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Car hires in Funchal, Madeira

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Funchal, Portugal
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Funchal, Portugal
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Car hire insight and trends in Funchal

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Funchal

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Funchal?

The cheapest car hire in Funchal are generally found through Way2Azores Rent. When booking with Way2Azores Rent, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £2/day. The average price to hire a car in Funchal is £9/day.

What car hire company in Funchal has the most locations?

Sunnycars has the most locations of any car hire company in Funchal, with 8 locations.

What car do most people hire in Funchal?

Most momondo users will hire the Citroen C3 in Funchal, though hiring the Fiat Panda is a popular second choice according to our data. If you’re interested in hiring the Citroen C3, prices are £16 per day on average. Some users have found Citroen C3 hire deals in Funchal for as low as £3 per day. Fiat Panda hires in Funchal are £21 per day on average, with some of the cheapest deals at £3 per day.

Best deals found for Funchal, Madeira car hires

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Funchal, Madeira
Economy£16/day
Compact£14/day
Mini£17/day
Passenger van£95/day
Convertible£24/day
Intermediate SUV£18/day
Compact estate car£19/day
Compact SUV£23/day
Best rates found by momondo users in the past 48 hours.

Important information about Funchal car hire

How to get from Funchal Airport (FNC) to the rental car centre

When you arrive at Funchal Airport, it’s easy to get to the car hire centres. Once you have passed through immigration and bag collection at FNC Airport you should make your way out of the main terminal Arrivals exit and keep to the right. You can follow the ‘Car Rental’ signs, which will take you to a range of company branches, such as SIXT. Alternatively, you can get a Funchal car hire in the centre of the city. Buses and shuttles depart from outside the airport terminal to Teleférico-Término and take you to the city relatively quickly. You will need to pay for this transportation. From here, you can get to popular car hire companies, such as Renting Madeira on Rua Da Alegria, in just a short walk.

What documentation do I need to rent a car in Funchal, Portugal?

When you get a Funchal car hire, it’s important that you ensure you have the correct documentation before you arrive. Requirements may vary between agencies, so you should check with your provider beforehand. In general though, you must be 19 years of age to hire a car in Funchal. However, you must have held your licence for a minimum of one year. There will also be vehicle restrictions for younger drivers, whilst drivers under a certain age can expect to pay a surcharge too. You must provide the car hire company with a valid driving licence and passport. If your licence uses letters from a non-Roman alphabet, you’ll also need to provide an international driver’s licence. You can pay for your Funchal car hire using most major credit, but they must be in the main driver’s name.

What driving laws should I keep an eye out for in Funchal?

Funchal road laws are the same as in mainland Portugal, so you should familiarise yourself with Portuguese road safety ahead of driving. In Funchal, you will drive on the right-hand side of the road. Everyone in the vehicle must also wear a seat belt throughout the journey. Whereas children under 12, or smaller than 135 cm, must be in a suitable child seat. If your child is under three years of age they can be in a child seat in the front of the car, providing the air bag is deactivated. Drink-driving is taken very seriously in Portugal, and anyone found to have a blood alcohol content of more than 0.05% will be prosecuted accordingly. You must also stick to the speed limits in Madeira. These are 90 km/h (56 mph) on motorways, and 50 km/h (31 mph) in mountains and urban areas.

Can I drive to other regions or countries with a rental car from Funchal?

As Funchal is on the island of Madeira, you will be unable to take your Funchal car hire to other countries. However, this doesn’t’ stop you from exploring the rest of the island with ease. The ER101 is a dual carriageway that takes you around the coast of the entire island. Whereas the ER103 and VE4 help you go from north to south faster. There is also a car ferry that goes to Porto Santo Island, the only other inhabited island of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. You should speak to your car hire agency to see if you can take your vehicle on this ferry. Taking your car to Porto Santo without permission could void your insurance. As most of Porto Santo's main attractions are to the south of the island, where the ferry port is, you should be able to make the journey as a foot passenger.


Funchal, Madeira car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Funchal that's right for you

Small cars

£12 - £39

All Car Types

£22 - £63

The average price of a small car hire in Funchal, Portugal is £25. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Funchal, Portugal is in January. The price is 54% lower than the rest of the year at just £12 per day. A small car rental is typically 34% less expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Funchal small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Funchal, Portugal is £48. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Funchal, Portugal is in February. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just £29 per day. A medium car rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a large car hire in Funchal, Portugal is £90. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Funchal, Portugal is in January. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just £56 per day. A large car rental is typically 57% more expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Funchal, Portugal is £36. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Funchal, Portugal is in January. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just £18 per day. A SUV rental is typically 6% less expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Funchal SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Funchal, Portugal is £112. The cheapest time to hire a van in Funchal, Portugal is in January. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just £71 per day. A van rental is typically 66% more expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Funchal van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Funchal, Portugal is £136. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Funchal, Portugal is in March. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just £86 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 72% more expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a convertible hire in Funchal, Portugal is £53. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Funchal, Portugal is in February. The price is 58% lower than the rest of the year at just £23 per day. A convertible rental is typically 28% more expensive than the average rental car in Funchal. The average price of a car hire in Funchal can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Skoda Kamiq
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£14/day

