Faro car rental information
| Pick-up location | Faro |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Compact station wagon, Convertible, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini |
| Rental locations | 109 |
| Airport locations | 87 |
| Popular agencies | Luz Ocean Drive, Drive4Fun, Klass Wagen, MillionCarHire, Sixt |
Cheap car rentals in Faro
| Economy | C$ 10/day |
| Compact | C$ 11/day |
| Intermediate | C$ 19/day |
| Mini | C$ 9/day |
| Convertible | C$ 14/day |
| Compact station wagon | C$ 14/day |
| Compact SUV | C$ 16/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 22/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Faro
- Outside of Lisbon, people in Portugal tend to drive more slowly than the speed limit, making driving through this amazing country and neighboring Spain a relaxed and stress-free endeavor. With a cheap car rental in Faro, you also don't have to worry about dragging your luggage around. You can pop it in the trunk and leave it until you need it. And when you have a Faro car rental with air-conditioning, you don’t have to worry about the heat in the warmer months.
- When comparing prices of rental car companies in Faro, it is important to keep in mind that while larger international name companies tend not to make a big deal out of small scratches, bargain-basement local companies will tend to charge you for every nick and scratch they find. You will need to take that into account while comparing prices. But then again, driving is so relaxed in Portugal that accidents and mishaps are rare compared to the US. Still, it is important that when you rent your car, you examine it carefully beforehand, because every tiny mark counts.
- Faro car rentals will require that you get CDW insurance, but this is true of all car insurance companies in Portugal. Furthermore, because CDW is compulsory, the price of it is generally included in the advertised price of renting the car. As for additional insurance, travel credit cards often have insurance for a rented car, so you would not want to be paying for the same insurance twice.
- Take a scenic drive in your rental car along the coast of Faro. Along the route you’ll run into numerous beaches, golf courses, and fishing villages. There is so much to do and see in the region when you have a car including partying at nightclubs, dining at fine restaurants, or having fun at the amusement park.
- Algarve is a popular tourist destination in Portugal. Most travelers to this region opt to fly into its capital of Faro because it is the largest and closest airport. Faro International Airport has several rental car companies onsite including Avis, Hertz, and Enterprise. With their offices being a short walk from the terminal, you’ll find it quick and easy to rent a car for your vacation.
- In Faro, note that many of the freeways have toll stops, so you should become familiar with the fees. Because you don’t know your way around yet, keep to the right when on the highway to stay safe and allow others to pass you with ease. Finally, be aware that drivers in Portugal do not use their turn signals. Consequently, someone could turn quickly in front of you so you should always drive with caution.
- Although it is a main city, Faro has a population of less than 70,000. Therefore, it does not have a lot of traffic. Its busiest times for driving, however, are between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 9 a.m., when residents are commuting to work, and from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., when they are returning home.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Faro for C$ 21 or less
- Book your rental car in Faro at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini rental cars in Faro are around 51% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Faro
What type of car is recommended for driving in Faro?
Most of the cars available at Faro International Airport will likely have manual transmission. If you want an automatic, you’ll have to reserve early and pay more. Additionally, you’ll want to rent a small, compact car so that you can better navigate all of its narrow and winding roads.
What’s the speed limit in Faro?
On the freeway you’ll be able to travel at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour. On most city roads you can keep a consistent speed of 55 mph. However, when you are in residential neighborhoods or rural areas, you will need to slow it down to 30 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Faro?
Much of Faro’s new business developments including its shopping centers are located outside of downtown. Nonetheless, there are many historical and cultural attractions in the old town, such as Faro Cathedral, Arco da Vila, and Faro Municipal Museum. While visiting these sights, you’ll find plenty of parking at Largo de Sao Francisco. Street parking is also possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Faro?
On average a rental car in Faro costs C$ 29 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Faro?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Klass Wagen (C$ 9/day), Autorent Car Rental (C$ 11/day) and DRIVEONHOLIDAYS (C$ 12/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Klass Wagen Estrada Nacional 125/10. 322 A, Faro, Portugal 8005-146 (4 kilometers from city center).
Can I rent an automatic car in Faro?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Faro. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Faro?
The average gas price in Faro is C$ 10.17 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 122 and C$ 163, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Faro?
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Faro.
Which car rental companies are at Faro airport (FAO)?
Car rental companies onsite at Faro airport include Klass Wagen, Sixt, Master Kings, Drive4Fun, AIRAUTO, Autorent Car Rental, Europcar, DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, Ok Mobility and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Faro airport (FAO)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Faro airport to off-airport locations include Sixt, Master Kings, Drive4Fun, AIRAUTO, Autorent Car Rental, Europcar, DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Centauro and Hertz.
How can I find car rentals near me in Faro?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Faro?
A Mini car rental in Faro costs C$ 27 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Faro?
An Economy car rental in Faro costs C$ 43 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Faro?
A Compact car rental in Faro costs C$ 50 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Faro?
In Faro, cars are most frequently rented at Autorent Car Rental SERVICED BY EUROPCAR (3 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Faro?
On average a rental car in Faro costs C$ 206 per week (C$ 29 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Faro?
On average a rental car in Faro costs C$ 885 per month (C$ 29 per day).
Which car rental companies in Faro have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car rental companies in Faro which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Europcar, Hertz and Avis
Can't I just use public transportation in Faro?
While public transit is efficient in Lisbon and Porto, it is not as reliable in other cities. For a small town on the southern coast of Portugal, you do not want to rely on public transit, within town, or the scope of the region. Therefore, a Faro car rental is the way to go. There are several cheap car rentals in Faro that you can discover through KAYAK. Once you are on the road, your Portugal adventure will be unforgettable, especially as you drive along the marinas, beaches, and cliffs.
