Car Rental at Porto Airport

Airport travel guide

The main city of northern Portugal, Porto is also one of the country’s most famous travel destinations. Located at the point where the Douro river meets the Atlantic Ocean, this large, but cozy, city is a hub of history, culture, and cuisine, and also offers access to the rest of Portugal’s scenic north. Below are six of the most notable landmarks in and around it — you can use the following guide to find more things to do and see if you only have one day in Porto.

• Stock Exchange Palace. One of the most famous buildings in the city, you will probably recognize the Palácio da Bolsa from postcards or travel videos. Although relatively new as it was only built in the 19th century, the building’s central location, unique architecture, and diverse interior are what give it its fame. The palace is just a stone’s throw away from Porto Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis, two of the city’s most important religious buildings.
• Livraia Lello. 140 years old as of 2021, this bookstore has often been recognized as one of the most beautiful in the world. The chief reason for its fame is the beautiful interior that includes a spiral staircase, as well as, naturally, a great collection of books. Visit the bookstore’s interactive website to learn more. If you liked Livraia Lello, you will probably also enjoy visiting Almeida Garrett Library which is only a ten-minute drive to the northwest.
• Dom Luís I Bridge. This famous bridge connects the Douro River with Vila Nova de Gaia... a place where you will find many port wine cellars and history. The bridge was completed in 1886 and is 272 meters long (894 feet). It offers some of the most epic views of the city.
• New Port Wine Museum. Characteristic of the Douro Valley, the world-famous port wine museum is one of the symbols of Porto. The right place to learn about the fortified wine’s origins, history, and cultural importance is the New Port Wine Museum (the ‘new’ part in the name comes from it having changed locations in 2019 – it can now be found in a renovated, historical warehouse near Douro River).
• Vila Nova de Gaia. Situated across the Douro, the city of Vila Nova (or simply Gaia, as locals tend to call it) is often thought of as a part of Metropolitan Porto. Known for its historical working class roots, it is not often mentioned in travel lists, but actually boasts plenty for a curious traveler to explore. Home to an astonishing 17 km (11 miles) of urban Blue Flag beaches, it also boasts a number of parks and even a small nature park, the Local Reserve of Douro Estuary. Cultural attractions include the Littoral Station with its aquarium and the Fisheries Museum, as well as the World of Wine (or WOW) cultural district.
• Peneda-Gerês National Park. The oldest nature preserve in Portugal, Peneda-Gerês is arguably also its most impressive one. A scenic area that is great for hiking and is also known for its many historical landmarks, the park is home to wildlife such as Garrano wild horses, gold-striped salamanders, Iberian ibex, and red-backed shrikes. The drive from Porto to the national park takes only about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Top international routes

• Paris
• Madrid
• Lisbon
• Geneva
• Funchal
• Barcelona
• London
• Amsterdam
• Zurich
• Luxembourg City

Main airlines

Ryanair, TAP Air Portugal, easyJet, Azores Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Transavia, Air France, and Lufthansa

Terminals

A single passenger terminal serves both local and international flights.

Location

The airport is about 11 km (6.8 miles) northwest of Porto city center. Motorway A4, Motorway A28, Av. de Sidónio Pais, and Rua de Júlio Dinis are the main roads connecting Porto Airport to the city.

Most popular types of rental car

• Small cars - from $1 per day
• Medium cars - from $3 per day
• SUVs - from $3 per day
• Convertibles - from $2 per day
• Large cars - from $14 per day
• Station wagons - from $6 per day
• Vans - from $10 per day
• Premium cars - from $12 per day

Car rental desks

Most are located on the ground level of the arrivals hall, close to Porto Airport's entrance/exit. Find out which are the easiest to find and more in our list of the best rental companies in Porto.

Services and facilities

You’ll find several ATMs, stores and duty-free shops, various cafés, restaurants and bars, three lounges, a help desk, and several luggage storage services. Airport facilities are disabled friendly. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

Jumbo Gasiloneiras is at Avenida Fernando Távora 1570, and it takes about one minute to get there by car. The gas station is open 24/7.

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