4 Apr - 2 May
Skoda Kamiq
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£16/day

11 May - 13 May
Volkswagen Polo
Ford Ka
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£17/day

25 Mar - 21 Jun
Ford Ka

Funchal car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Funchal, Madeira

Insular Car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

BRAVACAR

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Driving Madeira Rent A Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Rodavante

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Budget

7.6
Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Avis

5.9
Fair
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

5.1

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

4.5

Sunnycars

8 locations

Free2Move

3 locations

Quick facts about car hire in Funchal

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Funchal

Most Popular Agency

FunchalDrive Rent-a-car

Popular Car Types

Economy, Mini, Compact

Cheapest Hire Car

£8

Most Popular Model

Seat Mii
The most popular Funchal car hire agency found on momondo this month is FunchalDrive Rent-a-car. Other top choices for car hire companies are Way2Azores Rent and RentX Car Rental
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Funchal in the past 72 hours: Economy, Mini, Compact.
The lowest price for a car hire in Funchal is £8/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £23/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Funchal in the past 7 days is the Seat Mii. Our users also prefer the Renault Twingo as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your car hire pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular car hire locations in Funchal

Nearby attractions:

Town Square8.5 mi
Madeira Casino9.0 mi

Nearby attractions:

Town Square43.7 mi
Madeira Casino44.2 mi

Nearby attractions:

Madeira Casino1.7 mi
Town Square2.2 mi

Hire a car near one of these popular hotels in Funchal

Below are the most popular hotels in Funchal
Pestana Casino Park

Pestana Casino Park

Rua Imperatriz D. Amélia, 55, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.2 mi from city centre

Pestana Carlton Madeira

Pestana Carlton Madeira

Largo António Nobre, nº 1, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.4 mi from city centre

Next - Savoy Signature

Next - Savoy Signature

Rua Carvalho Araújo 8, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.3 mi from city centre

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.4 mi from city centre

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Avenida do Infante, 25, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.2 mi from city centre

Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel

Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel

Estrada Monumental 302, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

1.1 mi from city centre

Pestana Royal

Pestana Royal

Estrada Monumental, Nr. 275, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

2.0 mi from city centre

Pestana Grand

Pestana Grand

23 Rua da Ponta da Cruz, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

1.9 mi from city centre

Hotel Escola

Hotel Escola

Travessa Dos Piornais - Sao Martinho,33 0 ., Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

1.9 mi from city centre

The Views Baia - Adults Only

The Views Baia - Adults Only

Rua Das Maravilhas, 74, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.3 mi from city centre

Melia Madeira Mare

Melia Madeira Mare

Rua Leichlingen, Nº 2-4, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

1.2 mi from city centre

Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature

Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature

Rua Carvalho Araujo 1, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.4 mi from city centre

Enotel Lido

Enotel Lido

Rua Simplicio Dos Passos Gouveia, 29, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

1.3 mi from city centre

Pestana CR7 Funchal

Pestana CR7 Funchal

Av. Sá Carneiro, Praça do Mar, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.1 mi from city centre

Residencial Greco

Residencial Greco

Rua do Carmo, 16, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.7 mi from city centre

Dorisol Estrelicia Hotel

Dorisol Estrelicia Hotel

Rua da Casa Branca, 98, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

1.0 mi from city centre

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.6 mi from city centre

Enotel Magnólia

Enotel Magnólia

Rua Dr Pita 6, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

0.5 mi from city centre


Driving with a car hire in Funchal - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Funchal so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to hire a car in Funchal, Portugal in April?

Our data shows that for weekend car hire deals during April in Funchal, you can expect to pay around £22. A particularly good deal might be around £4, which is the lowest quote for Funchal we've seen so far. For a week-long hire, the lowest price was £3, with more options around the £26 mark.

Is there a fee to cancel my Funchal, Portugal car hire?

The majority of the Funchal car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Funchal such as Centauro, Europcar, and Driving Madeira Rent A Car often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

What is the best type of car to hire in Funchal during April?

When temperatures average 18 °C and precipitation is 30 mm, your best car hire option for the month of April is a convertible. Renting a convertible in Funchal is an exciting way to see the area without having to worry about the weather being uncooperative. However, it is always a good idea to check the forecast before you travel and make any adjustments to your car hire plans. Hiring a Convertible in Funchal will cost you £62/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Funchal, Portugal?

When you hire a car in Funchal, you should abide by the city’s 35 mph speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Funchal are 65 mph and 75 mph, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Funchal.

What is the weather like in Funchal, Portugal in March?

During the month of March the average temperature in Funchal is 17 °C and the expected precipitation is 56 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Funchal.

Is the weather in Funchal similar to the rest of Madeira?

If you’re looking for a Funchal hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of March it’s important to know that the rest of Madeira typically has a temperature of 16 °C and will usually expect 58 mm of precipitation.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Funchal?

Prices for cars in Funchal are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Funchal?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Funchal?

Among different countries, including Funchal, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Funchal?

When renting a car in Funchal, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Funchal?

You should book a car hire in Funchal using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Funchal?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Funchal, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Funchal with free cancellation?

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in Funchal which offer free cancellation.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Funchal on momondo?

Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car hire locations including Funchal.

Can I find a car hire in Funchal which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Funchal.

Can I search for car hire in Funchal with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, car hire deals in Funchal with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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