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Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Manual
4
A/C
5
$45.29
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
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Fiat Tipo
or similar Compact
Manual
5
A/C
5
$62.68
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
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Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate Crossover
Manual
5
A/C
5
$130.26
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
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Dacia Sandero Stepway
or similar Economy SUV
Manual
5
A/C
5
$62.68
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
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Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
5
$45.73
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
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Fiat Panda
or similar Mini Elite
Manual
5
A/C
5
$62.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de São Jorge Queimada, EN1, 9800-308, Velas
The representative will be waiting at the rental desk in Terminal.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de São Jorge Queimada, EN1, 9800-308, Velas
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Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
4
$69.34
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de São Jorge Queimada, EN1, 9800-308, Velas
The representative will be waiting at the rental desk in Terminal.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de São Jorge Queimada, EN1, 9800-308, Velas
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Renault Clio
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
5
$70.07
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
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Mitsubishi Space Star
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$70.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
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Skoda Fabia
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$73.38
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
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Hyundai Kauai
or similar Compact SUV
Manual
5
A/C
5
$74.49
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
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Nissan Juke
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$76.95
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
Meet & Greet
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Upon arrival, contact the staff via call or WhatsApp. One of the representatives will then meet you and escort you to the office by shuttle.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Excellent service
Online check-in
Renault Captur
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$86.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
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High deposit
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Excellent service
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Ford Focus STW
or similar Compact Estate/Wagon
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$117.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
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High deposit
Unlimited mileage
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Excellent service
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Dacia Jogger
or similar Intermediate Van
Manual
7
A/C
5
$150.12
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport info
- Top 9 locations near Sao Jorge Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Sao Jorge Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Sao Jorge Airport
- Car rental statistics
- Top 8 suppliers at Sao Jorge Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
Portuguese
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+351
Average car rental price
$96 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%
Average gas price
$1.95 per liter or $7.38 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.90 per liter or $7.19 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.22 per liter or $8.40 per gallon
Rating
9.8 / 10
Airport info
Name
Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ)
IATA
SJZ
ICAO
LPSJ
Distance from city
3.7 miles / 6 km
Overall rating
7.9 / 10
Getting to the airport
9.6
Check-in and departures
8.9
Terminal facilities
6.8
Wi-Fi
9.3
Restaurants and car rental services
6.4
Lounge
6.4
Top 9 locations near Sao Jorge Airport
- Pico Airportfrom $43.19 per day26.2 km / 16.28 miles away
- Horta Portfrom $69.59 per day41.8 km / 25.97 miles away
- Horta Airportfrom $70.54 per day49.7 km / 30.88 miles away
- Lajes Air Base Terceirafrom $37.15 per day94.7 km / 58.84 miles away
- Ponta Delgada Airportfrom $23.47 per day238.8 km / 148.38 miles away
- Ponta Delgada (Downtown)from $23.12 per day241.9 km / 150.31 miles away
- Ponta Delgada Portfrom $36.31 per day242.3 km / 150.56 miles away
- Santa Cruz das Flores Airportfrom $86.91 per day269.9 km / 167.71 miles away
- Santa Maria Airportfrom $43.96 per day324.3 km / 201.51 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Car Alliance
Aeródromo de São Jorge Fajã da Queimada, Santo Amaro, 9800-301 Velas, Portugal
B
SIXT
Aeroporto de São Jorge
C
Ilha Verde
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
D
Keddy
AEROPORTO DE SAO JORGE
E
AddCar
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
When to book at Sao Jorge Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Sao Jorge Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Sao Jorge Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthFebruary | Most expensive month August | ||
| Average price $85 | A good deal $80 | Cheapest supplier Avis | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day at Sao Jorge Airport
$116
$58
$0
$14
in January
Jan
$13
in February
Feb
$19
in March
Mar
$34
in April
Apr
$44
in May
May
$82
in June
Jun
$94
in July
Jul
$105
in August
Aug
$67
in September
Sep
$28
in October
Oct
$22
in November
Nov
$16
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Sao Jorge Airport is February — when rental costs average $12.83 per day. This is 85% cheaper than the yearly average and 88% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average $105.33 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.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Sao Jorge Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Sao Jorge Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in September, while they are least likely to rent in in December.
