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Car rental offers Porto Airport

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable car for the lowest price. Below are a few examples from our selection in Porto Airport.

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Rental car options at Porto Airport

The following car rental companies received the highest ratings in Porto Airport. Compare the ratings and prices of these rental companies with a single search.

  • Sixt

    9.4 (3316)
    From £ 12 / day
  • Rent a star

    9.3 (786)
    From £ 2 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.9 (1921)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Alamo

    8.6 (8619)
    From £ 10 / day
  • Budget

    8.6 (9604)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Drivalia

    8.5 (535)
    From £ 6 / day
  • Goldcar

    8.5 (5469)
    From £ 5 / day
  • Guerin

    8.4 (1061)
    From £ 7 / day
  • Hertz

    8.2 (6852)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Drive On Holidays

    8.2 (1244)
    From £ 4 / day
  • Record Go

    7.6 (1558)
    From £ 4 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.4 (4314)
    From £ 11 / day
  • OK Mobility

    7.4 (211)
    From £ 5 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.2 (3331)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Goldcar Key'n Go

    7.2 (103)
    From £ 16 / day
  • Europcar

    7.2 (8061)
    From £ 9 / day
  • Thrifty

    7.2 (5438)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Avis

    7.1 (5940)
    From £ 12 / day
  • Green Motion

    7 (1887)
    From £ 4 / day
  • SurPrice car rentals

    6.9 (471)
    From £ 4 / day
  • InterRent

    6.8 (5827)
    No rates available
  • Turisprime

    6.8 (562)
    From £ 6 / day
  • Centauro

    6.8 (4936)
    From £ 5 / day
  • Rhodium Car Rental

    6.6 (163)
    No rates available
  • Klass Wagen

    6.5 (75)
    From £ 3 / day
  • Drive4Less

    6.4 (35)
    No rates available
  • Drive and go

    6.4 (268)
    No rates available
  • FireFly Car Rental

    6 (3811)
    From £ 5 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8.1 (402)
    No rates available
  • Your Rent

    7.7 (49)
    No rates available
  • Flizzr

    6.9 (305)
    From £ 9 / day
  • Carwiz rent a car

    7.4 (542)
    No rates available
  • CITROEN

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Bravacar

    7.4 (77)
    No rates available

Porto Airport average daily price per month

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), February is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), February is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), February is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), January is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), January is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), January is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Porto Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Porto Airport), February is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Porto Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Porto Airport), January is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a sports car?

At this destination (Porto Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a sports car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a sports car, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a convertible?

At this destination (Porto Airport), November is the most affordable time to rent a convertible with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a convertible, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Porto Airport - When is the most affordable time to rent a delivery van?

At this destination (Porto Airport), January is the most affordable time to rent a van with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a van, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental location Porto Airport

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Porto Airport Guide

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Located in northern Portugal, Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport, also known as Porto Airport, is the second-busiest airport in the country. It is situated less than seven miles northwest of the city centre of Porto and is easily accessible. Car hire in Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport is one of the most popular transportation options because driving in Portugal is easy and a good way to explore the coastal areas of Porto. Other public transportation options from the airport include buses, taxis and metro.

Who to Book With
Numerous international car hire companies offer their services at Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport. These include: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt and National. The desks of these companies are all located in the Arrivals terminal. Generally, for long distances, car hire is cheaper than using taxis.

Need to Know Essentials
Passengers will have to show the following paperwork to pick up a rental vehicle:

- UK driver’s licence (both parts) or an International Driving Permit
- Credit card with which the car hire booking was made
- A passport or photo ID
- Booking confirmation number

For more info read our FAQ's.

Driving
Seatbelts are mandatory for all passengers while driving in Portugal. It is a requirement for all drivers to have their driver’s licence and vehicle registration (or car hire documents) documents on hand. Petrol stations are generally open between 07:00 to 22:00. However, there are 24-hour petrol stations on motorways and in major cities. Portugal has a variety of toll roads and renters who plan to drive long distance should ask their car hire company if an electronic toll device is available. If not, tolls can be paid by cash or credit card at the toll booth. Children 12 years and under cannot be a front seat passenger, while the use of a car seat is compulsory for toddlers under the age of three.

See our guide to Portugal for more information on driving here.

