Car Rental in Funchal
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Downtown Car Rental
Mini
Fiat Panda
or similar

$46.97
per day
Downtown Car Rental
Economy
Renault Clio
or similar

$50.05
per day
Downtown Car Rental
Compact
Hyundai i30
or similar

$54.80
per day
Downtown Car Rental
Intermediate
BMW 1 Series
or similar

$61.91
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Downtown Car Rental
Mini Elite Convertible
Fiat 500 Cabrio
or similar

$74.27
/ per day
Downtown Car Rental
Economy Elite
Volkswagen Polo
or similar

$81.12
/ per day
Downtown Car Rental
Standard SUV
Opel Mokka
or similar

$89.35
/ per day
Downtown Car Rental
Oversized Extended Cab Pickup
Isuzu D-Max
or similar

$91.65
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 22:29 on 2023-05-29. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
Portuguese
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+351
Average car rental price
$68.77 / per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
20 - 50 km/h
12 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 - 120 km/h
56 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$1.95 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$2.18 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.66 per liter
Top 20 Cities near Funchal
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Madeira Car Rentals from $42.58 per day16.4 km / 10.2 miles away
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Porto Santo Car Rentals from $80.76 per day73.0 km / 45.4 miles away
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Lagos Car Rentals from $18.50 per day901.8 km / 560.4 miles away
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Alvor Car Rentals from $23.24 per day910.5 km / 565.8 miles away
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Portimao Car Rentals from $23.57 per day914.3 km / 568.1 miles away
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Carvoeiro Car Rentals from $57.56 per day917.0 km / 569.8 miles away
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Armacao de Pera Car Rentals from $18.50 per day923.7 km / 574.0 miles away
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Albufeira Car Rentals from $17.42 per day934.6 km / 580.7 miles away
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Vilamoura Car Rentals from $23.24 per day943.4 km / 586.2 miles away
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Quarteira Car Rentals from $22.91 per day944.1 km / 586.6 miles away
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Faro Car Rentals from $7.19 per day951.7 km / 591.4 miles away
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Cascais Car Rentals from $18.50 per day955.8 km / 593.9 miles away
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Vila Franca do Campo Car Rentals from $182.43 per day956.3 km / 594.2 miles away
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Estoril Car Rentals from $20.05 per day958.5 km / 595.6 miles away
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Parede Car Rentals from $12.12 per day959.5 km / 596.2 miles away
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962.2 km / 597.9 miles away
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Sintra Car Rentals from $14.09 per day965.1 km / 599.7 miles away
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Almada Car Rentals from $12.12 per day969.8 km / 602.6 miles away
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Setubal Car Rentals from $12.12 per day978.6 km / 608.1 miles away
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Lisbon Car Rentals from $5.04 per day979.9 km / 608.9 miles away
Top 16 Locations near Funchal
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Madeira Airport (Funchal) Car Rentals from $42.58 per day16.4 km / 10.2 miles away
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Porto Santo Airport (Madeira) Car Rentals from $80.76 per day73.0 km / 45.4 miles away
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Downtown Car Rentals from $17.42 per day934.6 km / 580.7 miles away
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Faro Airport Car Rentals from $7.19 per day951.7 km / 591.4 miles away
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975.1 km / 605.9 miles away
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Downtown Car Rentals from $7.25 per day975.9 km / 606.4 miles away
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976.2 km / 606.6 miles away
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Lisbon Alameda Car Rentals from $20.81 per day977.2 km / 607.2 miles away
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Lisbon Airport Car Rentals from $5.04 per day979.9 km / 608.9 miles away
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Lisbon Prior Velho Car Rentals from $7.59 per day981.2 km / 609.7 miles away
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Oriente Train Station Car Rentals from $20.81 per day981.7 km / 610.0 miles away
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1199.8 km / 745.5 miles away
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Porto Boavista Car Rentals from $33.63 per day1199.8 km / 745.5 miles away
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Downtown Car Rentals from $12.12 per day1200.8 km / 746.1 miles away
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Porto Campanha Railway Station Car Rentals from $33.63 per day1201.7 km / 746.7 miles away
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Porto Airport Car Rentals from $5.73 per day1204.8 km / 748.6 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Funchal?
Car rental prices in Funchal vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Funchal
The cheapest month to rent a car in Funchal is January (when prices average $30.74 per day). This is 50% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting in August (when prices average $104.21).
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.
What’s the usual rental length in Funchal?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 6 days, and in February, they keep their car for 5 days.
