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Cheap Car Hire in Funchal from £6

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Funchal with a pick-up date of 22/1 and drop-off date of 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Funchal car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Funchal. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of gas per litre

£1.46

Average price per day

£17

Cheapest price per day

£6

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Funchal?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Funchal and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

January

£11

February

£11

March

£15

April

£24

May

£27

June

£26

July

£31

August

£33

September

£23

October

£16

November

£12

December

£17

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Funchal is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Funchal

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Funchal and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Funchal this past week from 98 hire locations out of 53 hire agencies. Prices for a Funchal small car hire start from £6/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Funchal

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Funchal to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Small cars

£12 - £36

All Car Types

£20 - £60

To hire a small car in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £25/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Funchal, Portugal (~£12/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£36/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a small car saves you 35% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Funchal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £43/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Funchal, Portugal (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£60/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a medium car is 12% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £78/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Funchal, Portugal (~£58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£110/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a large car is 52% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £31/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Funchal, Portugal (~£17/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£47/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a SUV saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Funchal SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £90/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Funchal, Portugal (~£62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£116/day). In fact, November is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a van is 59% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Funchal van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £107/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Funchal, Portugal (~£73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£156/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a luxury car is 65% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in Funchal, Portugal, you would pay an average price of £49/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Funchal, Portugal (~£24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£78/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Funchal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Funchal, hiring a convertible is 23% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Toyota Yaris£6/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris£6/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto£8/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top hire agencies in Funchal

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Funchal known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Funchal. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Funchal, including Insular Car, Rodavante and Budget. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Insular Car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Rodavante

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Budget

8.0
Very Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.5

FunchalDrive Rent-a-car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Avis

5.4
Fair
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

4.3

Sunnycars

8 locations

7M Rent A Car

3 locations

Free2Move

3 locations

Best Funchal car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Funchal. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Funchal with an average daily rate of £15. Data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Funchal. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Yaris£6/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris£6/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Opel Corsa£6/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Funchal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Funchal?

    When you want to secure your car hires in Funchal, as a minimum, you need a valid driving licence, a passport and a credit or debit card. Some rental agents do ask for proof of address and proof of insurance. You must have held your driving licence for at least one year before you qualify for hire cars in Funchal.

  • What are the rules for driving in Funchal?

    When driving around in your Funchal car hire, don't drink and drive at all. It is a very serious offence. Don't cross solid or double white lines when changing lanes, and you will drive on the right-hand side of the road. It is mandatory to wear a seat belt in the back and front of the car. Children under 12 must ride in the back seat. Stick to the speed limit, which is 50 mph on most roads and 75 mph on highways. The use of mobile devices or any other device that might distract you from driving is not allowed in Funchal. You are allowed to make use of a hand-free kit to run your mobile device or your GPS system.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Funchal?

    The best choice for your Funchal car hire is a medium-sized car. They are not likely to be affected by strong winds, which the area is known to experience, and not too large to easily navigate the sometimes narrow roads when driving in Funchal or other towns and villages, as the roads can be narrow at times. Mercedes-Benz A-Class would be a great choice. If you are planning on exploring the mountain tops of Maderia by car hire, you will be better off with a compact SUV like the Fiat 500X. These cars handle well on steep inclines and changing mountain terrains. Manual transmission would help for control during the ups, downs and sharp turns.

  • Where are the best places to park in Funchal?

    You will find that it is best to make use of the numerous paid parking lots situated close to the city centre when parking your Funchal car hire vehicle. You will find lots at the hospital, La Vie Funchal Centre, and Anadia Shopping centre. You will find on-street parking in some places, but be careful if the spot is marked in blue. These blue spaces are not for public street parking. There are parking garages located around the city. These garages are available for long-term and short-term parking rental. Some of the most popular choices, due to their accessibility and convenient locations are Park Estacionamento Almirante Reis, Parking Plaza CR7 and Parking Santa Luzia.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Funchal?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £17/day when booking a car hire in Funchal. The absolute best deal a user found was for £7/day from Magic Islands, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Funchal?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Funchal from the following companies over the past two weeks: SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (£6/day), Right Cars (£6/day), and Centauro (£8/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Funchal?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Driving Madeira Rent A Car (9.0 rating), Sixt (9.0 rating) and Rodavante (8.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Funchal.

  • What are petrol prices like in Funchal?

    The average price of petrol in Funchal is £1.46/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £65 and £94 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Funchal for a week from Sixt?

    From Sixt you can hire a car in Funchal from about £144 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Funchal for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 19%. Aim to book your car hire at least 58 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Funchal.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Funchal?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Funchal check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Funchal for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Funchal is £617 (£21/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Funchal for a weekend?

    £41 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Funchal. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £23 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Funchal?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota Corolla) in Funchal, making it the most popular option.

Small car hires in Funchal

Find small car hire deals in Funchal from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Funchal cost an average of £7 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Fiat 500£6/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Chevrolet Spark£6/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Ford Ka£6/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

Car hires by fuel type in Funchal

Browse car hires by fuel type in Funchal. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Funchal. Deals were last updated on 21 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Funchal. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£8+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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