitch and kids seat etc. It is also possible to rent a car for one way drive and long term in Portugal, called a one way rental. You pick-up the car in one city/airport and return it somewhere else, e.g. another country or city.

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In our prices free miles, unlimited mileage, all obligatory insurances taxes and fees are included. Like Claims - Limitation of Damage, Third Party Insurance, Theft Insurance, Taxes, Airport Fees, Placement Fee, Kilometre Charges, Accident Help Fee. Compare car hire for a day, long term, one year, a whole month, week, weekend or for as many days as you wish in Portugal. Search, find, compare and book your car rental in Portugal for less.

One Way Car Rental

It is possible to rent a car for one way, called the one way rental in Portugal. You collect the car in one place and return it somewhere else, e.g. another city or country. Compare car rental for a week, one month, one day, number of days you wish, long-term, a weekend or a year. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoportugal.co.uk compares one way rental from several companies in one search.

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We compare prices from different companies like Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo, Dollar, Keddy By Europcar, InterRent, Payless, Firefly, Flizzr, Surprice, Goldcar, Rhodium, Hertz Dream Collection, Autoclick, Centauro, Auto Rent, 296 Rentacar, Autatlantis, Angrauto, Auto Turistica, 2Rent, Bravacar, Drive on Holidays, Drive4Less, MadeiraRent, Guerin, Turiscar, Ilha Verde, Turisprime, InsularCar, Varela Rent a Car, Rodavante, SadoRent a car, CAEL, BENErent, Rent a Star, Micauto, AirAuto, Best Deal, Discovery, Yes Car Hire, Zitauto, Drive & Go, Autocunha, OPORent, Orbita, Yor Car, Wayzor and Key and Go etc. in Portugal.

Frequently asked questions about car hire & renting a car in Portugal

Can I book without a credit card in Portugal?

Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoportugal.co.uk in Portugal. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Portugal?

Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoportugal.co.uk.

How much do you charge for excess in Portugal?

The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoportugal.co.uk insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.

Which costs are included in the rental price in Portugal?

In the majority of cases the rental price includes third party liability protection, collision damage waiver, breakdown assistance, tax, unlimited mileage and airport fee. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in Portugal. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoportugal.co.uk.

How does Autoportugal.co.uk find such low prices on hire cars in Portugal?

Autoportugal.co.uk compares car hire prices from all major and minor car hire companies in Portugal such as Rodavante, InterRent, Rent a Star, Alamo, AirAuto, Hertz, 2Rent, Ilha Verde, Centauro, Discovery, Europcar, Hertz Dream Collection, InsularCar, Zitauto, Micauto, Best Deal, 296 Rentacar, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Firefly, Yes Car Hire, Orbita, Surprice, Auto Turistica, Goldcar, Autoclick, Thrifty, MadeiraRent, Auto Rent, Rhodium, OPORent, Payless, SadoRent a car, Keddy By Europcar, Bravacar, Avis, National, Varela Rent a Car, BENErent, Flizzr, Yor Car, Guerin, Sixt, Key and Go, Drive on Holidays, Turisprime, Turiscar, Drive4Less, CAEL, Wayzor, Drive & Go, Autocunha, Autatlantis and Angrauto and more to find you the best deals on hire cars.

What kind of cars can I hire on Autoportugal.co.uk in Portugal?

On Autoportugal.co.uk you can find deals on all types of hire cars including 5 seater minivan, 7 seater minivan, 9 seater minivan, minibus, cargo van, compact cars, compact elite, convertible, economy cars, economy elite, electric cars, estate, exotic cars, fullsize cars, fullsize elite, hybrid cars, intermediate, intermediate elite, large truck-lorry, luxury cars, luxury elite, medium suv, mini cars, mini elite, minivan, moped, premium cars, small suv, small-medium truck-lorry, special cars, standard cars, suv, jeep in Portugal.

How do I find the best car hire deals on Autoportugal.co.uk?

A simple car hire search scans for prices from hundreds of car hire companies in seconds. Autoportugal.co.uk gather car rental deals in Portugal from across the web and put them in one place. Then on the search results page you can use various filters to compare your options for your preferred hire car type and easily choose the best hire car from all of the deals coming straight from the car hire companies, with no extra fees from Autoportugal.co.uk in Portugal.

Which are the cheapest car hire companies in Portugal?

In the past 14 days, the cheapest hire cars were found on Autoportugal.co.uk at 296 Rentacar, Angrauto, 2Rent, Drive on Holidays, Autatlantis, Drive4Less, Auto Turistica and Bravacar at airports like Lisbon-Portela Airport, Porto Airport, Faro Algarve Airport, Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II Airport, Madeira Funchal Airport and Lajes Terceira Airport, etc and in cities like Braga, Queluz, Funchal, Setúbal, Cacém, Amadora, Vila Nova de Gaia, Coimbra, Porto and Lisbon, etc. In the more popular cities you can hire a car for € 11 - 24 per day.

