Car hire in Madeira, Portugal

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Madeira?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Madeira. It’s around 39 € per day in November, compared to the yearly average of 61 € per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • 39 €
Yearly avg price61 €

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There are 81 car hire providers in Madeira. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Madeira

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Madeira. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Madeira: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Funchal, you’ll need a full driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required in Madeira if your licence is in English or issued within the EU.
Navigating city driving
Expect steep hills and sharp turns.
Driving in Funchal means handling winding roads, tight corners and hillside routes. Use a sat nav to avoid one-way streets and take your time on the climbs — views are great, but roads can be narrow.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
No tolls or low-emission zones on the island.
There are no toll roads in Madeira. Driving in Funchal and beyond is free from emissions charges or congestion zones, making it simple to explore the island by car.
Parking your car in Madeira
Street parking is tight in central areas.
Parking in Funchal can be limited near the old town. Look for blue zones with pay machines or head to multi-storey car parks. Many hotels offer parking or valet services.
Finding fuel or charging points
Petrol’s easier to find than EV chargers.
Petrol stations are common across Funchal. EV charging stations in Madeira are still limited, so use Electromaps or PlugShare to plan ahead if you’re hiring an electric car.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are cautious but confident on hills.
Local driving rules in Madeira are followed. Expect steady speeds, careful overtaking and good lane discipline. Take care on mountain roads and use lower gears on steeper slopes.
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The most popular car rental companies in Madeira

way 2 azores
Funchal Drive
Goldcar
addCar
Klass Wagen
Auto-Union

What's the most popular car to hire in Madeira?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Fiat Panda is the most popular car to hire in Madeira, with prices starting from 15 € per day. The Volkswagen Polo and similar models are also popular drives in Madeira.
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda14% chose this
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo9% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5007% chose this
Volkswagen T-Cross
Volkswagen T-Cross6% chose this
Most popular carFiat Panda
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Madeira's cheapest car hire providers

Magic Islands Rent a Car has the cheapest car hire in Madeira right now, with prices from 15 € per day. You'll save an average of 6 € per day when you book with them.
Magic Islands Rent a Carfrom 15 € per day
Klass Wagenfrom 17 € per day
addCarfrom 18 € per day
Centaurofrom 27 € per day
Cheapest providerMagic Islands Rent a Car
Book with them to save around6 € per day

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Hiring a car in Madeira: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyway 2 azores
Most popular carCompact, Commercial Van
Average daily price161 €
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Madeira

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Madeira car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Madeira that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Madeira for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Madeira avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Madeira, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Madeira car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Madeira will set you back around 161 € per day or 484 € per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Madeira is an economy pickup. The most popular is Compact, Commercial Van.

The cheapest car hire companies in Madeira are currently Klass Wagen and Right Cars.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madeira is currently January.

On average, around 484 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Madeira is 104 €.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Madeira for a whole month is 2.692 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

If you're looking for freedom to explore Madeira, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Madeira that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Madeira.

Most places – Madeira included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 15 € per day. The average price per day is around 161 €.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like way 2 azores, Funchal Drive and Goldcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Guerin as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van hire is available in Madeira.