The best way to rent a car in Porto Airport through FindYCar

The best way to rent a car in Porto Airport through FindYCar

​It's easy to book cars, large or small, at any of the country's major airports. Just follow this guide, and you won't get lost:

  1. Select the vehicle you think is ideal.
  2. Book now, fill out all fields, and add any extras you need.
  3. Make sure the desired locations are set to Porto Airport (OPO). Pay now to confirm your reservation with a 20-100% prepayment.
Location

Location

  • You are free to specify any place you like to pick up your vehicle (This could be a city, airport, or delivery)
  • Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.
Booking

Booking

  • Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
  • Book a car through our website and make the payment online
  • You will receive an e-mail voucher with the rental company’s contacts and pick-up instructions.
Pick-Up

Pick-Up

  • When picking up the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driver’s license, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
  • Sign the rental agreement, pick up the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Rental Porto Airport: Best of FindYCar

Car Rental Porto Airport
Car Rental Porto Airport

Portugal is a beautiful country year-round, definitely worth a visit. Here you'll find plenty of sunny days, luxurious beaches, cozy cafes and restaurants serving masterpieces of local and international cuisine, and a wealth of fascinating activities you'll want to try.

To keep up with your busy schedule, it's best to rent a car at Porto Airport as soon as you start planning your trip. This is the perfect way to get the most out of any trip and see even more:

  • Stroll across the Dom Luís I Bridge
  • Admire one of the most famous bookstores, Livraria Lello
  • Climb the Clérigos Tower & Church for panoramic views of the entire city and unforgettable Instagram photos
  • Enjoy the colorful palette of houses in the Ribeira District.

Reimagine your Western European coastal travel with helpful add-ons from FindYCar. No credit card, additional driver, insurance (CDW, Full Coverage), for cash, no deposit, a safety child seat (up to 14 years), and much more to suit your taste and budget.

What’s the price of car hire at Porto Airport?

You can expect a very good value when you take a car rental at Porto Airport. There are always plenty of offers for all types of vehicles in the following price ranges:

  • Economy cars: €33-€52 per day
  • Mid-range cars: €40-€56 per day
  • SUVs and minivans: €49-€60 per day
  • Luxury cars: €110+ per day

To keep your rental budget as low as possible, many recommend planning your trip during the mid-season, away from the summer peak. However, there are other equally effective ways to reduce your daily rate:

  • Choose a manual transmission and fewer optional extras
  • Plan a long-term car rental
  • Compare prices
  • Start your rental on weekdays (Monday-Wednesday is optimal).

A little more information on how to best compare prices on FindYCar:

Table of rental prices for popular cars at Porto Airport (Francisco Sá Carneiro) by season

Car model Body type Passengers Luggage capacity Price per day (low season) Price per day (high season)
Citroën C1 Mini / Economy 4 1-2 €25 €47
Volkswagen Up! Mini / Economy 4 1-2 €26 €48
Fiat Panda Economy 4–5 2 €27 €49
Renault Clio Compact Hatchback 5 2-3 €29 €56
Peugeot 208 Compact Hatchback 5 2-3 €30 €57
Ford Focus Compact / Estate 5 3-4 €34 €62
Peugeot 2008 Compact SUV 5 3-4 €37 €65
Nissan Qashqai Crossover SUV 5 4 €41 €70
BMW 1 Series Premium 5 3-4 €63 €92
BMW 3 Series Luxury Sedan 5 4 €80 €140

⚠️Note: Prices are approximate and may vary depending on the car pickup location, the rental company, the booking date, the car model, the insurance terms, and the rental period. Prices are usually highest in summer and during holidays due to increased demand. The table shows average market prices and may also include offers for car rental at Porto Airport with no deposit and no credit card, where available.

Chart of car rental prices at Porto Airport: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

Our experience shows that the lowest car rental prices at Porto Airport were in January at €9, while the highest average price was recorded in August at €31. Our result shows that the difference between the minimum and maximum price reached 244%.

The statistics also show that August was 91% more expensive than the annual average, while January was 45% cheaper. The most affordable period for booking was during winter and early spring, while the highest prices were recorded in summer.

These prices were collected based on confirmed car bookings through FindYCar. The statistics include all car types and all vehicle classes, as well as confirmed bookings through our website for car rental at Porto Airport with no deposit and no credit card.

9 €
JAN
10 €
FEB
11 €
MAR
14 €
APR
15 €
MAY
16 €
JUN
29 €
JUL
31 €
AUG
16 €
SEP
14 €
OCT
11 €
NOV
19 €
DEC

Renting a car at Porto Airport: What documents do I need?

You need no more than three:

  • Driver's license
  • Passport
  • Credit card.

Please note that only valid documents can be used for a car hire at Porto Airport.

Traffic Rules

Traffic Rules

Renting a car at Porto Airport requires a basic knowledge of local traffic rules to follow. Fortunately, in Portugal, you only need five:

  1. Stay sober. The alcohol limit for new drivers is only 0.02% (0.05% for experienced drivers).
  2. Fasten your seatbelts.
  3. Traffic drives on the right side of the road.
  4. 30-50 km/h is the maximum speed in the city. On open roads or highways, you can drive up to 100-120 km/h.
  5. Don't be distracted by your phone or gadgets.
Parking

Parking

Most areas of the city have numerous parking zones, both free and paid.

During peak season, you can expect to pay up to €2-€4 per hour.

Gas Stations

Gas Stations

Diesel and petrol can be found here at reasonable prices, ranging from €1.65 to €1.90.

Most petrol stations accept all bank cards and phone payments, but we recommend always having some cash in your pocket.

Toll Roads

Toll Roads

The average cost of driving on a toll road in Portugal is €1-€10.

Payment can be made automatically via EasyToll or a transponder as soon as you enter the road.

Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) on Google Maps

✈️ Address: Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro, Pedras Rubras, 4470-558 Maia, Portugal
📍 Coordinates: 41.2422, -8.6786
🌐 Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=41.2422,-8.6786