Car Rental Madeira Funchal Airport
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Travel Information
Language
Portuguese
Currency
EUR
Country code
351
Average car rental length
9 days
Economy car rental price
$54.19 / per day
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
90 - 100 km/h
56 - 62 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Get your rental car at Madeira Airport! Then drive to the center of Funchal to see historic buildings like the São Lourenço Palace and churches like the Sé Cathedral. Enjoy the local atmosphere and beautiful landscapes at the Madeira Botanical Garden or at one of the city’s many parks.
Feeling adventurous? How about diving with sharks and rays at the Madeira Aquarium? Or drive to the village of Porto Moniz for a dip in the natural salt water swimming pools. In Funchal, visit Mercado dos Lavradores to buy fresh products from the island’s farmers. And choose a small traditional restaurant to try local delicacies like scabbard fish with banana and codfish in cream sauce.
Funchal’s a great place to visit, but Madeira has even more to offer. So why not get a longer term car rental, extend your vacation, and explore more of the island? Picking up your rental car at Funchal Airport and dropping it off in a different location is possible. Start planning your adventure today!
Madeira Funchal Airport is also known as Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport and Aeroporto da Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo.
Top international routes
- London
- Manchester
- Amsterdam
- Paris
- Helsinki
- Bristol
Main airlines
Jet2.com, Germania, Volotea, easyJet, Condor, and TAP Air Portugal
Terminals
The single terminal has three levels and serves both local and international flights. The terminal building is mostly underground.
Location
Madeira Funchal Airport is 13 km (8 miles) from Funchal city center. Motorway VR1 is the main road connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $53 per day
- Large cars - from $107 per day
- Medium cars - from $60 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $205 per day
- Premium cars - from $187 per day
- Small cars - from $37 per day
- SUVs - from $80 per day
Top car rental companies
- Interrent (Tel: +351291523689 / +351211451381)
- Alamo (Tel: 351291522248)
- Rodavante (Tel: +351291524718)
- InsularCar (Tel: +351919479639 / +351916143364)
- Europcar (Tel: +351291524633)
- SIXT (Tel: +351255788199)
- Guerin (Tel: +351291522248 / +351291522249)
- Keddy (Tel: +351291524633)
- Avis (Tel: +351291524392)
- Budget (Tel: +351291524392)
- Hertz (Tel: +351210413302)
- Dollar (Tel: +351210413302)
- Enterprise (Tel: +351291522248)
- Ace Rent a car (Tel: +351291523689 / +18778223872)
- Centauro (Tel: +351291091570 / +351308810777)
- Bravacar (Tel: +351291524016 / +351961435530)
- Rhodium (Tel: +34965233425 / +351211451595)
- Global Rent a Car (Tel: +351291523355)
- Dollar (Tel: +351219426300 / +351210413302)
- Goldcar (Tel: +34965233425 / +351211451595)
Car rental desks
The car rental park is very close to the airport terminal and can be reached by foot.
Services and facilities
You’ll find a number of shops, three duty-free stores, a couple of restaurants and snack bars, ATMs on all three levels of the airport, a currency exchange, and a first aid station. The 24-hour luggage storage service is on the ground floor. The airport provides assistance to travelers with reduced mobility, but you should contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service.
Nearest gas station
Repsol gas station, located at R. Cano, 3660-601 Santa Cruz da Trapa, can be reached in less than five minutes and is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. There are many other gas stations near the airport and on the island of Madeira.
Airport info
Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)
- IATA: FNC
- ICAO: LPMA
- Airport name: Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)
- Airport type: Public / Civil
- Airport Size: Medium Airport
- Elevation AMSL: 58 m / 190 ft
- Runway Surface: Asphalt / Concrete
- Aircraft movements (per year): 25,261
- Passengers (per year): 3,200,000
- Distance from City: 8.1 miles / 13 km NE of town
- Airport Hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +351 291 520 700
- Email: madeira.airports@ana.pt
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Madeira Funchal Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Madeira Funchal Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Madeira Funchal Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Madeira Funchal Airport is January when prices for an Economy class start from $15.28. You can see that this is 59% cheaper than the yearly average and 74% cheaper than renting a car in May (when rental prices start at $59.51 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Madeira Funchal Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in May the average rental period is 9 days, while in November, the average rental period is only 4 days.
Average Rental Length at Madeira Funchal Airport
Which is the busiest car rental month at Madeira Funchal Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Madeira Funchal Airport in January, while the fewest number of travelers rent in September.
Madeira Funchal Airport Car Rental Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| Surprice | Peugeot 108 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Surprice | VW Polo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Renault Clio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Surprice | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Global Rent a Car | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
FAQ
Should I rent a car at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
A majority of the ratings and reviews left by Discover Cars’ customers recommend renting a car (9.2 from 15 reviews).
What do you need to rent a car at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
In most cases, you need a driver’s license, passport or ID card, and a credit card (in the name of the main driver), and the booking voucher to rent a car. Some companies may have additional requirements (be sure to check the rental conditions).
On what side of the road do they drive in Portugal?
Drivers must drive on the right side of the road.
Can I rent a car at 18 in Portugal?
