Top tips for renting a car in Portimão
- Bring your own child- or booster seat. Some airlines allow booster seats to be carried free of charge.
- Search and book well in advance in Portimão if you want to hire an extra-large car and/or want to book extra options such as tow hitch, GPS, infant car seat, booster seat, roof rack and kids seat etc.
- Booking in advance is an advantage, you can do a comparison with Autoportugal.co.uk and find the the best deals.
- You can book and hire your car in Portimão and return it somewhere else (one-way).
Why should you book a car in Portimão with Autoportugal.co.uk!
- All inclusive car hire prices. No hidden fees or booking fees.
- Free amendments/cancellations up to 24-48 hours before you pick up your car in Portimão. Customer support, available 24/7.
- All hire deals compared on Autoportugal.co.uk include obligatory fees in your rental quote at the time of booking.
- Great deals & prices on long term renting and all types of cars, including luxury cars, automatic cars, van rental and mini vans.
Important information & car rental insurance
- Check the car carefully for dents, scratches and cracks on the car.
- Check for insurance overlaps, you might already be covered by your own auto or home insurance.
- Always take 5 to 10 minutes to review the car to verify any pre-existing damage.
- Avoid the upsell at pick-up, you don't need it if you buy our rental car insurance.
Frequently asked questions about renting a car & car hire in Portimão
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Portimão?
On average, a smaller hire car in Portimão costs approx. € 308 per month (€ 11 per day). A normal-sized car costs from about € 672 per month. The price is based on a monthly rent for 28 days.
Do I need a credit card for car hire in Portimão?
You can make a booking without a credit card with autoportugal.co.uk. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up in Portimão, since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
Which car hire companies are in or near Portimão?
There are over 15 car hire companies in Portimão. Compare car hire companies such as Praia da Rocha Yor Car on Rua Afonso de Alburquerque Praia da Rocha Algarve, Europcar Prainha Alvor on Praia dos Tres Irmaos Hotel Alvor, You Drive on Montes de Alvor, Europcar Praia da Rocha on Ed Belo Horizonte Avenida Tomás Cabreira, Realcar Bluealliance in Algarve, Hertz on Stand Mercedes Starsul Loteamento Pedra Mourinha Lote 14, Auto Rent Praia da Rocha on Avenida Tomás Cabreira Edifício Vistamar Loja I, Cartravel on Rua Engenheiro Francisco Bívar Edifício Squash, Polo on Rua do Rossio de São Pedro Alvor, Guerin on Avenida Guanaré N 35 A, Locauto on Rua Dom Carlos I 98, Ferragudo on Rua Doutor Manuel Teixeira Gomes 2 Ferragudo, Europcar Prainha Alvor on Praia dos Três Irmãos 072 Alvor, Reflex Holidays on A C D Ladeira do Vau Rua da Fundação 6, Avis Praia da Rocha on Residencias Portas da Rocha Lote 10 Loja H Praia da Rocha, etc.
What types of car can I hire in Portimão?
The range of hire cars varies during the season but you can usually hire car types such as minivan, 7 seater minivan, 5 seater minivan, suv, economy cars, special cars, mini cars, mini elite, 9 seater minivan, convertible, intermediate elite, moped, compact elite, small-medium truck-lorry, compact cars, premium cars, jeep, fullsize cars, estate, exotic cars, standard cars, luxury cars, electric cars, intermediate, large truck-lorry, cargo van, medium suv, luxury elite, economy elite, small suv, minibus, hybrid cars, fullsize elite in Portimão with autoportugal.co.uk.
How can I find car hire near me in Portimão?
Do a search for Portimão. Then take a look at our map of car hire companies to find the best and cheap hire cars near you in Portimão from car hire companies such as Cartravel on Rua Engenheiro Francisco Bívar Edifício Squash, Ferragudo on Rua Doutor Manuel Teixeira Gomes 2 Ferragudo, Europcar Prainha Alvor on Praia dos Tres Irmaos Hotel Alvor, Realcar Bluealliance in Algarve, Avis Praia da Rocha on Residencias Portas da Rocha Lote 10 Loja H Praia da Rocha, Hertz on Stand Mercedes Starsul Loteamento Pedra Mourinha Lote 14, Reflex Holidays on A C D Ladeira do Vau Rua da Fundação 6, Locauto on Rua Dom Carlos I 98 etc.
Can you rent a car in Portimão and drop it off in another city?
Yes, in most cases the car hire agent will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location like airports such as Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II Airport, Madeira Funchal Airport, São Jorge Airport, Lisbon-Portela Airport, Horta Airport, Faro Algarve Airport, Porto Airport and Lajes Terceira Airport, instead of Portimão. Autoportugal.co.uk will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking.
Which are the best hire car companies in Portugal and Portimão?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoportugal.co.uk, the best car hire companies in Portugal are Thrifty, Europcar, National, Avis, Enterprise, Sixt, Hertz and Budget. The large companies often have offices in the city and at the airports.
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Portimão?
On average, a smaller hire car in Portimão costs approx. € 77 per week (€ 11 per day). A normal-sized car costs from about € 168 per week. The price is based on a weekly hire for 7 days (all inclusive).
How much does it cost to hire a car in Portimão?
