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Cheap Car Rentals in Portugal from RM 30

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 3/9 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.
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Portugal car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Portugal. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 August 2026.

Most popular company

Drive on Holiday

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

RM 169

Cheapest price per day

RM 30
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Popular car types in Portugal

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Portugal and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 3 August 2026.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Portugal this past week from 2,368 hire locations out of 228 hire agencies. Prices for a Portugal small car hire start from RM 30/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

RM 35+

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Compact

Compact

RM 39+

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Mini

Mini

RM 30+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 41+

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Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 43+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 56+

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Best car rental deals found in Portugal

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Portugal. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Portugal with an average daily rate of RM 43. Data was last updated on 3 August 2026.
Perodua AxiaRM 30/day
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Perodua Axia
Found 08/01/26
Perodua AxiaRM 32/day
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Perodua Axia
Found 08/01/26
Perodua MyviRM 35/day
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A/C
Perodua Myvi
Found 08/01/26

Cheapflights insights for Portugal car rentals

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?

Book your car hire in Portugal 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 79/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 258% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Portugal?

In Portugal, the most affordable car hire company right now is Sixt, offering prices from just RM 6.42/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Klass Wagen, with rates starting at RM 6.43/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Portugal? January is the cheapest month, costing about RM 44 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 192. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 44

February

RM 46

March

RM 56

April

RM 82

May

RM 86

June

RM 102

July

RM 165

August

RM 192

September

RM 97

October

RM 67

November

RM 53

December

RM 79

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.

Discover the price range for renting 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 3 August 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Portugal

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Portugal known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Portugal. Reviews were last updated on 3 August 2026.

Avis

7.2
Good
30 reviews•58 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.6

Cargini

4 locations
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Madeira Rent

4 locations
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RentX Car Rental

2 locations
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Zenirent

1 location
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ECHO

3 locations
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Orbita

15 locations
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America Car Rental

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 August 2026.

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

    At RM 73/day, it is 47% cheaper on average to rent a car in Porto than any other city in Portugal. The cheapest price found in Portugal was for RM 40/day in Porto.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Portugal?

    In Portugal, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

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