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Driving in Madeira: What to expect on the road
Documents you'll need Bring your licence, passport and credit card. To rent a car in Funchal, you’ll need a full driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required in Madeira if your licence is in English or issued within the EU. |
Navigating city driving Expect steep hills and sharp turns. Driving in Funchal means handling winding roads, tight corners and hillside routes. Use a sat nav to avoid one-way streets and take your time on the climbs — views are great, but roads can be narrow. |
Tolls, emissions zones and charges No tolls or low-emission zones on the island. There are no toll roads in Madeira. Driving in Funchal and beyond is free from emissions charges or congestion zones, making it simple to explore the island by car. |
Parking your car in Madeira Street parking is tight in central areas. Parking in Funchal can be limited near the old town. Look for blue zones with pay machines or head to multi-storey car parks. Many hotels offer parking or valet services. |
Finding fuel or charging points Petrol’s easier to find than EV chargers. Petrol stations are common across Funchal. EV charging stations in Madeira are still limited, so use Electromaps or PlugShare to plan ahead if you’re hiring an electric car. |
Local driving style and tips Drivers are cautious but confident on hills. Local driving rules in Madeira are followed. Expect steady speeds, careful overtaking and good lane discipline. Take care on mountain roads and use lower gears on steeper slopes. |
Get the best car hire deal at Madeira Airport with Why Not
Taking a some time to look for the best deal can seem a little daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best car hire deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Pick-up options
Collect your rental car at the airport with ease by selecting the right pick-up option for you. You could collect your car at the airport, be met by Why Not staff or even get a shuttle bus to the pick-up location. Whatever you'd prefer, Why Not could offer you a range of options. Just start your car hire search and filter by 'Pick-up' options.
No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a car hire deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? With Why Not, you could rent an electric or hybrid car. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Why Not has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available at Madeira Airport, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.
Rent a car long term, if you need to
Looking to rent a car with Why Not for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Why Not at Madeira Airport and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.
Go with the right company
Not set on renting with Why Not? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with at Madeira Airport are Magic Islands Rent a Car, way 2 azores and Funchal Drive. The cheapest car hire companies at Madeira Airport are Goldcar, Klasswagen.com and Drivalia. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
