Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental at Madeira Funchal Airport?

It is not required to do so. However, you are able to purchase a range of protection packages and insurances to reduce your liability.

Can I add an additional driver to my rental?

You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.

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Your Way to SIXT

After leaving the Airport arrival area please keep right and follow the signs to the car rental area where you will find our SIXT counter on the right side. Our team is ready to welcome you!

By car

From the city center of Funchal, head north on Caminho do Lombo Segundo towards Miradouro de São Roque. Please take note that Caminho do Lombo Segundo turns slightly right and becomes Estrada Cmte. Camacho de Freitas. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Estrada da Fundoa. Turn left onto the ramp to Funchal(Este)/Machico/Aeroporto which will then merge onto VR1. On the VR1, take exit 22 towards the Madeira International Airport. You will find the Madeira International Airport on your left.

SIXT Parking

Our SIXT branch has an exclusive car return area for your vehicle delivery. The parking is directly located at our CAR RETURN SIXT AIRPORT BRANCH.

Return information

The vehicle return is located at the Parking P1.

Directions

32.69310760498047, -16.775239944458008

Madeira Funchal Airport

24h Return

Address

Madeira Airport, Santa Cruz, 9100-105, Portugal

Business hours

Mon - Sun

08:00 - 00:00

Public Holidays

08:00 - 00:00

Out of hours

Do you want to return your vehicle outside of opening hours?

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4.4 stars from 3,814 reviews at Madeira Funchal Airport.

Flexible returns

Don't worry when you bring your car back with 24hr returns.

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Rent one of our top luxury models at our Madeira Funchal Airport branch.

Our services at Madeira Funchal Airport

Car Rental in Madeira Funchal Airport - Sixt rent a car

Let Sixt be your top choice when it comes to car rental at Madeira Airport. We offer an extensive fleet of premium rental cars at affordable rates. Choose from our latest model compact cars and sedans, sports cars and convertibles and SUVs. Upgrade your experience with add-ons like unlimited mileage deals and LDW, child seats, GPS or an additional driver. Book ahead online and please be aware reservations are only guaranteed for the car category as specific models are subject to availability.

Car rental at Madeira Airport

Also known as Funchal Airport, Santa Catarina Airport, and most recently Cristiano Ronaldo Airport named after the famous Portuguese footballer, Madeira Airport (FNC) is an international airport in located in the Santa Cruz municipality of Portugal. The airport was once famous for its short runway that presented a landing challenge even to the most experienced pilots in the industry. The modern Madeira airport has one runway featuring 9124 feet in length. With a single terminal, the airport hosts over 2 million passengers per year.

Things to see with your car rental from Madeira Funchal Airport

Madeira is located on the northern coast of the Atlantic Ocean enabling millions of tourist that visit Madeira annually to catch a perfect view of the ocean. Rent a car at Madeira Airport and explore the beautiful archipelago. The islands include Santo, Porto and Madeira islands. Historically, the archipelago was the first territorial discovery during The Portuguese Age of Discovery. You can also rent a car at Madeira Airport and tour the Santa Cruz municipality, the second most populated after Funchal. While you are in Santa Cruz have fun at Ribeira da Boaventura, a beach complex that boasts two swimming pools and a bathing complex. The complex also houses an aqua park that accommodates over 1000 people.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.4

4.4259796

Based on 3814 reviews

from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.7

4.6

Ricardo Landolt E.

5.0

Top service

Rainer J.

5.0

Very good service at Funchal Airport (Madeira/PT) when booking as well return of the car.

Jeff G.

5.0

Friendly and efficient experience at the desk!

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at Madeira Funchal Airport. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting at Madeira Funchal Airport

What's the minimum age to rent a car at Madeira Funchal Airport?

To rent a car with SIXT at Madeira Funchal Airport you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.

Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?

You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Madeira Funchal Airport through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to rent a car at Madeira Funchal Airport?

You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.

Easily book a long-term rental at Madeira Funchal Airport by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.

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Check out our nearby locations to Madeira Funchal Airport

Check out one of our nearby branches to Madeira Funchal Airport where you’ll find the same great service and affordable rates.

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