Algarve fly drive and car hire
A rental car puts much of the Algarve within easy reach of Albufeira. A careful comparison helps avoid surprises at the desk and on the road.
Hiring a car for Albufeira at Faro Airport
Faro Airport has desks for several official rental companies. Airport collection is practical, but compare the full terms rather than only the daily price.
Algarve fly-drive checklist
- Check excess, deposit and accepted credit card.
- Add every driver and verify age requirements.
- Record existing damage according to the rental procedure.
- Read the fuel and cross-border policies.
- Ask how any toll or administration charges are handled.
The A22 in the Algarve
Older guides describe the A22 as an electronic toll road. Infraestruturas de Portugal states that A22 tariffs were set to zero from 1 January 2025. Confirm this remains current for your trip and whether other Portuguese toll roads are part of your route.
An eight-day Algarve fly drive or a longer road trip
For eight days, choose fewer places and include rest days. Group routes by direction and use the day-trip page for Vilamoura, Lagos, Silves and Tavira.
Sources: Faro Airport car hire and Infraestruturas de Portugal – A22 tariffs from 2025.
Return to the regional Algarve guide. Casa Altea 1 can serve as a base in Albufeira.