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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 23 July 2026.

Most popular company

Record go

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

RM 120

Cheapest price per day

RM 52
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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 83/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 277% off the average price.

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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 195. 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 87

June

RM 102

July

RM 172

August

RM 195

September

RM 98

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 23 July 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 23 July 2026.

Avis

7.3
Good
30 reviews•58 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

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 23 July 2026.

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

    At RM 73/day, it is 55% cheaper on average to rent a car in Lisbon than any other city in Portugal. The cheapest price found in Portugal was for RM 47/day in Lisbon.

  • 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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