Renting a small car in Portimão costs from about € 11 per day, depending on the season and supply. A normal-sized car costs from about € 24 per day. Sometimes you can find cheaper hire cars depending on the season. In the majority of cases the hire price includes tax, third party liability protection, airport fee, collision damage waiver, unlimited mileage and breakdown assistance. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the rental cars agent and destination country. The car rental agent may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the hire conditions at the time of booking. The price is based on a all inclusive weekly hire for 7 days.
Which are the cheapest car hire companies in Portugal and Portimão?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest hire cars in Portugal on Autoportugal.co.uk were found at Bravacar, Angrauto, Drive on Holidays, 296 Rentacar, Drive4Less, 2Rent, Autatlantis and Auto Turistica. It is usually cheaper to hire a car in Portimão than at nearby airports. However, it often pays off to compare the price between the airports and nearby cities before booking your car. In Portimão you can hire a car for € 11 - 24 per day, depending on the season and car type.
Which additional fees could apply in Portimão?
Please note that each car rental agent has its own policy on additional fees which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoportugal.co.uk. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: border crossing, out-of-hours pick-up, senior drivers, young drivers, one-way rentals, winter tyres and out-of-hours drop-off. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency in Portimão.
We compare large companies as well as small and find the best price for all types of cars. Compare rental cars and renting of a vehicle from several companies in the town, Portimão in Portugal.
We have an easy and safe online booking of rental cars. Car hire where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations/amendments up to 24 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car. Search and choose destination, search for country, city etc. and choose from the list. Rental cars at Portimão’s train stations (Ferragudo, Montes de Alvor, Mexilhoeira Grande, Odiáxere, Silves and Estaçao de Lagos) travel centre and airports like Portimão Airport, Faro Airport and Sines Airport, PRM and ferry terminals and ports (Clube Naval de Portimão, Marina de Portimão, Port of Portimao). We compare these companies in Portimão or in Faro, Guerin on Avenida Guanaré N 35 A, Hertz on Stand Mercedes Starsul Loteamento Pedra Mourinha Lote 14, Avis Praia da Rocha on Residencias Portas da Rocha Lote 10 Loja H Praia da Rocha, You Drive on Montes de Alvor, Europcar Praia da Rocha on Ed Belo Horizonte Avenida Tomás Cabreira, Praia da Rocha Yor Car on Rua Afonso de Alburquerque Praia da Rocha Algarve, Polo on Rua do Rossio de São Pedro Alvor, Reflex Holidays on A C D Ladeira do Vau Rua da Foundation 6, Locauto on Rua Dom Carlos I 98, Ferragudo on Rua Doutor Manuel Teixeira Gomes 2 Ferragudo, Europcar Prainha Alvor on Praia dos Três Irmãos 072 Alvor, Auto Rent Praia da Rocha on Avenida Tomás Cabreira Edifício Vistamar Loja I, Realcar Bluealliance in Algarve, Cartravel on Rua Engenheiro Francisco Bívar Edifício Squash, Europcar Prainha Alvor on Praia dos Tres Irmaos Hotel Alvor.
Portimão (Vila Nova de Portimão) is located in the municipality Portimão Municipality, Faro district, Portugal and is a town. It is the 2th largest town/city when it comes to inhabitants in the region and the 32th largest city/district in Portugal. With a population of 38 500 in 2015. Other larger cities/communities nearby are Faro (c. 41400 pop), Olhão (c. 29200 pop) and Loulé (c. 23100 pop). The town/city is located about 13 MASL. São Brás de Alportel, Silves, Almancil, Estômbar, São Bartolomeu de Messines, Almodôvar, Lagoa, Cardosas, Boa Vista, Cabeço do Mocho, Parchal and Rocha are small villages, suburbs and communities nearby. Whether you are visiting the town Portimão just for one day or for a longer period, there is plenty to do. Read more further down. We also give tips on which companies offer rental cars in Portimão Municipality.
Some suggestions and tips on places, activities, events, attractions, museums, experiences and destinations in the town that are worth a visit during your holiday in Portimão. Miradouro da Senhora da Encarnação, Miradouro Rossio, Mirador Ría Alvor and Miradouro dos Três Castelos are observation points located in the city, from where you can get a complete overview of the town. Visconde Bívar and Parque Municipal do Sítio das Fontes are located in the town if you want to experience beautiful and interesting parks and gardens. A day for relaxing and sunbathing on the beach at Praia de Boião, Praia da Marina de Portimão, Praia Grande Sul, Praia do Barranco das Canas, Praia Grande, Praia da Rocha and Praia dos Três Castelos. They are all close to the town. Malls like Centro Comercial Aqua Portimão, Portimão Retail Center and Centro Comercial Continente are close by if you want to do some shopping.
Nearby destinations, Portimão
Find the best car hire and cheapest car rental in airports nearby: Car Hire Portimão Airport, Cheap Hire Cars Faro Algarve Airport and Hire a Car Cheap Sines Airport. Rent a car in cities in the region: Hire a Car Faro, Cheapest Hire Cars Olhão, Van Rental Loulé, Laranjeiro and Lagos.
Car rental companies in Portimão, Portugal
We compare these companies in Portimão or in the region, Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise and Alamo. You can usually find the largest selection at airports such as Portimão Airport, Faro Algarve Airport and Sines Airport. The large companies usually have offices adjacent to the airport.
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