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Portugal car rentals in 2025

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 30 April 2025.

Most common car type

Economy

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Portugal and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

January

RM 47

February

RM 43

March

RM 43

April

RM 73

May

RM 69

June

RM 73

July

RM 134

August

RM 142

September

RM 77

October

RM 64

November

RM 47

December

RM 77

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Portugal is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Portugal

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Portugal to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

RM 16 - RM 433

All Car Types

RM 21 - RM 358

To rent a small car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of RM 104/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Portugal (~RM 16/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 433/day). In fact, February is about 85% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portugal, renting a small car saves you 41% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of RM 132/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Portugal (~RM 52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 461/day). In fact, June is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portugal, renting a medium car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in Portugal, you would pay an average price of RM 255/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Portugal (~RM 328/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 681/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portugal, renting a large car is 32% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Portugal, you would pay an average price of RM 105/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Portugal (~RM 16/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 602/day). In fact, February is about 85% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Portugal. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portugal, renting a SUV saves you 40% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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 30 April 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Portugal, including locations near Lisbon, Porto and Ponta Delgada. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
83 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

6.4
Okay
61 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
6 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.3

Europcar

7.8
Good
24 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Avis

7.0
Good
26 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Free2Move

184 locations

Sunnycars

163 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Portugal?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, AIRAUTO (10.0 rating), Global Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and SADORENT (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Portugal.

  • 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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