Car Rental at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport
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Cheapest car rental rates
Mini
Renault Twingo or similar
$43.90 per day
Economy
Renault Clio or similar
$54.48 per day
Compact SUV
Citroen C3 Aircross or similar
$87.50 per day
Intermediate SUV
Volkswagen T-Roc or similar
$132.83 per day
Most popular car rental deals
Full-size
Opel Crossland or similar
$133.62 per day
Mini
Hyundai i10 or similar
$52.34 per day
Economy
Toyota Yaris or similar
$69.48 per day
Compact
Ford Focus or similar
$74.13 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 3:30 AM on 5/15/25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
Portuguese
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+351
Average car rental price
$81 per day
Average car rental length
4 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h or 50 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport travel guide
Not to be confused with its namesakes in Indonesia and Guatemala, Flores is one of the two westernmost islands of the Azores. Remote even in the context of this Atlantic archipelago, it is actually on the North American tectonic plate. These are three of its most interesting attractions:
- Santa Cruz das Flores. Despite having only 2,000 permanent inhabitants, Santa Cruz is the main settlement on Flores - and one of the most interesting places to visit! Located on the eastern shore and thus facing its Azorean sisters, it is located right next to the airport and often forms a base for exploring the rest of the island. Don’t miss out on the island museum that’s located in a repurposed building that used to host a monastery.
- Flores Nature Park. Taking up much of the north and west of the island, this is one of the most recently established but also one of the most scenic areas in all of the Azores. Characterized by deciduous forests and snow-capped peaks, but also wild beaches and volcanic lakes, it is a great place for hiking or simply a long day outdoors. Make sure to check out the visitors center to learn more about local ecosystems, including the whales that can often be spotted off the coast of Flores!
- Fajã Grande. Situated inside the aforementioned nature park, the village of Fajã Grande deserves a special mention as it’s been called the westernmost settlement of Europe (though some would claim that Flores and the neighboring island of Corvo are the easternmost settlements of North America). Even if you don’t care for such geographical oddities, the place is certainly worth a visit for its impressive waterfall and delicious local cuisine.
Top international routes
- Ponta Delgada
- Horta
- Corvo
- Terceira
Main airlines
Ponta Delgada
Horta
Lajes
Corvo
Terminals
The single airport terminal serves all arrivals and departures.
Location
Flores Airport is in the Santa Cruz das Flores parish of Flores Island. Any destination on the island that’s accessible by car can be reached in 30 minutes or less.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $80 per day
- Large cars - from $134 per day
- Medium cars - from $74 per day
- Vans - from $112 per day
- Small cars - from $44 per day
- SUVs - from $78 per day
Car rental desks
Some of the desks are inside the airport terminal. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
Santa Cruz das Flores Airport is very likely the smallest public airport that you’ll ever visit. Nonetheless, you’ll find a small and cozy shop where you can buy food, handicrafts, works of art, and CDs made by local artists. The airport is partially equipped for passengers with reduced mobility. Special assistance is also available, but make sure to contact your airline at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service. Keep in mind that the airport is only open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day.
Nearest gas station
There is a Galp gas station located across the street for the airport; therefore, you don't have to worry about founding a station before you reach the airport.
Airport info
Santa Cruz das Flores Airport (FLW)
- IATA: FLW
- ICAO: LPFL
- Name: Santa Cruz das Flores Airport (FLW)
- Distance from city: 0.6 miles / 1 km
Top 9 locations near Santa Cruz das Flores Airport
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233.2 km / 144.9 miles away
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239.5 km / 148.8 miles away
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253.1 km / 157.3 miles away
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269.9 km / 167.7 miles away
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357 km / 221.8 miles away
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508.2 km / 315.8 miles away
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511.3 km / 317.7 miles away
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511.8 km / 318 miles away
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589.3 km / 366.2 miles away
Map of car rental locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport is January — when rental costs average $17.95 per day. This is 67% cheaper than the yearly average and 84% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $113.99 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in December the average rental period is 7 days, while in March, the average rental period is only 4 days.
