How to rent a car in Madeira?
You only need to follow a few simple steps to quickly book a car and travel comfortably around the island:
Choose Your Car
Select Options
Book and Pay
Car Pickup
RosCar Offer: Rent a Car in Madeira with No Deposit, No Credit Card, Pay Cash or Debit Card
Rent a car in Madeira with flexible conditions from RosCar Madeira. Use the filters to find offers with no deposit, no credit card, cash payment, or debit card payment.

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Cheap Car Rental in Madeira and at Madeira Airport with RosCar
Car rental in Madeira gives you more freedom than taxis or public transport. You are not tied to bus schedules, can plan your own route, stop at viewpoints, and travel at your own pace. A rental car is especially convenient for trips to the mountains, small villages, and remote areas of the island.
With a rental car, you can easily visit Funchal, Cabo Girão, Porto Moniz, Santana, Pico do Arieiro, Ponta de São Lourenço, and the Paul da Serra plateau. Car rental at Madeira Airport allows you to combine popular attractions, coastal routes, natural swimming pools, and mountain roads in one trip.
Benefits of car hire in Madeira with RosCar:
- Car rental at Madeira Airport: pick up your car after arrival or near your hotel.
- No deposit: rent without a security deposit or blocked funds on your card.
- No credit card: choose offers that do not require a credit card.
- Cash payment: pay the remaining balance when you pick up the car.
- Debit card payment: select rental offers that accept debit cards.
- Insurance and full coverage: there are many subtypes, such as Super CDW, Full Coverage, or Standard CDW.
- Child car seat: request a suitable seat for your child.
- Additional driver: add a second driver to the rental agreement.
- Unlimited mileage: extra mileage will not affect the amount on the check.
- Free cancellation: available with many rates, depending on the booking conditions.
- Low prices: compare offers and find cost-effective rental options.
- Short-term and long-term rental: rent a car for a few days or for a longer period.
Car Hire Madeira Price
The cost of car rental in Madeira depends on the season, booking date, vehicle class, rental duration, insurance, and car availability. Prices at Madeira Airport, in Funchal, and in Santa Cruz may also vary depending on demand, supplier conditions, and selected optional extras.
Small cars
from €11 per daySUVs
from €15 per dayVans
from €37 per dayPremium cars
from €37 per dayHow to get a lower car rental price in Madeira
From our experience, the best way to save on car rental in Madeira is to book early and compare offers from different suppliers. We also recommend checking deals at Madeira Airport and avoiding last minute bookings during the high season.
- Book your car in advance.
- Compare prices from different suppliers.
- Choose a compact car class.
- Check deposit and insurance conditions.
- Avoid unnecessary extras.
- Compare prices for different dates.
- Check offers at Madeira Airport.
- Avoid peak season when possible.
Table of hire prices for popular cars at Madeira Airport by season
| Car model | Body type | Passengers | Luggage capacity | Price per day (low season) | Price per day (high season) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Panda | Mini car | 4 | 1-2 | €18 | €38 |
| Toyota Aygo | Mini car | 4 | 1-2 | €21 | €42 |
| Renault Clio | Economy car | 5 | 2 | €24 | €48 |
| Seat Ibiza | Economy car | 5 | 2-3 | €27 | €52 |
| Volkswagen Polo | Compact car | 5 | 2-3 | €30 | €58 |
| Ford Focus | Compact car | 5 | 3 | €35 | €65 |
| Renault Captur | Crossover | 5 | 3 | €39 | €72 |
| Peugeot 2008 | SUV | 5 | 3-4 | €44 | €82 |
| Nissan Qashqai | SUV | 5 | 4 | €55 | €98 |
| Peugeot 5008 | SUV | 7 | 4 | €82 | €145 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito | Van | 8-9 | 5 | €115 | €185 |
⚠️ Note: Prices are approximate and may vary depending on the season, booking date, vehicle availability, category, insurance, deposit, mileage policy, and optional extras. Rates are usually higher in summer and during holiday periods, while lower prices are more common from November to March. Cars can be collected at Madeira Airport, and some suppliers also offer delivery or one way rentals. The table shows typical price ranges, including selected offers with no deposit and no credit card.
Chart of average car rental prices at Madeira Airport based on confirmed bookings
The documents you need to rent a car in Madeira
Passport
Driver’s License
Credit Card
Booking Voucher
Traffic Rules
Driving on European roads is always a pleasant experience because everything here is already familiar, as are the rules. For example:
- Speed limits are quite standard: 50-80-100-120 km/h.
- Children under 13 years old must sit in the back, and under three years old must be in a child seat.
- Seat belts are mandatory for everyone, front and back.
- Blood alcohol must not exceed 0.05%. For beginners, this figure is even lower.
- Headlights are mandatory in bad weather conditions or tunnels.
- Of course, right-hand traffic.
Parking
Free parking zones are quite common throughout the island, sometimes with time restrictions.
Paid parking is best found at night, which will cost only $4-5 until the morning.
Gas Stations
Fuel in Portugal is not cheap: $1.85/litre.
It might be worth paying more attention to the fuel-efficient models with better mpg stats.
Toll Roads
Car rental Madeira is maximum freedom of movement and saving money.
That is why there is not a single toll road on this remote stretch of beautiful land.
Best car rental deals at Madeira Airport (FNC)
Peugeot 3008
Premium car
Fiat Panda
Mini car
Seat Arona
SUV
Renault Clio
Compact car
Toyota Yaris
Small car
Seat Ibiza
Economy car
Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport (FNC)
✈️ Address: Aeroporto da Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo, 9100-105 Santa Cruz, Madeira, Portugal
📍 Coordinates: 32.6979,-16.7745
🌐 Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=32.6979%2C-16.7745
Best places to visit by rental car from Madeira Airport
Explore Madeira’s most popular attractions by rental car. Below are key places to visit, with approximate distance and driving time from Madeira Airport.
Funchal
Madeira’s capital is known for its Old Town, markets, gardens, cable car, and waterfront.
Ponta de São Lourenço
A scenic peninsula with cliffs, ocean views, volcanic landscapes, and popular hiking trails.
Pico do Arieiro
One of Madeira’s highest peaks, famous for mountain views, sunrise spots, and hiking routes.
Santana
Known for its traditional thatched houses, green landscapes, and access to northern Madeira.
Cabo Girão
A famous viewpoint with a glass skywalk and panoramic views over Madeira’s southern coast.
Porto Moniz
Popular for its natural volcanic pools, rocky coastline, and impressive Atlantic views.
