Lisbon Portela Airport, also known as Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, is within city limits Lisbon, 7 km north of the center of the Portuguese capital. The airport is one of the largest air harbors Europe. So, in 2019, the last year before the pandemic, more than 31 million passengers used the services of Lisbon Portela Airport. At the same time, the airport received a prestigious award from Air Transport News: "Airport of the Year" in the category "Air Transport of the Year 2019".
The airport is small in size. dimensions, but its structure is functional and carefully thought out. Despite the significant number of passengers, there are no queues at check-in and boarding the plane. It has excellent transport accessibility. There are bus stops, shuttles, metro station, taxis. It is possible to rent a car without leaving the airport building. There are about 30 restaurants and cafes of various directions on the territory: fast food, restaurants of national cuisine, ice cream parlors. Here are the features traditional for large airports: parking lots, free wi-fi, medical assistance points, pharmacies, left-luggage offices, a business center, premium passenger service, duty-free shops and much more.
The airport consists of two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 - the main one, serving most international and domestic flights. Terminal 2 is used by a number of low-cost airlines and is designed for passengers for whom speed of service is more important than comfort. The trip from one terminal to the second, on a free shuttle, takes no more than 10 minutes.
How to get to the center of Lisbon
Since the airport is located within the city limits, the trip to the center is not difficult. The most popular public transport is the subway and the small Carris buses. Aeroporto metro station entrance is located at the airport building and the journey time to the city center is about 20 minutes.
Among the Carris buses, the most popular daily routes 705 to Roma-Areeiro and 744 to Marquês Pombal, as well as night bus 208 to Estação Oriente. The bus fare can be paid from the driver, which will cost 2 euros per trip. But it is more profitable to purchase a Viva Viagem transport card, which can be used to pay for travel not only on the bus, but also on the subway. In this case, you will have to pay 1.45 euros for one trip. You can buy a ticket for 24 hours, which will cost 6.15 euros. To these prices, you should add the cost of the card itself - 0.5 euros.
You can buy a card, replenish its balance at the metro ticket offices, and special machines located at the airport. Tourists should remember that in vending machines you can only top up the card in cash. Bank cards are accepted here if they are issued by one of the banks Portugal.
Tourists should pay attention that Carris buses can carry luggage no larger than 50x40x20 cm. If the luggage size exceeds these figures, you should use more spacious shuttles, a taxi or a car rented at the airport.
AeroBus shuttles run to the bus station and the 7Rios business center. Their interval of movement is, depending on the time of day, from 20 to 40 minutes. The Airbus fare is €4 one way, or €6 if you buy a return ticket.
Taxi fares to any the area of the city is within 15-20 euros. True, after the arrival of flights, queues accumulate at the boarding gates in taxis, so many passengers prefer to rent a car.
The shortest and most direct way to the center lies along Avenida Almirante Gago Coutinho, and is just over 7 km. If this street is busy, there are two more parallel routes. The first one is along Campo Grande and Avenida da Republica (9 km), the second one is along the EIXO Norte Sul highway (15 km). Despite the difference in distance, the travel time on these routes is almost the same, 16-18 minutes.
How to find the car rental office at Lisbon Airport
After collecting your luggage and exiting the arrivals hall, you must turn right following the "Car rental" signs. In a few minutes, the passenger will enter the lobby, where there are racks of car rental companies that have their own offices and cars at Lisbon Airport. It is recommended to book a rented car in advance through Internet services. Then registration of all necessary papers will take quite a bit of time, and tourists will be able to get a car immediately after the formalities are completed. The garages of the rental companies are nearby, and you can go down to them by elevators.
Cars are very crowded in the garages of the rental companies, so the tourist should ask to take a car from a company employee's garage. This is done for safety reasons, and in order to calmly inspect the car for external damage.
Since Portugal has a large number of paid roads and bridges, a transponder should be included in the rental service. This will save you money on travel. Note that in the rental offices at Lisbon Airport there is a large selection of cars, the rental price of which starts from 15 euros per day. On average, rent costs 20-30 euros per day, not counting fuel costs. At the same time, the cost of rent can vary significantly by time of year. So, in November, the rent will cost about 2.5 times higher than in January. Another expense item when renting a car is a security deposit in the amount of 800-1000 euros. This amount will be blocked on the tourist card, and returned after the rental is completed.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Centauro
Most popular car class
Compact
Average price
28 € / Day
Best price
20 € / Day
How the price changes depending on the month
January
€115
February
€100
March
€134
April
€184
May
€179
June
€254
July
€310
August
€206
September
€111
October
€95
November
€87
December
€155
* The average cost of renting a car in Lisbon airport for seven days. The data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
In August rental companies located in Lisbon airport rent much more cars than in the rest of the year. This month marks the smallest range of cars on offer and the highest rental prices. In such a high season, when the number of available cars is minimal, you should arrange a rental as early as possible. This will allow you to get the best rental option at the most favorable price.
The best time to rent a car in Lisbon airport is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €19 for a Compact car.
Convertibles are especially popular in summer. It is difficult to find a free car for rent, and you will have to pay more than usual for a trip with a breeze. Renting Mini Couper Cabrio during Summer period can costs €138 per day.
Average prices for 1 day rental for different car classes:
4x
2x
A/C
3x
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day
We have the largest selection of cars in Lissabon Lufthavn. What do we offer:
New cars 2024 of the year.
Cars of any class from budget to premium.
A wide range of models: convertibles, sedans, SUVs, minivans.
We offer reasonable and fully justified rates with no overpayments or hidden fees. The cost is calculated taking into account the class of car and the duration of the rental period. The longer the period, the lower the daily rate. For compact models of the middle segment the daily price starts from €14, the fee for a middle-class car is €35-€36 per day. Business class will cost more - you will have to pay for it from €74 and above. The cost of rent depends on the season. Moreover, during the peak period, the price increases significantly. Especially for convertibles and rare models. For a popular model among our customers Mini Couper Cabrio you will have to pay at least €75 per day.
The demand for electric cars is growing not only in the segment of their sales. These cars are just as popular when renting, which is often accompanied by the provision of a free parking space and the possibility of free car charging around the city. To rent an electric car you should set the appropriate filter. Moreover, the rental of Renault Zoe when ordering in Lisbon airport will cost quite a modest amount.
List of required documents
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Your guide to rent a car in Lisbon airport
Download desired area of Google maps for offline access
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Book in advance
Lisbon airport is a popular tourist destination, so car rental is consistently in demand. The earlier you book a car, the more options there will be and the lower the prices will be. Choose transport online at least 6 weeks before your visit. Better yet, do it as soon as you start planning your vacation. If plans change, you can cancel your booking without penalty up to 48 hours before it starts.
Which car to choose for rent
Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Toyota Aygo or Opel Corsa. These models are the most popular with our customers in Lisbon airport.
In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. Peugeot 308 Estate will cost €32 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.
What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Check out the fuel policy
For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:
If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Mileage without limits
The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Lisbon airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
Which rental company to choose
Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.
Our clients name the top companies in Lisbon airport - EUROPCAR with an average rating 9.9 points and SIXT with 9 points.
We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.
Getting a car at a rental office
You should show a voucher and personal documents. A manager draws up a lease agreement. The deposit is blocked on the card.
Before leaving the rental, turn on the ignition, find out the amount of fuel and compare it with what is written in the contract.
Inspect the car carefully. Point out to the manager any paint chips and scuffs. The employee must record the damage. Take a photo yourself: they should show the defect, the number of the car and the employee of the rental company. This will help to avoid problems when returning the car: it will prove that it was not you who torn the upholstery or scratched the fender.
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