Car hires in Santa Cruz, Madeira

Every car hire company in Santa Cruz has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Santa Cruz include Alamo, DRIVEONHOLIDAYS , and Europcar, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

50 km/h is the city speed limit for Santa Cruz, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Santa Cruz are 100 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Santa Cruz, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Travellers looking to leave from Santa Cruz on a road trip around Madeira or the surrounding areas during the month of February should expect temperatures around 16 °C and about 65 mm of possible rain through the month.

Prices for cars in Santa Cruz are updated daily.

There are 47 operators available for cars in Santa Cruz as of February 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Santa Cruz. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Santa Cruz, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.