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Cheap Car Hire in Portugal from $9

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 28/9 and drop-off date of 6/10. 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.
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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 1 July 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVEONHOLIDAYS

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$42

Cheapest price per day

$9

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 1 July 2025.

There are 197 hire agencies servicing Portugal. These agencies, altogether, have 2,208 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Portugal with prices from $9 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Portugal:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare car hire deals in Portugal by type

Here are the best Portugal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Portugal medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Portugal SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$9/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Fiat 500$11/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Yaris$12/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Best car hire deals found in Portugal

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Portugal. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Portugal with an average daily rate of $33. Data was last updated on 1 July 2025.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the Portugal region, including options close to Lisbon, Porto and Faro. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Mitsubishi Mirage$9/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Fiat 500$11/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Yaris$12/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Portugal, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $25, which is about 24% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Portugal?

Looking to hire a car in Portugal? Klass Wagen had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $6.37/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $7.53/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Portugal?

At Portugal, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $18. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $54 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Portugal, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $18. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $54 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$29

February

$18

March

$18

April

$32

May

$28

June

$31

July

$45

August

$54

September

$35

October

$27

November

$19

December

$36

What car do most people hire in Portugal?

SUV cars (Class Standard SUV, for example) are the most popular in Portugal. Compact (Class Compact Car) and Economy (Class Economy Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Portugal.

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.

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 694 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

Among the most popular cities in Portugal, Porto offers the lowest average car hire price at just $13/day. Other affordable options include Lisbon ($16/day), Faro ($17/day), and Funchal ($46/day).

Top hire 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 1 July 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Portugal, including those serving the Lisbon, Porto and Faro area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
89 reviews41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.7
Good
53 reviews70 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.5

Budget

6.3
Okay
64 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Europcar

7.7
Good
26 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Dollar

7.4
Good
11 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Avis

6.9
Okay
27 reviews58 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Free2Move

184 locations

Sunnycars

164 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Portugal?

    With an average price of $44/day, GREEN MOTION is the most popular car hire provider in Portugal, booking 247% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Portugal?

    At $10/day, it is 81% cheaper on average to rent a car in Águas Santas than any other city in Portugal. The cheapest price found in Portugal was for $7/day in Águas Santas.

  • 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 1 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 ($6+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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