Portimão car rentals from $13/day

On average a rental car in Portimão costs $27 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Portimão found in the last 2 weeks is $20.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Portimão. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Car rental companies onsite at Faro airport include Guerin, AIRAUTO, Klass Wagen, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, GREEN MOTION, DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, Master Kings, Centauro, International Car and AbbyCar Car Rentals.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Faro airport to off-airport locations include Guerin, AIRAUTO, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, Master Kings, Centauro, Drive4Fun, Autorent Car Rental, Alamo, and Yes Car Hire.

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A Compact car rental in Portimão costs $272 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Portimão costs $34 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Portimão costs $27 per day, on average.

In Portimão, cars are most frequently rented at Autorent Car Rental Av Tomás Cabreira, Edif Vista Mar, Loja-I, Praia (1 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Portimão offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Portimão, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 25 car rental agencies in Portimão.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Portimão so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

For solo travelers or couples with limited luggage, an economy rental like a compact car would be suitable for city exploration. If you're traveling with a larger group or have more luggage, consider booking a minivan rental to accommodate everyone comfortably. For those planning to explore off-road destinations like Barragem da Bravura, an SUV rental is recommended to easily handle the diverse terrains.

For car rentals in Portimão, speed limits on highways, including the A22 (Via do Infante), a toll highway, is 120 km/h (75 mph). Within the city, urban roads generally have a speed limit of 50 km/h (31 mph), while on some urban roads, it might increase to 90 km/h (56 mph). In the outskirts and rural areas, such as Mexilhoeira Grande, speed limits could reach up to 100 km/h (62 mph).

The best places to park car rentals in Portimão vary depending on your destination within the city. Public parking options include the Parque da Juventude, a large public parking lot near the riverfront, and the Parque de Estacionamento do Parchal, a spacious public parking area on the outskirts. On-street parking is available throughout the city but may be limited to busy areas. Private parking garages like Parking Centro Portimão offer convenience, but fees can be higher than public options. Parking in Portimão costs around €1-2 ($1.2-2.2) per hour.  However, parking outside the city center, especially in areas like Alvor or Ferragudo, is a good idea as it is economical and hassle-free.