Transport

The city of Porto is close to the airport and many passengers decide to self-drive. Another convenient transportation option is the metro, which is clean, safe and reliable. Local buses also service the airport, providing connections to different parts of Porto. Taxis are also an option, but are considered the most expensive means of transportation. The journey to the city centre of Porto takes less than 30 minutes regardless of transportation choice.

Trains
There are no trains from the airport, but there is a metro. Operated by Metro do Porto, the metro is a convenient transportation option. There are six metro lines, from A to F, with line E, or the Purple Line, operating the airport route. The airport metro station is located just a 50 metre walk from the Arrivals zone. The metro trip to the city centre takes roughly 40 minutes and costs just over £1. Visitors may consider buying an Andante, which is a re-chargeable ticket. From the city centre station of Estacao de Camphanha, connections are available to Lisbon, Minho and Douro, while Estacao de S. Bento station serves connections to Aveiro, Coimbra, Douro, Galicia and Minho.

Taxis
Taxis are readily available just outside the Arrivals area of the airport. All taxis are metered and the trip to the city centre takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Rates are roughly 20 per cent higher during evenings, bank holidays and weekends.

Taxi prices:
Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport to Porto city centre is about £18
Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport to Leca da Plameira is about £20
Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport to Viane do Castelo is about £70
Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport to Braga is about £60

Buses
There are shuttle buses from Porto Francisco sa Carneiro Airport to Porto city centre. The Terravision bus service from the airport travels to Boavista and Aliados (city centre locations). The journey takes roughly 25 minutes and tickets cost £4 (children under the age of four travel for free). Buses run about once every hour. There are also public STCP buses, and routes 601, 602 and 604 operate from the airport to the city centre. Tickets cost roughly £1.

Facilities

Terminals
The single terminal airport is an important airline hub for the northern region of Portugal. The airport handles over five million passengers a year, with connections to major European cities. Both seasonal and scheduled flights fly into the airport with Iberia, Lufthansa, Luxair and Ryanair.

Parking
The airport offers ample 24-hour parking, with over 2,000 spaces on offer. The car parks are: P0, P1, P4 and P6. All car parks offer both short- and long-term parking options. Parking is free for the first 30 minutes, each additional 30 minutes is charged at around £0.60 and full-day parking is £9. Long-term parking is cheaper at the P3/P4 car parks, which charge daily rates of about £5.

Wi-Fi
Wireless internet is available throughout the airport. Information on flights and airport facilities are free of charge. However, additional internet access is not free. Travellers should contact the information desk for rates and to obtain a password.

Information Services
There is one information desk located on the third floor of the Departures area. The desk is open from 05:00 to 23:00. Travellers can also use the 24-hour information kiosks.

Useful Numbers
Service Centre: +351 229 432 400
Parking Information: +351 229 410 787

Accessibility
The airport complies with EU regulations on disabled access, with specially equipped toilets, lifts, ramps and telephones. Wheelchairs are available free of charge upon request, but must be booked directly through the traveller’s airline.

Restaurants and Bars
There are plenty of restaurants and bars at the airport for travellers to choose from. Whether it is self-service, fast food or full-service, there are options both before and after security check.

VIP Lounges
Navigator Lounge

Money and ATMs
There are ATMs, a bank branch and a bureau de change on all floors of the terminal building.

Shopping
Most of the shopping at the airport is in the Departures area on the third floor. Travellers will find shops selling, fashion, electronics, books and Portuguese souvenirs, as well as duty-free items and a pharmacy. Duty-free shopping is only available for those flying outside the EU.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 km/h
  • Language
    Portuguese
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Sixt
  • Rent a star
  • Enterprise
  • Alamo
  • Budget
  • Drivalia
  • Goldcar
  • Guerin
  • Hertz
  • Drive On Holidays
  • Record Go
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • OK Mobility
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Goldcar Key'n Go
  • Europcar
  • Thrifty
  • Avis
  • Green Motion
  • SurPrice car rentals
  • InterRent
  • Turisprime
  • Centauro
  • Rhodium Car Rental
  • Klass Wagen
  • Drive4Less
  • Drive and go
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • National Car Rental
  • Your Rent
  • Flizzr
  • Carwiz rent a car
  • CITROEN
  • Bravacar
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