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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 May 11, 2026.

Most popular company

Drive on Holiday

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

₱4,907

Cheapest price per day

₱884
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Cheapflights insights for Portugal car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Portugal, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Portugal?

Book your rental car in Portugal 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱1,026/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 5,135% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest rental car company in Portugal?

In Portugal, the most affordable rental car company right now is Goldcar Rental SP, offering prices from just ₱513.43/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is CAEL, with rates starting at ₱835.01/day.

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in Portugal is January where you can expect to pay ₱724/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Portugal is August (₱2,232/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

₱724

February

₱784

March

₱905

April

₱1,207

May

₱1,086

June

₱1,086

July

₱2,172

August

₱2,232

September

₱1,086

October

₱905

November

₱724

December

₱1,267

What car do most people rent in Portugal?

Economy rentals (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Portugal. SUV rentals (Fiat 500X or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact rentals (Renault Mégane or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Portugal?

Free2Move has 186 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second highest number of locations in Portugal at 170.

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 450 pickup locations in Portugal to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on May 11, 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 May 11, 2026.

Sixt

7.9
Good
89 reviews•42 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.8
Good
56 reviews•69 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Avis

7.2
Good
30 reviews•58 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Budget

6.5
Okay
71 reviews•40 locations
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Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.6

Europcar

7.7
Good
29 reviews•98 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
9 reviews•45 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Dollar

6.6
Okay
10 reviews•46 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

DRIVALIA

52 locations
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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 May 11, 2026.

  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Portugal?

    The most popular rental car company at Portugal is Drive on Holiday. With prices on COMPACT starting at ₱877/day about 67% more people book with Drive on Holiday than other companies in the country.|1#The most popular rental car company in Portugal is Drive on Holiday. With prices on COMPACT starting at ₱877/day about 67% more people book with Drive on Holiday than other companies in the country.

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

    At ₱2,766/day, it is 35% cheaper on average to rent a car in Porto than any other city in Portugal. The cheapest price found in Portugal was for ₱1,731/day in Porto.

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

    Cars in Portugal are to be driven on the right side of the road.

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