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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Portimão
- By driving a car hire in Portimao, you will have better freedom and control over your own plans during your stay. This means that you can freely explore the city or the surrounding area at your own leisure, without having to depend upon the local timetables offered by public transport. This is perfect if you want to explore outside the port city in the Algarve, and go to visit the numerous beaches, national parks, and golf clubs that you can find across the 183 km squared area.
- The nearest airport where you can collect your Portimao car hire, is in Faro, and Faro airport offers lots of car rental companies to choose from. You can collect your car hire vehicle from companies such as Air Auto, Goldcar Rental, Sixt, Alamo, Thrifty, and Europcar. Due to the fact that their opening hours may vary, we recommend that you get in touch with the company when you have organised your travel plans to see which one best suits your needs. You can find the car rental branch offices in the car hire area, which is down a tunnel after passing through baggage reclaim in arrivals.
- While driving your car hire in Portimao, you will need to follow the national rules of the road of Portugal and drive on the right-hand side of the road. You are not allowed to turn right at a red light unless you see a specific filter light giving you permission to do so. You should not use your driving horn unless in an emergency, and you should be aware that jaywalking is common in Portimao and that you have a responsibility when behind the wheel to look out for any pedestrians as they cross the road.
- Portimao receives hot weather in summer, particularly during the tourist season, so we recommend that you check your tyre pressure when driving your car hire in Portimao to make sure that you have full control of the vehicle. You should also check your coolant liquid levels to make sure the car functions properly, and be aware that the touristic areas of Portimao attract a lot of pedestrians and tend to have to the most traffic and congestion.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Portimão for R430 or less
- Book your car hire in Portimão at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy car hire in Portimão are around -64% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Portimão
How much does it cost to hire a car in Portimão?
On average a car hire in Portimão costs R436 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Portimão?
The average price of fuel in Portimão is R131,59 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 579 and R2 105, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Portimão?
Economy (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Portimão.
How can I find car hires near me in Portimão?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Portimão?
An Economy car hire in Portimão costs R1 401 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Portimão?
A Mini car hire in Portimão costs R1 680 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Portimão?
In Portimão, cars are most frequently hired at Dollar Stand Starsul (1 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Portimão?
On average a car hire in Portimão costs R3 051 per week (R436 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Portimão?
On average a car hire in Portimão costs R13 076 per month (R436 per day).
What car is recommended for driving in Portimao?
If you would like to explore outside the city of Portimao, then an SUV is the recommended car hire in Portimao, as they are better equipped for driving on the country roads that can take you to the local beaches, golf clubs and orchards. If you plan on staying within the city, then a compact car or an economy car hire in Portimao will do perfectly as they are more mobile, easier to control and easier to park, when driving on the right-hand side of the road.
What is the speed limit in Portimao?
The speed limit in Portimao follows the national speed limits and you will find zones that are capped at 30 kmph due to the presence of residential areas or schools. The rest of built up areas tend to have a speed limit of 50 kmph (30 mph), and outside the built up areas the limit is normally around 90 kmph (55 mph), depending on the signposts. The motorway has a speed limit of 120 kmph, or 70 mph, which you must adhere to.
Where are the best places to park in Portimao?
You can find a free car park on the street called Estr. Da Rocha, but other than that, the majority of the city requires you to either pay for a space in a car park or to pay on the street. The parking on-street is operated by the usual pay and display process where you get a ticket from a parking meter and display it in the window. There is a 24h carpark near the Praia dos tres Castelos beach, that is called Parking Portimao.
Portimão car rental reviews and directory
VisaCar
10,0
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9.0
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9,2
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Dollar
10,0
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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Guerin
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Sixt
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Europcar
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Avis
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Autorent Car Rental
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Stand Starsul
+351 21 942 6300
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Av.tomas Cabreira
+351 282 424 465
Praia Dos Tres Irmaos, Hotel Prainha
+351 282 424 114
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Trav Luis Maravilhas, Lote 40
+351 707 282 700
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+351 282 419 724
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+351 289 300 200
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Portimão
+351 289 819 960
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Av.tomas Cabreira Ed.belo Horizonte
+351 282 424 465
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All Travel Agency Av. Tomas Cabreira, Loja 18, Praia Da Rocha
+351 926 081 577
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Avenida Tomas de Cabreira, Ed. Casa da Praia, loja 18. 8500, Praia da Rocha.
+351 926 081 577
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