Rent a Car in Santa Cruz das Flores Port

Santa Cruz das Flores port is the island's main maritime hub, located directly adjacent to the town center and with ferry connections to neighboring island Corvo. With 1 rental company near the port, you can easily combine boat arrival with a car rental tour of Flores' unique natural landscape. The port is just 500 meters from Santa Cruz center and 2 km from airport FLW.

From here, the small passenger ferry departs to Corvo, Europe's smallest inhabited island, with a journey of approximately 45 minutes. If you arrive by cruise ship or sailboat, book a car in advance - availability is limited and can run out quickly during summer. Plan an early start from the port to fit all of Flores' waterfalls and lagoons into one day.

Drive south toward Fajã Grande, 14 km away, to watch the sunset from the island's western cliff coast. Is there a ferry between Flores and Corvo? Yes, the passenger ferry runs regularly and takes approximately 45 minutes - cars cannot be taken along.

Are there taxi alternatives at the port if a rental car is unavailable? There are a few local taxis, but book in advance as availability is very limited on Flores. Can I rent a car at the port and return it at the airport?

Contact the rental company directly to confirm if one-way car rental between the port and airport is possible.

We compare prices from all major providers at Santa Cruz das Flores Port so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.