Which are the best hire car companies in Portugal?

Based on ratings and reviews on autoportugal.co.uk, the best car hire companies in Portugal are Budget, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Avis, National and Thrifty. You can find these companies at airports like Santa Maria Airport, Porto Santo Airport, Horta Airport, Porto Airport, Lisbon-Portela Airport, Lajes Terceira Airport, Madeira Funchal Airport, Faro Algarve Airport, São Jorge Airport and Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II Airport.

How can I find car hire near me in Portugal?

Do a search for the city, islands like Pico, Madeira, Faial, São Miguel and Terceira or airport closest to you in Portugal. A search for country or e.g. island in Portugal lists the largest airports. Then take a look at our map of car hire companies to find the best hire cars near you.

What are the most popular car hire locations in Portugal?

Based on searches on autoportugal.co.uk, the most popular cities to hire a car in Portugal are Rio de Mouro, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, Felgueiras, Cacém, Setúbal, Lisbon, Braga, Loures, Funchal, Evora, Coimbra, Queluz, Amadora and Algueirão. The most popular islands are Pico, Madeira, Faial, São Miguel and Terceira. The most popular airports are Lisbon-Portela Airport, Porto Airport, Faro Algarve Airport, Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II Airport, Madeira Funchal Airport and Lajes Terceira Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Portugal?

Renting a normal-sized car in Portugal costs from about € 24 per day, depending on the season and local supply. A smaller car costs from about € 11 / day. Sometimes you can find cheaper prices depending on the season. In the majority of cases the hire price includes third party liability protection, collision damage waiver, breakdown assistance, tax, unlimited mileage and airport fee. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car hire agent and destination country. The car hire agent may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the hire conditions at the time of booking. The price is based on a weekly all inclusive hire for 7 days.

How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Portugal?

On average, renting a smaller car in Portugal costs approx. € 77 per week (€ 11 per day). A normal-sized rental car costs approx. € 168 per week. The best prices can be found in the largest cities such as Braga, Queluz, Funchal, Setúbal, Cacém, Amadora, Vila Nova de Gaia, Coimbra, Porto and Lisbon. The price is based on a weekly all inclusive hire for 7 days.

How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Portugal?

On average, renting a smaller car in Portugal costs approx. € 308 per month (€ 11 per day). A normal-sized rental car costs approx. € 672 per month. Best prices can be found in major cities such as Braga, Queluz, Funchal, Setúbal, Cacém, Amadora, Vila Nova de Gaia, Coimbra, Porto and Lisbon. The price is based on a monthly all inclusive hire for 28 days.

Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave Portugal?

The car rental agents like Budget, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Avis, National and Thrifty may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in Portugal in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoportugal.co.uk.

Do I need an international driver’s licence in Portugal?

If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in Portugal. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.

Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in Portugal?

Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Europcar, Avis, Budget, Hertz and Sixt will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in Portugal. We will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking at Autoportugal.co.uk.

Which additional charges could apply in Portugal?

Please note that each car rental agent in Portugal has its own policy on additional charges which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking aith Autoportugal.co.uk. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: out-of-hours pick-up, one-way rentals, winter tyres, out-of-hours drop-off, border crossing, young drivers and senior drivers. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency.

Which optional extras are available in Portugal?

The availability of optional extras depends on the car rental agent and even if they are booked online they are not guaranteed. The following extras can be booked online: Electronic toll pass, Wi-Fi Access, Infant child seat, Snow Tyres, GPS – Satellite Navigational System, Additional driver, Booster seat, Snow Chain Set, Ski Rack, Child toddler seat, Roof Rack and Luggage racks. Please note that most of the optional extras are not included in the rental price and can be purchased at the time of booking or at the rental desk in Portugal. The cost of the optional extras are displayed at time of booking in the Rental Conditions.

Which documents do I need to bring to the rental desk in Portugal?

The rental voucher we will send you as part of the booking confirmation contains all documents required at the time of pick-up in Portugal. In most cases, in order to release the reserved vehicle, you need to bring: Credit card in the name of the driver. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases, American Express. Please consult your Booking Confirmation for list of accepted Credit Cards. Driving licence. Please note that only a full licence held for minimum of 1 year with no major endorsements will be accepted. Read more about requirements for driving licence. Booking voucher. This will be sent to you within 48 hours after booking and must be printed out. Any other forms of identification requested by the car rental agent in their terms and conditions. Details can be found on your rental voucher.

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