Faial Island car hire

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Cheap car hire in Faial Island

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Top tips for hiring a car in Faial Island

  • You can rent various vehicles from the Faial Island car rentals that will suit your tastes and preferences, the purpose of the vehicle, the number of people who will be using it, and your budget. If you decide to take a road trip, you can think about renting the coupes. The van or a minivan will be your great option if you travel as a group or as a family. Business travelers can rent SUVs, while those traveling on a fixed budget can consider either compact or economy cars.
  • If you rent a car in Faial, Kindly note that the Island does not have any special rules governing child seat safety. However, you will need to ensure your child is safe by renting an age-appropriate child seat that adheres to Europe's child seat safety regulations to ensure children under the age of 8 are not utilizing the front seat. For instance, if a child under the age of two is restrained in a rear-facing seat within the back seat of the car, a youngster at least two years old is buckled into a rear-facing car seat, Booster seats may be necessary for children as young as 4. In contrast, safety seat belts are required for children as old as 8.
  • To avoid booking a date with the traffic officers in Faial Island, kindly stick to the posted speed limits. When driving your rented car from the car rentals in Faial Island within the localities, you have to stick to 50km/h (31 mph). When driving out of localities, 80 km/h (50 mph) is maintained, while 100 km/h (62 mph) is applicable on expressways.
  • If you are renting your car to traverse various parts of Faial Island, please take note of the following key details about gas stations. First, gas stations are majorly located in town areas. If you are visiting the interior parts of the Island, please fuel enough for your trip. Second, you need not compare gas prices in different gas stations. They all charge the same prices. Third, the gas stations usually open from 9 am to 10 pm. Lastly, most gas stations accept credit and debit cards only issued in Portugal.
  • Book your car hire in Faial Island at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Faial Island are around 5% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Faial Island

  • What is the most popular car hire in Faial Island?

    Intermediate (Renault Grand Scénic or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Faial Island.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Faial Island?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Should I rent a car on Faial Island?

    Among the reasons to consider when opting for a rental car from the car rentals in Faial Islands is the freedom that a car rental offers us. With your rented car from the Faial Island car rentals, you won't be bound to the fixed bus or train schedules and routes. With your car, you won't lug your bags around the bus terminal or the train stations in Faial Island. In addition to the freedom of stopping on the way to take a photo of the beautiful views of various tourist attractions, among them, the Caldera and Praia do Almoxarife, you will access the interior parts that may be insufficiently served by the public transport such as trains, buses, and taxis.

  • What is driving like on Faial Island?

    Driving your rented car from the car rentals in Faial Island is easy. Most roads have no toll stations, which may limit your movement within the Island. Most roads also face light traffic unless there are animals on the road. Most roads are well-maintained and hence in good condition. Most drivers drive courteously, but you should be keen not to be influenced by the few who may choose to over speed and overlap for various reasons unknown to you.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car on Faial Island?

    In Faial Island, you can rent a car if you're at least 18 years old. Remember that most rental companies will impose a surcharge for young drivers to account for the higher risk of accidents or damage. Young drivers are sometimes prohibited from renting high-end cars or larger vehicles. Review the terms and conditions before making a reservation to avoid surprises when picking up your car.

Car hire locations in Faial Island

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  • autoturistica

    Auto Turistica car hire locations in Faial Island

    6 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Faial Island

    6 Locations

  • faialcarrental

    Faial Car Rental car hire locations in Faial Island

    4 Locations

  • autatlantis

    Autatlantis car hire locations in Faial Island

    3 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Faial Island

    3 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Faial Island

    3 Locations

  • ilhaverde

    Ilha Verde car hire locations in Faial Island

    3 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Faial Island

    3 Locations

  • 2rent

    2Rent car hire locations in Faial Island

    2 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Faial Island

    2 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Faial Island

    2 Locations

  • wayzor

    Wayzor car hire locations in Faial Island

    2 Locations

Good to know

Most popular car type

Intermediate

When to book a rental car in Faial Island

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

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