Is it expensive to rent a car in Faro?
It is not expensive to rent a car in Faro compared to what you might be used to in the United States. It is possible to rent a car in Portugal for a fraction of what you would pay in America. Such a cheap car rental in Faro is worth it, especially considering all the flexibility and freedom you get in return. With cheap car rentals in Faro, you can take the road north toward Lisbon or east toward Seville, or meander down to Gibraltar.
Faro car rental reviews and directory
Klass Wagen
8.0
Very good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.0
One location in Faro
Hertz
7.9
Good
15 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
8.3
3 locations in Faro
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2017
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We passed a Hertz lot off the freeway, spent a good 15mins trying to get to it only to find out that it wasn't the proper drop-off location. The paper work didn't have an exact address for drop off.5.2 Fair
Oct. 2017
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Price charged by Hertz was not in line with price quoted to me by Hertz agent.8.0 Very good
Sep. 2017
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The sales associate that finally helped us was lovely and even upgraded us to a good model at a reasonable priceCons:
The line to pick up was a joke... After getting off the plane the last thing you want to do is stand idly in a queue, and to make matters worse all the other car rental places were queue-free10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2016
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They were very kind and fast.Cons:
Nothing. All good.8.0 Very good
Jun. 2023
8.0 Very good
Jul. 2022
Sixt
7.9
Good
15 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.6
2 locations in Faro
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2.0 Poor
Jul. 2020
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We could not cancel our reservation we could not go to Europe due to covidCons:
Refund our money10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2020
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Friendly staff. Willing to make changes in rental. Clean car.Cons:
Perfect!10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2019
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The staff at our Lisbon drop-off location, Jorge Albuquerque, was fantastic! He was so nice to us and made the drop off experience very quick and easy.7.2 Good
Sep. 2019
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The staff was quick, clear, friendly, patient and overall highly efficient.Cons:
The car I requested was unavailable and the car we did receive was not nearly as comfortable or as efficient when it came to fuel economy. I bought an insurance policy through Allianz and it didn't show up in the system which made our pick up a bit more difficult. No fault of the Sixt representativ10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2019
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Missing my connection a very knowledgeable, understanding man let me change my pick up location quickly and efficiently.Cons:
Return in Faro horrible with very rude young man who didn't check car with me.told me to go to airport! As I had total coverage and no incidents in2 days I went. 10 days LATER I was emailed BY CLAUDIA that I would be charged for missing phone holder I NEVER HAD and scratch I NEVER HAD!OTHERWISE 5 st8.8 Very good
Feb. 2019
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We got where we payed for.Cons:
description for navigation was not there. we had to ask people to help us.Europcar
6.8
Okay
4 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.8
2 locations in Faro
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4.0 Mediocre
Jul. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2023
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2023
Autorent Car Rental
6.4
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Faro
Ok Mobility
6.0
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Faro
Avis
5.4
Fair
3 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Faro
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6.8 Okay
Dec. 2018
Pros:
The return of the car was very smooth and the female employee who took care of us was very kind and expedient. The pick up was quick once we had keys and the car was in good condition.Cons:
The women at the counter were not helpful and the service was poor. They did not know the terms and conditions of the company (i.e. what coverage is included in a specific fare) and they didn’t have them handy so we could read them ourselves. After asking several times for them, they realized they were framed in small print on the wall right next to them. The car report was missing several damages so we had to take photos upon picking it up. There also seems to be a glitch on the website as I could not access the terms and conditions for the Avis office in Faro in English, even if that was an option on your menu. This would all have been ok had the Avis staff been more professional and experienced.8.4 Very good
May 2018
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I return the car before they opened and it was very simple4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2022
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
4.0
Mediocre
1 reviewCleanliness
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
5.0
3 locations in Faro
Goldcar Rental SP
3.9
Poor
5 reviewsCleanliness
5.2
Comfort
4.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
4.0
One location in Faro
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2.0 Poor
Aug. 2023
2.0 Poor
Jan. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Dec. 2022
6.8 Okay
May 2019
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all in all was fair and okay and cheapCons:
we had to pay a hidden extra 50 euro tax which there was no real reason for4.8 Mediocre
Mar. 2019
Cons:
Car inspection before and after all done in darkness. We ended up paying for tyre damage which we didn’t do. When they inspected vehicle st the end of the hire they ignored all the dents and bashes shown at pick up but went straight to one of the tyres and pointed out where it had been kerbed!!!!keddy by Europcar
2.0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
3 locations in Faro
DRIVEONHOLIDAYS
8.0
Very good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
3 locations in Faro
Centauro
5.6
Fair
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
4.0
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Faro International Airport
+351 289 889 445
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9.2 Wonderful
Aug. 2018
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Friendly, professional and efficient pick up. New car that worked well and was clean.Cons:
The drop off was a bit of a mess. I was sent to one office, then another where there was a queue but initially told I should go back to the first office before being told to join the second office with the long queue ... hope you’re still following. After that I’d to wait a further ten minutes before they realised that most of us in the queue were dropping off so they gave us priority as we had flights to catch. Other than that everything went well.10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Staff were quick and friendly. Although the wait in line was a little long. Car itself was in very good condition. Hyundai i30. Only issue I had with it was the parcel shelf in the back had been broken by a previous user and it made noises whilst driving so I had to remove it5 locations in Faro
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Car Park 4 (P4), Airport
+351 910 729 284
Estrada de São Brás – Vale da Amoreira – Caixa Postal 138, - Faro
+351 910 729 284