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Car Rental Portugal: No Deposit, No Credit Card

Cheap car hire in Portugal from local rental companies, with full insurance options and the full price shown before you book.

  • No Deposit
  • No Credit Card
  • Full Insurance
  • Airport delivery

Car Rental Portugal

Portugal is compact, safe and easy to drive, with excellent motorways and quiet country roads. In one trip you can combine Lisbon and the palaces of Sintra, the Algarve's golden cliffs and beaches, the Alentejo's cork forests and white villages, the Douro Valley's terraced vineyards and the city of Porto. Many motorways use electronic tolls, so ask your rental company for a transponder (Via Verde) to pay automatically. Madeira and the Azores are best explored by car too, and local companies offer good prices, especially from November to March.

Why rent a car in Portugal

  • The Algarve's coves, cliffs and fishing villages.
  • The Douro Valley and its port wine estates.
  • Madeira's and the Azores' mountain roads.
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Car rental in Portugal: quick facts

Updated October 2026.

Price
€33–€52 per day on average, depending on the month.
Cheapest months
January and February.
Most expensive
July and August (book early).
Pick-up
5 cities and 5 airports, incl. LIS, OPO, FAO, FNC.
Deposit & card
No-deposit and no-credit-card cars from local companies (use the search filters).
Booking
Pay 15–20% online, the rest at pick-up. Free cancellation on many offers.
Driver age
Usually 21+ with 1 year of driving experience; some companies ask 23–25.
Driving
Drive on the right. Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 120 km/h on motorways.
Currency
Euro (EUR)

Pick-up locations in Portugal

5 cities and 5 airports.

LisbonCity & hotel deliveryLisbon AirportLIS · airportPortoCity & hotel deliveryPorto AirportOPO · airportFaroCity & hotel deliveryFaro AirportFAO · airportMadeiraCity & hotel deliveryMadeira AirportFNC · airportPonta DelgadaCity & hotel deliveryPonta Delgada AirportPDL · airport

What's the price of car hire in Portugal?

Prices from local rental companies. Updated October 2026.

€33avg. in Feb
€42yearly average
€52avg. in Jul
  • Mini & economy€25–€49
  • Compact & SUV€35–€83
  • 7-seaters & 4x4€59–€104
  • Premiumfrom €86

Tip: in low season, the cheapest 7-day deals from local companies are often far below the monthly average. Search your dates to see them.

Cheap car rental tips

  • Book 7 days or more: the daily price drops a lot on longer rentals
  • Travel in January or February, the cheapest months
  • Book early for July and August
  • Compare airport and town pick-up, and filter for no deposit

Rental prices for popular cars in Portugal by season

Approximate price per day.

CarSeatsBagsLow seasonHigh season
Fiat PandaMini41€25€39
Hyundai i10Mini41€25€39
Toyota YarisEconomy52€30€47
Peugeot 208Economy52€31€49
Volkswagen PoloCompact52€35€55
Dacia DusterSUV53€46€73
Nissan QashqaiSUV53€53€83
Suzuki Jimny4x441€59€94
Citroën Berlingo7-seater73€66€104
Fiat 500CConvertible41€56€88
BMW 3 SeriesPremium53€86€135

Estimated by car class from the monthly averages of local rental companies, with low season = Feb and high season = Jul. Your price depends on dates, rental length and availability. See live prices.

Car rental prices in Portugal by month

Average price per day, all car classes.

The lowest average rates in Portugal are in February at about €33 per day, around 37% below July (€52), the most expensive month. The busiest period is July and August, at €50–€52 per day. May, October and November sit in between, at about €40–€46. The cheapest months to travel are January and February.

Monthly prices as a table
MonthAverage price per day
January€34
February€33
March€36
April€39
May€45
June€47
July€52
August€50
September€48
October€46
November€40
December€38
Check prices for your dates

Best time to rent a car in Portugal

Car rental demand in Portugal by month (share of cars booked).

Demand is highest in June, July and August. Book these months early, as no-deposit and automatic cars sell out first. The quietest months are January and December, when cars are easiest to find and cheapest.

Choose your car in Portugal

Every class from local companies. Tap a type to see live prices.

Small carsFiat 500, Toyota Aygo – mini rental carFiat 500, Toyota Aygo or similarEconomy carsCitroën C3, Toyota Yaris – economy rental carCitroën C3, Toyota Yaris or similarCompact carsRenault Megane, VW Golf – compact rental carRenault Megane, VW Golf or similarSUVsToyota RAV4, Nissan Qashqai – suv rental carToyota RAV4, Nissan Qashqai or similar4x4 & JeepsSuzuki Jimny – 4x4 / jeep rental carSuzuki Jimny or similarMinivansMercedes Vito, Ford Tourneo – 7-seater rental carMercedes Vito, Ford Tourneo or similarConvertiblesVW Golf Cabriolet, Fiat 500C – convertible rental carVW Golf Cabriolet, Fiat 500C or similarPremium carsMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series – premium rental carMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar

