Lisbon car hire information
| Pick-up location | Lisbon |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Compact estate car, Convertible, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini |
| Hire locations | 189 |
| Airport locations | 86 |
| Popular agencies | GREEN MOTION , Klass Wagen, Centauro, Turisprime, BRAVACAR |
Cheap car hire in Lisbon
| Economy | R96/day |
| Compact | R123/day |
| Intermediate | R227/day |
| Mini | R96/day |
| Convertible | R207/day |
| Compact SUV | R154/day |
| Compact estate car | R155/day |
| Intermediate SUV | R257/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Lisbon
- Want the freedom of having your own car while touring Lisbon? If flying into Lisbon International Airport, you’ll find it very easy to rent a car. There are several hire car places located right inside the airport including well-known companies like Hertz, Avis, and Budget. For added convenience, the car hire desks are close to the baggage claim area.
- After touring the city of Lisbon, you’ll definitely want to take a scenic drive along the coast. On the ride you can take in picturesque views of the water and breathtaking landscapes. If going south to Faro, you can stop at one of a few blue flag beaches for swimming, biking, hiking, or just sunbathing. You’ll also be able to experience a variety of seafood dishes at local restaurants in Sintra or Porto Covo.
- In Lisbon there are many toll roads which can be inconvenient for drivers not familiar with the city. Plan out your route beforehand and talk with your hire car agent about whether you will need to pay tolls. If you will, you might want to consider pre-paying tolls to avoid unnecessary credit card charges.
- Most cars in Portugal have manual transmission; therefore, this is what most hire car companies have in stock. So, if you want an automatic, you’ll want to book your hire car far in advance. Note that even if you drive a manual car at home, Lisbon can be a really hilly city with lots of twists and turns. Consequently, you might feel more comfortable with an automatic transmission. When booking your car, you’ll also want to note that renting an automatic car will cost slightly more than a car with a manual transmission.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Lisbon for R245 or less
- Book your car hire in Lisbon at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Lisbon are around 57% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Lisbon
What type of car is recommended for driving in Lisbon?
The streets around Lisbon are really tight, narrow, and tend to wind quite a bit. Therefore, it is best to rent a small, compact car that you can more easily maneuver and control. A smaller car will also make it easier to find a parking space in the busy, historical areas of town.
What’s the speed limit in Lisbon?
Commuters in Lisbon tend to drive really fast, especially on the freeways. However, the speed limit on the highway is 120/km or 75 mph. If driving in the city, you can travel as fast as 90/km or 55 mph on main roads.
Where are the best places to park in Lisbon?
As an older city, Lisbon has really narrow roads that don’t leave much room for street parking. On Monday through Saturday, there are a few paid street parking spots in the center of town with a maximum parking time of 2-4 hours. All around the city, however, there are parking lots and underground garages. These will cost on average from around 18 euros ($20) to 44 euros ($50) per day.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Lisbon?
On average a car hire in Lisbon costs R354 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Lisbon?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at BRAVACAR (R96/day), Turisprime (R96/day) and GREEN MOTION (R103/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at BRAVACAR Lisbon airport 2685-311 (7 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Lisbon?
The average price of fuel in Lisbon is R142,54 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 710 and R2 281, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Lisbon?
Mini (Fiat 500C or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Lisbon.
Which car hire agencies are at Humberto Delgado airport (LIS)?
Car hire companies onsite at Humberto Delgado airport include Klass Wagen, Cheap Rent, Goldcar Rental SP, Centauro, ECHO, Europcar and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Humberto Delgado airport (LIS)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Humberto Delgado airport to off-airport locations include Goldcar Rental SP, Centauro, ECHO, Europcar and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL.
How can I find car hires near me in Lisbon?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Lisbon?
A Mini car hire in Lisbon costs R417 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Lisbon?
An Economy car hire in Lisbon costs R328 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Lisbon?
A Compact car hire in Lisbon costs R358 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Lisbon?