Monthly searches at Sao Jorge Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
2.3
1.2
0
0.2 times in January
Jan
0.4 times in February
Feb
0.6 times in March
Mar
0.8 times in April
Apr
1.1 times in May
May
2 times in June
Jun
1.4 times in July
Jul
1.4 times in August
Aug
2.1 times in September
Sep
1.3 times in October
Oct
0.6 times in November
Nov
0.1 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Sao Jorge Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in February the average rental period is 5 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average number of rental days at Sao Jorge Airport
6
3
0
3 days in January
Jan
5 days in February
Feb
4 days in March
Mar
4 days in April
Apr
4 days in May
May
4 days in June
Jun
4 days in July
Jul
3 days in August
Aug
3 days in September
Sep
4 days in October
Oct
5 days in November
Nov
5 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Ilha Verde, Autatlantis, AddCar, Car Alliance, Prime Azores |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs, vans, station wagons |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $57 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Avis |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilha Verde | Renault Twingo | 3 | Small car |
| Ilha Verde | Renault Clio | 5 | Small car |
| Autatlantis | Fiat Panda | 5 | Small car |
| Autatlantis | Toyota Yaris | 4 | Small car |
| Ilha Verde | Hyundai i10 | 5 | Small car |
| AddCar | Fiat Panda | 3 | Small car |
| Autatlantis | Volkswagen Up | 5 | Small car |
| Car Alliance | Kia Picanto | 4 | Small car |
| Ilha Verde | Renault Captur | 5 | SUV |
| Car Alliance | Dacia Sandero Stepway | 5 | SUV |
Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Sao Jorge Airport
10
Average rating
Based on 5 reviews
Best month to visit
February
Happiest customers drive
Opel Corsa
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May 21, 2026
Edith Anne D.
Ford Fiesta
Faja do Ouvido is great and less known. Fornos do lava restaurant was very good, welcoming and offered a great view. All local restaurants we went to for lunch were very good and generous
Aug 13, 2025
RIMA F.
Renault Clio
We had Seat Ibiza, the car was not new, but powerful enough to explore Sao Jorge Island.
May 24, 2025
Steve C.
Renault Twingo
First time in the Azores, and we'll be back! Thanks for a wonderful time!!
Jun 7, 2024
Mihai-Mircea B.
Volkswagen Up
Sao Jorge is not an island for tourists, it is for explorers. But if you are a tourist and you visit you will have a fantastic time!
Mar 10, 2024
Louie O.
Toyota Yaris
Mostly enjoyed visiting my family and the great and beautiful region of urzelina.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT (rated 8.7 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Prime Azores (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total number of reviews
14
Total rental companies
8
Average daily price
$96
Lowest daily price
$57
Total cars available
26
Top 8 suppliers at Sao Jorge Airport in 2026
SIXT
8.7
Very Good
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.0
$30
per day
Aeroporto de São Jorge
+351255788199
Show 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
Car Alliance
8.7
Very Good
11 ratings
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
9.0
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
9.1
Drop-off speed
9.4
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.2
$71–$167
per day
Aeródromo de São Jorge Fajã da Queimada, Santo Amaro, 9800-301 Velas, Portugal
+351925520370
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-21:59
Tue
08:00-21:59
Wed
08:00-21:59
Thu
08:00-21:59
Fri
08:00-21:59
Sat
08:00-21:59
Sun
08:00-21:59
8.3
Good
160 ratings
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.8
Agent helpfulness
7.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.1
$184–$299
per day
Aeroporto de Sao Jorge - 9800-308 Velas Sao Jorge
+351295240940 / +351295432141
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
Keddy
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.2
$184–$299
per day
AEROPORTO DE SAO JORGE
+351295432141
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:30
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:30
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:30
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
AddCar
8.2
Good
13 ratings
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.5
Drop-off speed
8.6
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
7.8
$490–$497
per day
Queimada - Santo Amaro - 9800-308 Velas de S. Jorge
+351961535359 / +351925520367 / +351925520370
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-19:30
Tue
08:00-19:30
Wed
08:00-19:30
Thu
08:00-19:30
Fri
08:00-19:30
Sat
08:00-19:30
Sun
08:00-19:30
Europcar
8.0
Good
2 ratings
Value for money
7.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.7
Car condition
7.5
$84–$102
per day
AEROPORTO DE SAO JORGE
+351295432141
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:30
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:30
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:30
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
Avis
8.0
Good
3 ratings
Value for money
7.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
7.8
$57
per day
Sao Jorge Airport
+351295432141
Show 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
Prime Azores
7.9
Average
6 ratings
Value for money
7.2
Ease of finding
7.6
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.8
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
7.9
$57
per day
Aeroporto Ilha De Sao Jorge, 9800-308, Sao Jorge
+351925520367 / +351915962920
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-20:55
Tue
08:00-19:59
Wed
08:00-19:59
Thu
08:00-19:59
Fri
08:00-20:55
Sat
08:00-19:59
Sun
08:00-19:50
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