I-VII 08:30 – 22:00
Cheap Rent (Cheap Rent a Car) is a budget operator serving Lisbon Airport: it is off-airport (office about 15 minutes away) with a shuttle, and DiscoverCars rates it 8/10. The value can be genuinely good – clean cars, helpful staff in many reviews – but the recurring gripes are small timing fees (a €50 charge if you arrive more than ~18 minutes after landing, or for an early-pickup upgrade), thin toll guidance that has led to fines, and the occasional dented car. Book carefully, get the toll instructions in writing, and Cheap Rent can be one of the lower-cost ways to drive from Lisbon.
Average daily rates at Lisbon Airport (LIS) by season
Economy/compact, booked ~4 weeks ahead, EUR
| Season | Economy | Compact | Automatic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (Nov–Feb) | €10–20 | €14–28 | €25–42 |
| Shoulder (Mar–May, Oct) | €18–32 | €24–42 | €38–62 |
| Peak (Jun–Sep) | €32–55 | €42–70 | €58–100 |
Cheap Rent is off-airport, about 15 minutes from LIS, with a meet-and-shuttle service – they advise calling if no pickup arrives within 10 minutes. Note the pickup-timing rules: arriving well after your flight lands (around 18+ minutes) has triggered a €50 charge, so head to the meeting point promptly and keep their number handy.
DiscoverCars 8/10 and good value, but watch the €50 timing fees, get toll guidance in writing (vague info has caused fines), and inspect the car for dents. Solid for prepared, budget-first renters.
If you would rather skip the shuttle and timing fees, Alamo (8/10) is in-airport with newer cars and a smoother counter.
Trustpilot ~1.6/5 with upsell and damage complaints. Cheap Rent at least carries an 8/10 verified-rental score.
DiscoverCars verified scores at Lisbon (2026)
/10, verified-rental ratings
Cheap Rent blocks an excess deposit on your card and will offer cover at the desk. Pre-book stand-alone excess insurance (€4–7/day) for cheaper protection. Inspect the car for existing dents and film a walk-around, since vehicle-condition complaints appear in reviews.
The Ponte 25 de Abril tolls southbound only, the Vasco da Gama bridge and A5 to Cascais (~€1.50) are tolled, and the A1/A2 use Via Verde gantries; rentals add a €25–50 admin fee unless you take the transponder. Crucially with a budget brand, get clear toll instructions at pickup – vague toll information has led to renters receiving fines. Central Lisbon has a ZER low-emission zone (new rental cars are unaffected). Fuel in May 2026 is about €1.92/L petrol and ~€2.05/L diesel.
Go to the meeting point promptly and confirm the pickup window to avoid the €50 charge.
Vague toll guidance has led to fines – ask exactly how electronic tolls are billed.
Sintra, Cascais, the Arrábida coast and Évora are easy day trips. Lisbon’s centre is walkable with a ZER low-emission zone, so many collect the car on departure day.
No – it is off-airport, about 15 minutes away, with a meet-and-shuttle service. Call them if no pickup arrives within 10 minutes.
Reviewers mention a €50 charge for arriving well after your flight lands (around 18+ minutes) and for an early-pickup upgrade. Head to the meeting point promptly and confirm the pickup window.
Its DiscoverCars verified-rental score is 8/10 and many reviews praise the value and staff, but watch the timing fees, vehicle condition (inspect for dents) and toll guidance.
Get clear instructions on how electronic tolls are billed and whether a Via Verde device is fitted – vague toll info has led to renters receiving fines.
Yes, a credit card in the main driver’s name for the security deposit, blocked at pickup. Pre-book excess cover to reduce your exposure.
Cheap Rent can be cheaper, but if you want to skip the shuttle and timing fees, Alamo or Budget (both 8/10, in-airport) are smoother.
Disclosure: Auto Jardim participates in the DiscoverCars affiliate program. Reviews are based on Trustpilot, Google Maps, traveller forums and direct experience. We only recommend companies we would use ourselves.
Last updated: May 2026. Prices and policies change – always verify directly with the rental company.