In Lisbon, cars are most frequently hired at DRIVEONHOLIDAYS Aeroporto De Lisboa Portela (8 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Lisbon?
On average a car hire in Lisbon costs R2 476 per week (R354 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Lisbon?
On average a car hire in Lisbon costs R10 611 per month (R354 per day).
Which car hire companies in Lisbon have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of coronavirus (COVID-19)?
One car hire company which has updated their car hire health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Europcar
Lisbon car rental reviews and directory
Sixt
7,5
Good
108 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.1
4 locations in Lisbon
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2,0 Poor
Nov 2022
2,0 Poor
Jun 2022
10,0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Staff were great, professional, efficient and friendly. Pick up and drop off exceptionally easy! Steve9,2 Wonderful
Feb 2020
Pros:
Car was almost new, clean, and perfect.Cons:
Check-in was a bit lengthy. Allianz insurance doesn't matter for Sixt.10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
Pros:
I like this company. It is run well. I unfortunately have rented from others and am not as happy.10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
Pros:
Staff was friendly and helpful. Car was super clean.Hertz
7,9
Good
47 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.4
3 locations in Lisbon
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6,0 Okay
Sep 2019
Pros:
Good new car and very cleanCons:
Long queue with only one desk open to get/return car4,4 Mediocre
Aug 2019
Cons:
We were very disappointed that some crucial information is not shared with the customers. We were not informed that every kilometre has an additional fee. We were renting a car just for one day and the overall price ended up being twice as much from what was promised on the day we picked up the car.6,8 Okay
May 2019
Pros:
Clean small car.Cons:
The staff seemed annoyed when asked to assist on driving the car from its parked location in the garage which seems obstructed by another rental vehicle. Car was an automatic, but it was not explained that the car can also be placed in a manual mode. In the USA a car is either one or the other. Ok4,0 Mediocre
Mar 2019
Pros:
Very cleanCons:
Tried to charge me for a more expensive insurance when I already had one and the car drove terribly.5,6 Fair
Jun 2017
Pros:
Car was great! Clean and very modern with all the latest security features.Cons:
At the pick up station they didn't check the car for damage. The place was dark and I didn't realize that it had a huge scratch. I had a hard time explaining the whole situation at the drop off location and had a lot of stress on my first vacation day due to that.10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
Budget
6,3
Okay
58 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
6.2
3 locations in Lisbon
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
4,0 Mediocre
Sep 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
2,0 Poor
Sep 2022
8,0 Very Good
Sep 2022
Global Rent A Car
9,3
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
9.3
2 locations in Lisbon
Dollar
9,1
Wonderful
7 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.1
Value for money
8.7
2 locations in Lisbon
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2016
Pros:
Great staff at Lisbon AP.8,0 Very Good
Oct 2022
7,9 Good
Oct 2021
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2021
BENErent Rent-A-Car
9,0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
9.0
2 locations in Lisbon
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4,4 Mediocre
Jul 2018
Pros:
The car was tidyCons:
You wouldn’t expect not to find the company name in Rent a car area in airport if you book pick up/drop off location exactly airport. It comes that you are forced to spend extra half an hour to find the right guy and to get to the rental office (same exercise on the way back). The guys in the office live their lifes instead of serving you..Ausocar
8,0
Very Good
1 reviewCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
9.0
4 locations in Lisbon
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,0
Very Good
9 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
3 locations in Lisbon
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4,0 Mediocre
May 2018
Cons:
Difficult to call and speak with rental agency, as phone number listed never answered2,0 Poor
Nov 2016
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Hello, I didn't get a car because they asked me for original passport But I didn't have it with me, I didn't know that for rent a car I need a have passport. so disappointed.4,0 Mediocre
Oct 2016
Cons:
Hidden fees and no explicit mention of no MTPL insurance..on the other hand we couldnt book it online without some additional /rather unnecessary/ insurance.2,0 Poor
Aug 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2022
Klass Wagen
8,0
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.0
One location in Lisbon