The best way to rent a car at Porto Airport through FindYCar

The best way to rent a car at Porto Airport through FindYCar

It's easy to book cars, large or small, at any of the country's major airports. Just follow this guide, and you won't get lost:

  1. Select the vehicle you think is ideal.
  2. Book now, fill out all fields, and add any extras you need.
  3. Make sure the desired locations are set to Porto Airport (OPO). Pay now to confirm your reservation with a 20-100% prepayment.
Location

Location

  • You are free to specify any location you prefer to collect your vehicle (this could be a city, airport, or delivery)
  • Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.
Booking

Booking

  • Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
  • Book a car through our website and make the payment online
  • You will receive an email voucher with the rental company’s contact details and pick-up instructions.
Pick-Up

Pick-Up

  • When collecting the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driving licence, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
  • Sign the rental agreement, collect the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Rental Porto Airport: Best of FindYCar

Car Hire Porto Airport
Car Hire Porto Airport

Portugal is a beautiful country all year round, definitely worth a visit. Here you’ll find plenty of sunny days, luxurious beaches, cosy cafés and restaurants serving masterpieces of local and international cuisine, and a wealth of fascinating activities you’ll want to try.

To keep up with your busy schedule, it’s best to hire a car at Porto Airport as soon as you start planning your trip. This is the perfect way to get the most out of any trip and see even more:

  • Stroll across the Dom Luís I Bridge
  • Admire one of the most famous bookstores, Livraria Lello
  • Climb the Clérigos Tower & Church for panoramic views of the entire city and unforgettable Instagram photos
  • Enjoy the colourful palette of houses in the Ribeira District.

Reimagine your Western European coastal travel with helpful add-ons from FindYCar. No credit card, additional driver, insurance (CDW, Full Coverage), cash payment, no deposit, a child safety seat (up to 14 years), and much more to suit your taste and budget.

What’s the price of car hire at Porto Airport?

You can expect very good value when you hire a car at Porto Airport. There are always plenty of offers for all types of vehicles in the following price ranges:

  • Economy cars: €33–€52 per day
  • Mid-range cars: €40–€56 per day
  • SUVs and minivans: €49–€60 per day
  • Luxury cars: €110+ per day

To keep your hire budget as low as possible, many recommend planning your trip during the mid-season, away from the summer peak. However, there are other equally effective ways to reduce your daily rate:

  • Choose a manual transmission and fewer optional extras
  • Plan a long-term car hire
  • Compare prices
  • Start your hire on weekdays (Monday–Wednesday is optimal).

A little more information on how to best compare prices on FindYCar:

Table of rental prices for popular cars at Porto Airport (Francisco Sá Carneiro) by season

Car model Body type Passengers Luggage capacity Price per day (low season) Price per day (high season)
Citroën C1 Mini / Economy 4 1–2 €25 €47
Volkswagen Up! Mini / Economy 4 1–2 €26 €48
Fiat Panda Economy 4–5 2 €27 €49
Renault Clio Compact Hatchback 5 2–3 €29 €56
Peugeot 208 Compact Hatchback 5 2–3 €30 €57
Ford Focus Compact / Estate 5 3–4 €34 €62
Peugeot 2008 Compact SUV 5 3–4 €37 €65
Nissan Qashqai Crossover SUV 5 4 €41 €70
BMW 1 Series Premium 5 3–4 €63 €92
BMW 3 Series Luxury Sedan 5 4 €80 €140

⚠️Note: Prices are approximate and may vary depending on the car pick-up location, the rental company, the booking date, the car model, the insurance terms, and the rental period. Prices are usually highest in summer and during holidays due to increased demand. The table shows average market prices and may also include offers for car hire at Porto Airport with no deposit and no credit card, where available.

Chart of car rental prices at Porto Airport: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

Our experience shows that the lowest car rental prices at Porto Airport were in January at €9, while the highest average price was recorded in August at €31. Our results show that the difference between the minimum and maximum price reached 244%.

Statistics also show that August was 91% more expensive than the annual average, while January was 45% cheaper. The most affordable period for booking was during winter and early spring, while the highest prices were recorded in summer.

These prices were collected based on confirmed car bookings through FindYCar. The statistics include all car types and vehicle classes, as well as confirmed bookings through our website for car rental at Porto Airport with no deposit and no credit card.

9 €
JAN
10 €
FEB
11 €
MAR
14 €
APR
15 €
MAY
16 €
JUN
29 €
JUL
31 €
AUG
16 €
SEP
14 €
OCT
11 €
NOV
19 €
DEC

Hiring a car at Porto Airport: What documents do I need?

You need no more than three:

  • Driving licence
  • Passport
  • Credit card.

Please note that only valid documents can be used for car hire at Porto Airport.

Traffic Rules

Traffic Rules

Renting a car at Porto Airport requires basic knowledge of local traffic rules. Fortunately, in Portugal, you only need five:

  1. Stay sober. The alcohol limit for new drivers is only 0.02% (0.05% for experienced drivers).
  2. Fasten your seatbelt.
  3. Traffic drives on the right side of the road.
  4. 30-50 km/h is the maximum speed in the city. On open roads or motorways, you can drive up to 100-120 km/h.
  5. Don't be distracted by your phone or gadgets.
Parking

Parking

Most areas of the city have numerous parking zones, both free and paid.

During peak season, you can expect to pay up to €2–€4 per hour.

Petrol Stations

Petrol Stations

Diesel and petrol can be found at reasonable prices, ranging from €1.65 to €1.90.

Most petrol stations accept all bank cards and phone payments, but we recommend always having some cash with you.

Toll Roads

Toll Roads

The average cost of driving on a toll road in Portugal is €1–€10.

Payment can be made automatically via EasyToll or a transponder as soon as you enter the road.