Cheap Car Rentals in Portugal from AED 18
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 22/10 and drop-off date of 26/10. 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.
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 7 October 2026.
Most popular company | Goldcar Rental SP |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | AED 123 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 18 |
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 7 October 2026.
There are, in total, 2,373 car hire locations in Portugal that are operated by 233 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: AED 18/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Portugal hire providers:
Economy
AED 19+
Compact
AED 18+
Intermediate
AED 36+
Mini
AED 19+
Premium SUV
AED 109+
Compact SUV
AED 18+
Compact estate car
AED 29+
Intermediate SUV
AED 36+
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 AED 35. Data was last updated on 7 October 2026.
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 AED 70/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 227% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Portugal?
Goldcar Rental SP is currently the cheapest car hire company in Portugal with deals as low as AED 6.43/day found in the past two weeks. Klass Wagen is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 7.18/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 AED 40 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 135. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 40
February
AED 44
March
AED 56
April
AED 86
May
AED 87
June
AED 86
July
AED 125
August
AED 135
September
AED 80
October
AED 66
November
AED 47
December
AED 80
What car do most people hire in Portugal?
SUV cars (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Portugal. Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar).
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.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Portugal?
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 7 October 2026.
If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Portugal, start with Porto, where rates average AED 27/day. You can also find good prices in Lisbon (AED 29/day), Funchal (AED 31/day), and Faro (AED 69/day).
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 7 October 2026.
Avis
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Comfort
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Avis Locations in Portugal
Cargini
Cargini Locations in Portugal
Madeira Rent
Madeira Rent Locations in Portugal
RentX Car Rental
RentX Car Rental Locations in Portugal
Zenirent
Zenirent Locations in Portugal
ECHO
ECHO Locations in Portugal
Orbita
Orbita Locations in Portugal
America Car Rental
America Car Rental Locations in Portugal
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Portugal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Portugal?
With an average price of AED 69/day, Sixt is the most popular car hire provider in Portugal, booking 391% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Portugal?
At AED 48/day, the cheapest car rental price in Portugal was found in Porto. On average, Cascais has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 112/day), which is 20% below average price for cities 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.
Car rentals by fuel type in Portugal
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Portugal. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Portugal. Deals were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Portugal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 5+).
Electric
AED 8+
Hybrid
AED 7+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 5+