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Cheap Car Rentals in Portugal from AED 49

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 6/7 and drop-off date of 13/7. 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 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 14 June 2025.

Most popular company

Klass Wagen

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

AED 91

Cheapest price per day

AED 49

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 14 June 2025.

There are, in total, 2,201 car hire locations in Portugal that are operated by 196 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: AED 49/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Portugal hire providers:

Economy

Economy

AED 49+

Compact

Compact

AED 55+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 111+

Mini

Mini

AED 51+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 59+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

AED 76+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 91+

Compare car rental 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:

Hyundai AccentAED 49/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Fiat 500AED 51/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Chevrolet SparkAED 53/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

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 162. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Portugal, including locations near Lisbon, Algés and Porto. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
Hyundai AccentAED 49/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Fiat 500AED 51/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Chevrolet SparkAED 53/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

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 61/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 192% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Portugal?

DRIVEONHOLIDAYS is currently the cheapest car hire company in Portugal with deals as low as AED 14.58/day found in the past two weeks. Opcao Rent A Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 16.82/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 37 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 143. 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 37

February

AED 50

March

AED 37

April

AED 70

May

AED 95

June

AED 83

July

AED 132

August

AED 143

September

AED 75

October

AED 61

November

AED 50

December

AED 70

What car do most people hire in Portugal?

SUV cars (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Portugal. Compact cars (Renault Captur or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Class Premium SUV or similar).

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.

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 693 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.

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 14 June 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Portugal, including those that serve Lisbon, Algés and Porto. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
87 reviews41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

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
62 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

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 reviews38 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Avis

7.0
Good
26 reviews58 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Free2Move

184 locations

Sunnycars

164 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 14 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Portugal?

    With an average price of AED 60/day, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is the most popular car hire provider in Portugal, booking 131% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    At AED 38/day, the cheapest car rental price in Portugal was found in Faro. On average, Faro has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 80/day), which is 15% 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Portugal. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Portugal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 9+).

Electric

Electric

AED 9+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 9+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 10+

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