01

Identify the handoff

The official airport page lists terminal operators and their published hours. Other companies may use licensed meet-and-greet, delivery or shuttle arrangements. The brand on a booking site may also differ from the desk operator named in the rental terms.

  • Save a phone number that works on arrival.
  • Provide the flight number where requested.
  • Confirm walking, shuttle and parking instructions.
02

Late arrival and return

A desk that accepts a reservation after closing may use a separate contract-opening process or fee. An after-hours key drop may leave you responsible until the car is inspected. Photograph the parked vehicle, bay, fuel and mileage and retain the return timestamp.

03

Sources

Policy details can change. These sources were reviewed on the dates shown.

  1. Madeira Airport — car rental desks — Checked 2026-07-16
  2. Enterprise Madeira after-hours returns — Checked 2026-07-16