Car Hire at Ponta Delgada airport (PDL)

The offices of the main car hire companies are located on the ground floor (Level 0), in the public area of the arrivals hall. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance, especially during the peak summer season.

• Autatlantis
• Europcar
• Guerin - Also represents Alamo, Enterprise and National
• Hertz - Includes Thrifty and Dollar services
• Ilha Verde
• Sixt
• Wayzor

Bookings: Search for car hire at Ponta Delgada Airport

Requirements to hire a vehicle

To hire a car in the Azores, you will generally need to meet the following requirements:

• Driving licence: Must be valid. If you are from a country outside the European Union or the European Economic Area, it is highly recommended (and sometimes mandatory) to carry an International Driving Permit.
• Identification document: Original passport or national identity card.
• Credit card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required to place a security deposit. Debit cards are generally not accepted for this purpose.
• Minimum age: Most companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old and to have held a driving licence for at least one year. Drivers under 25 are usually subject to an additional “young driver” surcharge.