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Great service from start to finish. I was impressed with the communication upon arrival at Lisbon airport. The representative called us and met us promptly. I highly recommend Masterkings.
Giuseppe Chieffo - Lisbon Airport, 2 months ago
Search, compare and book you next car hire with Zest Car Rental for inclusive deals you won’t find anywhere else. At Zest, we understand the last thing you need after a long flight is to deal with problems collecting your car hire. Therefore, we only partner with trusted and monitored providers to ensure a hassle-free and smooth car rental experience. Renting a car on your holiday is the best way to explore hidden gems, and traverse at your own pace. You’re in safe hands when you book your next car hire with Zest Car Rental!
We only work with car rental companies at Lisbon Airport that will give you the best service every time. From smaller, independent companies such as Rentauto, Masterkings or Drive4Fun to the more established brands like Hertz and Centauro, you can be sure of having a great car rental experience.
All providers are monitored very closely to ensure you're always getting the best rental cars at Lisbon Airport, service with a smile and backup if anything goes wrong.
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Lisbon Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications!
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts!
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Lisbon Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at Lisbon Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems!
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today!
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours.
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent!

If you land at Lisbon Airport, there are numerous seaside resorts and towns to enjoy as well, so whatever your taste, they will be catered for here.
And, with many of the star attractions located outside the city, hiring a car is essential for making the most of your time in Lisbon.
Must-see sites in Lisbon include St. George's Castle, Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery, not forgetting the remarkable Museu Calouste Gulbenkian.
Wander through the bustling Rossio Square and soak up the atmosphere.
If you crave some retail therapy, Principe Real is full of beautiful shops, then head to Chiado and marvel at the stunning streets. Traverse up to Bairro Alto and immerse yourself in the wondrous views.
Stroll along the south bank of the city and locate Cristo Rei, a statue of Jesus Christ which is 28m tall. This monument can be seen from many parts of the city.
With Zest Car Rental, you are permitted to enter Spain whilst on rental! This allows you to discover diverse landscapes and cultural treasures of both Portugal and Spain. Please be aware that each provider has different regulations on which countries you can take your rental car into. This is labelled during the booking process. Simple and hassle-free!
There are two terminals at Lisbon Airport however most international arrivals will only use Terminal 1. We work with lots of car rental companies at Lisbon Airport so you're never short for choice on how to collect your rental car. Whether you prefer the ease of the desk in the airport or the laid back nature of the vehicle being slightly further away from the airport, we have a shuttle option too.
Take a drive to Sintra, a fairytale town just 40 minutes away when you rent a car. this town includes a palace called the Pena Palace (or Palácio da Pena in Portuguese). While in this area, you can also visit Quinta da Regaleira, which is an impressive estate with lush gardens, there are also mysterious caves and tunnels underground.
An area that is not too far away from the airport is Cascais; this area contains beaches as well as cultural and historical attractions. An example of one of its attractions is Cabo da Roca, which is a cape on the westernmost point of the region Sintra. This area makes for some stunning views and beautiful photos. It is roughly a 45-minute drive from Lisbon Airport in a rental car to the cape and a thirty-five minute drive to the seaside town of Cascais.
Visit the town of Setubal which is less than an hour’s drive away. It’s popular for dolphin watching next to the busy port, and there are also gorgeous sandy beaches, dunes and a pine forest at the southern end of the town. Parque Natural da Serra da Arrabida, the national park, is also close by.
Car lovers should undoubtedly discover Oerias. It’s home to the Ancient Automobile Museum which showcases ancient models from as early as 1930.
Discover the pretty coastal town of Cascais. The cobbled streets never fail to charm visitors and you can also enjoy the yacht harbour, small beaches, sea museum and also the castle ruins. There’s also a fish market each afternoon next to the harbour.
Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais can be found 40km inland, approximately 50 minutes away. It’s a stunning national park which you can discover on foot or by bicycle.
At Zest Car Rental, we offer a wide range of vehicles at Lisbon Airport to suit every type of traveller. Whether you are exploring the city, heading out on a family holiday, or enjoying a weekend getaway, we have the perfect car for you.
Find out how much luggage each car category can hold. Read our detailed guide here!
At Lisbon Airport, you can pick up your car and drop it off at a different location, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. One-way rentals are perfect for road trips, city-to-city travel, or flexible itineraries.
Please note that each provider sets their own rules for one-way rentals, and some may apply a mandatory local fee. This is clearly shown during the booking process.
Zest allows qualified drivers of all ages to hire a car at Lisbon Airport, though younger or older drivers may be subject to an additional surcharge.
To view all your available vehicle options, input the driver’s age correctly when retrieving a quote.
The ideal time to explore Lisbon and its surrounding areas is during the shoulder seasons of April to May or September to October. During these months, you can enjoy pleasant weather and plenty of sunshine while avoiding the peak summer crowds.
Car rentals are often easier to book, and local events or festivals make your trip even more memorable. Planning your visit in these months gives you the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and authentic local experiences.
We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan.
If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288.
If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.
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