Yes, you can rent a car at the age of 18.
How old do you have to be to rent a car at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
You must be between 18 and 99 years old.
Can you rent automatic cars at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
Yes, automatic cars are available from Centauro, InsularCar, Global Rent a Car, SIXT and Guerin at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
Can I rent a car with a debit card?
Though most companies require a credit card to leave a deposit, some accept debit cards. Check the rental conditions for more information.
Can I rent a car without a credit card?
Most companies require a credit card to pick up the car. Some may accept debit cards or cash. Check the rental conditions for more information.
What car classes can I rent?
Small cars, Medium cars, Station wagons, SUVs, Premium cars, Large cars and People Carriers/Vans vehicle types are available at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
Can I rent a car at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC) with my home country’s driver's license (for example, U.S., U.K., or Australia)?
In most cases, a driver’s license from your home country is acceptable if it uses the Latin alphabet. In some cases, you will need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Check the rental conditions for more information.
If your driver’s license does not use the Latin alphabet, you need an International Driving Permit (IDP) at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
Do I need an International Driving Permit at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
In most cases, if your driver’s license uses the Latin alphabet, you can rent a car in at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC) without an International Driving Permit (IDP). In some cases, you will need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Check the rental conditions for more information.
If your driver’s license does not use the Latin alphabet, you need an International Driving Permit (IDP) at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
How much does an additional driver cost? Is there an option for a free additional driver?
No rental company at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC) offers a free additional driver.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
A rental car costs $86 per day, on average. The lowest daily price found in the past 48 hours was $24 at Goldcar.
How much is car rental for a week?
The average price for a weekly rental at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC) is $601. In the past 48 hours, the lowest price for a weekly rental at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC) was $171.
What car rental companies are located at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
Centauro, InsularCar, Global Rent a Car, SIXT and Guerin can be found at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
What car rental companies are onsite (in terminal) at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
Goldcar, Enterprise, Guerin, Europcar, Keddy, Alamo, Goldcar, Interrent, Global Rent a Car, Avis and Budget are located onsite at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
Which car rental companies offer meet and greet at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
Centauro and Surprice offer meet and greet service at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC).
What is the best car rental company at Madeira Airport (Funchal) (FNC)?
Ratings and reviews left by our users indicate that the best providers are Rodavante (9.2, 52 reviews), SIXT (8.9, 10 reviews) and Alamo (8.8, 7 reviews).
Our Customers Reviews
BD
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
December 11, 2019
Rent a car if you really want to explore Madeira. An excellent road network with lots of tunnels linking up the various parts of the island. The roads are generally in very good condition. Mountain roads are narrow but with care you'll be fine.
DM
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
October 1, 2019
I would advise if your not confident with hills and slopes to pay little bit extra for automatic as it made my driving around the island a complete pleasure.
TZ
Switzerland
Seat Ibiza 5d
September 22, 2019
Nothing can replace the freedom you get with a car in Madeira. you can see the whole island if you so prefer.
PA
United Kingdom
Citroen C1 2d
May 18, 2019
Don't go for basic model but take at least the next group up so that you can power up the many hills successfully without lots of gear-changing - and prayer!
MC
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
May 18, 2019
Madeira many roads very steep and lots of bends
MM
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
April 28, 2019
Madeira is a wonderful island with incredible views from the mountainous interior. The hills can be pretty steep so if you are planning to drive into the interior or explore the island you may wish to invest in a slightly more powerful car than the cheapest available. We opted for the cheapest car and were absolutely fine but in retrospect we probably should have paid for a slightly more powerful car so that the hills were a little less emotional! This is not a poor reflection on Bravacar in any way - they gave us what we paid for - but you should consider spending a few extra pennies.
AZ
United Kingdom
Ford C Max
April 27, 2019
Rodavante car hire was a frill free process, no nagging for additional services, map of the island as a basic information, good selection of cars.
DM
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark
April 2, 2019
Madeira has a lot of hilly roads and for easy driving would suggest something with a good sized engine. If, however, you like a challenge and don't mind frequent gear changes a small car will get you round the whole Island and is easy to park.
Top 20 Suppliers for Madeira Funchal Airport in 2020
Europcar
+351291524633
AEROPORTO DO FUNCHAL
SIXT
+351255788199
Madeira Airport, 9100-105 Santa Cruz
Avis
+351291524392
Sovialma Lda, Aeroporto Funchal, 9100-105 Funchal
Budget
+351291524392
Funchal AirportSovialma Lda
Hertz
+351210413302
9100-105, Madeira Airport, Santa Cruz, Funchal
Enterprise
+351291522248
CRISTIANO RONALDO AIRPORT,
Ace Rent a car
+351291523689 / +18778223872
Aeroportos e Navegação Aérea d, 9100-105 Santa Cruz
+351291524016 / +351961435530
Sitio da Terca, Rampa da Varanda 5, 9100-101, Santa Cruz, Madeira
Rhodium
+34965233425 / +351211451595
On-Airport. Arrivals Terminal
Global Rent a Car
+351291523355
In Terminal / Desk in arrivals
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