Average number of rental days at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in December.
Monthly searches at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Ilha Verde, Autatlantis, Avis, Europcar |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Vans, Medium cars |
| Lowest price | $44 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Ilha Verde |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilha Verde | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ilha Verde | Renault Clio | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Ilha Verde | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Autatlantis | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Autatlantis | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Autatlantis | Volkswagen Up | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Avis | Renault Clio | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ilha Verde | Renault Captur | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ilha Verde | Hyundai Kauai | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Autatlantis | Opel Corsa | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
FP
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Up
9/16/24
Incredible scenery 
HO
United States of America (USA)
Renault Clio
9/11/24
Amazing views of waterfalls and the ocean. Flowers everywhere. 
KB
United States of America (USA)
Opel Corsa
6/12/24
Picnics all over the island and driving to miradouros and hiking spots.
EL
Israel
Renault Clio
6/12/24
The Azores are wonderful
PG
Canada
Renault Clio
8/27/23
Flores is truly beautiful and it wasn't overrun by tourism
WV
Netherlands
Renault Clio STW
8/2/23
Lto’s of nature, walking, bost trips
MB
France
Hyundai i10
7/29/23
The island is beautiful and peaceful
MH
Luxembourg
Hyundai i10
4/12/23
Flkres is an amazing island
LS
Belarus
Volkswagen Up
12/12/22
Nature here is so beautiful!
SS
United States of America (USA)
Renault Captur
10/8/21
What I don't like has nothing with Ilha Verde. It's Renault car - diesel with economy engine, typical for many European cars.
VG
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
7/21/19
Absolutely necessary to have a car to see all the places worth visiting!
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Autatlantis
9.1 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Avis
7.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
38
Total rental companies
6
Average daily price
$81.03
Lowest daily price
$43.90
Total cars available
53
Top 6 suppliers at Santa Cruz das Flores Airport in 2025
+351961393996
Aeroporto Flores, 9970-320, Santa Cruz das Flores
$69 - $198
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 19:00
Tue:
08:00 - 19:00
Wed:
08:00 - 19:00
Thu:
08:00 - 19:00
Fri:
08:00 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 19:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
SIXT
+351255788199
Aeroporto das Flores
$69 - $198
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 19:00
Tue:
08:00 - 19:00
Wed:
08:00 - 19:00
Thu:
08:00 - 19:00
Fri:
08:00 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 19:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
+0351292542372 / +351910546619
Aeroporto das Flores - 9970-320 Santa Cruz - Flores
$44 - $167
Working hours
Mon:
08:30 - 17:00
Tue:
08:30 - 17:00
Wed:
08:30 - 17:00
Thu:
08:30 - 17:00
Fri:
08:30 - 17:00
Sat:
09:00 - 18:30
Sun:
09:00 - 18:30
Keddy
+351292542372
AEROPORTO DAS FLORES
$44 - $167
Working hours
Mon:
08:30 - 17:00
Tue:
07:30 - 16:00
Wed:
08:30 - 17:00
Thu:
07:30 - 16:00
Fri:
08:30 - 17:00
Sat:
08:30 - 17:00
Sun:
08:30 - 17:00
Europcar
+351292542372
AEROPORTO DAS FLORES
$78 - $133
Working hours
Mon:
08:30 - 17:00
Tue:
07:30 - 16:00
Wed:
08:30 - 17:00
Thu:
07:30 - 16:00
Fri:
08:30 - 17:00
Sat:
08:30 - 17:00
Sun:
08:30 - 17:00
Avis
+351292542372
Aeroporto Das Flores
$54
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 19:00
Tue:
08:00 - 19:00
Wed:
08:00 - 19:00
Thu:
08:00 - 19:00
Fri:
08:00 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 19:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
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