Average rental length in Funchal
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Funchal?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Funchal is May, and the least popular is October.
Monthly searches in Funchal by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
Car rental locations | 3 |
Popular suppliers | Madeira Rent, Funchal Drive rent a Car, Rentx Car Rental, Driving Madeira Rent A Car, SIXT |
Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
Lowest price | $47 per day |
Cheapest supplier | Funchal Drive rent a Car |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Rentx Car Rental | Opel Corsa Hatchback | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Driving Madeira Rent A Car | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Funchal Drive rent a Car | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Driving Madeira Rent A Car | Renault Clio | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Funchal Drive rent a Car | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
Madeira Rent | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
Driving Madeira Rent A Car | Opel Corsa Hatchback | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
SIXT | Renault Clio | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Madeira Rent | Renault Captur | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Madeira Rent | Peugeot 108 | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
FAQ
Is it a good idea to rent a car in Funchal?
Yes, it definitely is. While the city itself is quite compact, the beauty of Funchal is that it can serve as a base for exploring the rest of the island. Getting around with public transport is possible, but takes a lot of planning and also limits you to the most populated parts of the island – while with your own car, you can practically see it all.
Where should I rent a car in Funchal?
The best place to rent a car in Madeira is the Funchal Airport. Situated some 13 km (8 miles) northeast of the city itself, and also known as Santa Catarina Airport and Cristiano Ronaldo Airport, it has offices of all the international and local rental businesses serving the island. The airport is usually also where you drop off the car at the end of your trip.
Is driving in Funchal difficult?
Not at all. Most of the roads serving the island are in good shape, and while you get the occasional nervous driver like anywhere else, the overall driving culture is rather relaxed and polite. Traveling across the island by car is also a great view to take in some beautiful scenery, especially if you’re driving on one of the coastal roads.
For how long should I rent a car in Funchal?
That is entirely up to you and how much time you’ve got. Most trips take between four and seven days, and more practically minded travelers will tell you that it’s adequate for seeing what is a rather small island. Others will counter that if you scratch beneath the surface, Madeira can be explored and enjoyed for weeks, if not months – as proven by thousands of mainlanders and foreigners who return every year.
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an 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, verified, and trustworthy.
JF
United States of America (USA)
Renault Clio
March 19, 2023
Easy driving if you are good with manual. Roads are very well maintained.
AS
Malta
Opel Corsa Hatchback
March 19, 2023
The trip was amazing and the car was very appropriate considering we did a lot of hikes and went up very steep roads.
RH
Canada
Renault Clio
March 19, 2023
Beautiful island but not for the faint of heart for driving. Roads are steep, narrow and parking is difficult if not impossible in some places.
RD
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
February 28, 2023
Porto Moniz, Santana, a couple of levadas, Porto Santo. All lovely places, easy to get to, even on Madeira's terrifying roads.
AK
Hungary
Opel Corsa Hatchback
February 23, 2023
The sound of the car was sometimes weird but probably because of the hilly roads.
SE
Iceland
Mercedes A Class
February 15, 2023
Exploring Madeira by car is definitely the way to go. Beautiful drives on the winding roads in the mountain. The views are amazing and this is by far the best way to access all the beautiful hiking trails Madeira has to offer.
RM
Portugal
Fiat Punto
January 17, 2023
Madeira is an astonishingly beautiful island, offering a feast for the eyes, taste buds, and all other senses. It certainly merits a visit, and having a car allows you to explore the island on your schedule and your terms. Unfortunately, swimming in the midst of winter is not an option, but then again - there are tourist crowds and most tourist sites are yours to explore in relative piece and quiet.
MF
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
December 11, 2022
very good trip - only negative was some wet and windy weather but it was December
ED
Moldova
Chevrolet Spark
November 28, 2022
It was amazing!
CH
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
November 16, 2022
All good.
AL
Hungary
Peugeot 308
November 14, 2022
Magnificient mountains.
JB
Canada
Fiat 500
May 26, 2022
Smart cars are best to visit Funchal or any European cities for that matter.
TW
Norway
Citroen C3
April 16, 2022
Drive round island in 3 days.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Rentx Car Rental
9.6 / 10
Lowest rated company
Avis
8.4 / 10
Total number of reviews
3
Total rental companies
17
Average daily price
$68.77
Lowest daily price
$23.05
Total cars available
203
Top 17 Suppliers in Funchal in 2023

Rentx Car Rental
1 location
$68 - $136

Madeira Rent
1 location
$54 - $258

Driving Madeira Rent A Car
3 locations
$55 - $81

Global Rent a Car
1 location
$66 - $208

SIXT
1 location
$50 - $83

Enterprise
2 locations
$68 - $478

Budget
1 location
$81 - $140

Guerin
1 location
$55 - $99

Rodavante
1 location
$74 - $209

Keddy
1 location
$62 - $262

Thrifty
1 location

Europcar
1 location
$67 - $131

Funchal Drive rent a Car
1 location
$47 - $103

Bravacar
1 location
$50 - $81

Hertz
1 location
$77 - $93

Renting Madeira
1 location
$57 - $132

Avis
1 location
$80 - $211
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