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Rent-a-Star is one of the best-value car rental operators at Lisbon Airport (LIS) – consistently well-rated, with economy cars from around €12–18/day ($13–$20) in low season and a fast, friendly meet-and-greet pickup. It's a value-focused alternative to the big chains, though you should know it's an off-terminal operator. Unlike the Algarve, the Lisbon area still has tolls (A5, bridges, some ring roads). This guide covers Rent-a-Star in Lisbon, the real prices, how it compares, and the toll and insurance tips.
Rent-a-Star is a well-rated value operator at Lisbon Airport, with a friendly meet-and-greet pickup.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) is a large, competitive market, which keeps prices reasonable outside peak summer. Expect roughly the following in 2026:
Average Daily Rates at Lisbon Airport by Season
Booked 4–6 weeks in advance, prices in EUR
| Season | Manual Economy | Manual Compact | Automatic Compact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (Nov–Feb) | €12–18 | €15–24 | €26–42 |
| Shoulder (Mar–May, Oct) | €18–30 | €24–38 | €38–55 |
| Peak (Jun–Sep) | €32–48 | €38–58 | €55–85 |
Value operators like Rent-a-Star usually sit at or below the market average for the same car class.
Estimated rental cost by trip length
from €12/day
Illustrative — daily rate × days at the lowest 2026 starting price; real prices vary by season & demand.
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Rent-a-Star is a value operator known for friendly service and below-average prices. Like at Faro, it typically uses an off-terminal pickup with a meet-and-greet or short shuttle rather than a terminal desk.
After you land at Lisbon and collect your luggage, a representative meets you (or a short shuttle takes you to the nearby pickup point). Knowing this in advance avoids confusion – save the booking voucher and any local phone number before you fly.
The subject of this guide. A value-focused operator with friendly service and below-average prices – a strong pick if you want a cheap, hassle-light rental and don't mind an off-terminal pickup.
A well-rated Portuguese national brand that often undercuts the global chains while keeping service high. Worth a direct quote.
The strongest international brand at Lisbon Airport for a newer fleet and a real terminal desk. Pricier; watch the upsell.
A dependable major with a broad fleet – a safe fallback at LIS.
Aggressive upsells, fuel and damage disputes, and one of the lowest Trustpilot scores in the industry.
Low headline prices but repeated complaints over deposit holds and fuel policy.
Cheap online but notorious for strict fuel rules, toll fees and excess disputes at return.
Basic CDW with an excess of €1,000–€1,800, blocked on your card. Tyres, glass and underbody usually excluded.
Super CDW to zero the excess is €15–25/day – €105–175 a week.
Standalone excess insurance (€4–7/day) bought before you travel covers the excluded items and refunds any excess charged. Buy it and decline the counter upsell.
Insurance Cost Comparison: 7-Day Lisbon Rental
2026 pricing
| Option | Daily Cost | 7-Day Total | Covers Tyres/Glass? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic CDW (included) | €0 | €0 | No |
| Counter Super CDW | €15–25 | €105–175 | Sometimes |
| Third-party excess cover | €4–7 | €28–49 | Yes |
The Lisbon area has booth tolls (A1, A2), the tolled A5 to Cascais, the bridge tolls (25 de Abril, Vasco da Gama) and some electronic ring roads. Most companies fit a Via Verde transponder and bill you the tolls plus a small daily fee.
| Route from Lisbon | Road | Approx. Toll |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon → Cascais / Estoril | A5 | ~€1–2 |
| Lisbon → Porto | A1 | ~€25 (booth) |
| Lisbon → Algarve | A2 | ~€20–22 (booth) |
| 25 de Abril bridge (into Lisbon) | Ponte | ~€2 |
Lisbon fills up in summer; automatics go first.
See the market, then check value operators like Rent-a-Star and Guerin directly.
Cheaper and more available than automatics.
Buy third-party excess cover beforehand.
Confirm at pickup to avoid later fines.
Refuel before drop-off.
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White-sand coves and turquoise water across the bridge.
A UNESCO World Heritage city in the Alentejo.
Rent-a-Star is a well-rated value operator with friendly service and below-average prices – a strong choice if you want a cheap, low-hassle rental. The main thing to know is that it uses an off-terminal meet-and-greet pickup rather than a desk inside the terminal.
It's typically an off-terminal pickup via meet-and-greet or a short shuttle. Save your voucher and any local phone number, and confirm the exact pickup point at booking.
Low-season manual economy cars start at €12–18/day ($13–$20). Shoulder season is €18–30/day and peak summer €32–48/day, with automatics more. Value operators like Rent-a-Star sit at or below average.
The A5 to Cascais, the bridges and some ring roads are tolled (the A1 and A2 use booths). Most companies fit a Via Verde transponder and bill you the tolls plus a small daily fee – confirm it's active at pickup.
It's cheaper to buy standalone excess insurance (€4–7/day) before you travel than the counter Super CDW (€15–25/day). Third-party cover also includes tyres, glass and underbody.
For value and friendly service, Rent-a-Star is excellent if you don't mind the off-terminal pickup. Choose Sixt or Europcar if you specifically want a terminal desk and a newer fleet.
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Last updated: June 2026. Prices and policies change – always verify directly with the rental company.