Best Car Rental Prices in Portugal

Fiat 500 Mini car

  • Manual
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
Fiat 500 rental car
from€25per day
View deal
  • Airport pick-up
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Pay 15–20% now
  • No deposit
  • No credit card

Citroën C3 Economy car

  • Manual
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
Citroën C3 rental car
from€30per day
View deal
  • Hotel delivery
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation
  • No deposit
  • Additional driver

Toyota RAV4 SUV

  • Automatic
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
Toyota RAV4 rental car
from€53per day
View deal
  • Meet & greet
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Debit card
  • Full insurance
  • Child seats

* The prices shown in this section are for reference only and are not a binding offer. They are based on average prices of local rental companies in the cheapest month. Final prices depend on your dates, rental length, pick-up point, extras and availability. Features vary by company: use the filters in the search above.

No deposit, no credit card, full insurance

Car Rental Portugal No Deposit

  • Nothing blocked on your card
  • More budget for the trip
  • Quicker return
  • Low-deposit cars when zero isn't available

Car Rental Portugal No Credit Card

  • Pay with a debit card or cash
  • No credit card authorisation
  • Payment methods shown on each car
  • No hidden fees

Full Insurance in Portugal

  • TPL and CDW on most cars
  • Full coverage with zero excess
  • Cover shown before you pay
  • No surprises at the desk

Tip: no-deposit and no-credit-card cars are in high demand. If none show for your dates, use the “Low deposit” filter or choose “Debit card” as the payment method.

Driving in Portugal

Speed limits

50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 120 km/h on motorways

Alcohol limit

0.5 g/l (0.2 g/l for new drivers)

Tolls

Many motorways have electronic tolls only, so ask for a toll transponder at pick-up.

Traffic side

Drive on the right.

Parking and fuel in Portugal

Parking

Lisbon and Porto have paid zones payable by meter or app; parking is much easier outside the centres.

Fuel stations

Stations are mostly self-service. Fuel on motorway service areas costs more than in towns.

What you need to rent a car

  • Passport or ID
  • Driving licence, usually held for 1–2 years
  • Booking voucher (on your phone is fine)
  • International Driving Permit, where required

The minimum age is usually 21, and many companies ask for 23–25. A card for the deposit is only needed if the car has one.

Why book with AwayCars

  • Local companiesOften cheaper and more flexible than the big brands
  • Pay 15–20% nowThe rest at pick-up
  • Every car typeMini, economy, SUV, 7-seater, convertible, premium
  • Flexible paymentCredit card, debit card or cash, by company
  • Where you need itAirport, office, hotel or port delivery
  • ExtrasChild seats, second driver, unlimited mileage
  • Insurance optionsTPL, CDW and full coverage with low or zero excess
  • No hidden feesThe full price is shown before you book

Car Rental Portugal: FAQ

How do I rent a car in Portugal?

Enter your pick-up place and dates in the search on this page and compare cars from local rental companies. Use the filters for deposit, payment method, insurance and gearbox, then book with a 15–20% advance online. Your voucher arrives by email straight away, and you pay the rest at pick-up.

Where can I pick up a rental car in Portugal?

At 5 airports (Lisbon Airport, Porto Airport, Faro Airport, Madeira Airport and Ponta Delgada Airport), and in Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Madeira and Ponta Delgada. Many companies also deliver to hotels and apartments.

How much does car rental cost in Portugal?

On average about €33 per day in February, the cheapest month, and about €52 in July, the busiest. Prices for your dates are shown live in the search.

Can I rent a car in Portugal with no deposit?

Yes, many local companies in Portugal offer cars with no deposit. Use the “No deposit” filter; if none are free for your dates, try “Low deposit”.

Can I rent a car in Portugal without a credit card?

Often, yes. Many companies accept a debit card or cash for the deposit and the balance. The accepted payment methods are listed on every car.

Are automatic cars available in Portugal?

Yes. Filter the results by gearbox. Automatics are fewer and sell out first in high season, so book early.

What documents do I need to rent a car in Portugal?

Your passport or ID, a driving licence held for at least one year (often two), and the booking voucher. Some licences also need an International Driving Permit; the requirements for your rental are shown in the booking terms.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Portugal?

Usually 21 with at least one year of driving experience. Many companies ask for 23–25, and some add a young-driver fee.

Is full insurance available?

Most cars include third-party liability and CDW. Many companies offer full coverage with zero or reduced excess; the cover and excess are shown on each car before you book.

Can I return the car somewhere else?

Yes, where the company allows one-way rental. Choose a different drop-off location in the search to see those offers.

When is the best time to rent a car in Portugal?

Demand is highest in June, July and August, so book early for those months. January and December are the quietest months, with the widest choice.

What should I know about driving in Portugal?

Traffic drives on the right. Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 120 km/h on motorways. Alcohol limit: 0.5 g/l (0.2 g/l for new drivers). Many motorways have electronic tolls only, so ask for a toll transponder at pick-up.

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