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.