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Cheap Car Hire in France from $35

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in France with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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France car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in France. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$69

Cheapest price per day

$35

Popular car types in France

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in France and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are, in total, 9,013 car hire locations in France that are operated by 79 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $35/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from France hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compare car hire deals in France by type

Here are the best France small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best France medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best France SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best France van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$35/day
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Fiat 500$37/day
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Best car hire deals found in France

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in France. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in France with an average daily rate of $51. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the France region, including options close to Paris, Nice and Bordeaux. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Mitsubishi Mirage$35/day
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Fiat 500$37/day
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Fiat 500$37/day
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Cheapflights insights for France car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in France, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in France?

To get the best deal on car hire in France, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $59, which is about 28% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in France?

Looking to hire a car in France? keddy by Europcar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $27.67/day. Enterprise Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $33.12/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in France?

The cheapest month to hire a car in France is January, when you can expect to pay $55/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in France is August ($83/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$55

February

$63

March

$62

April

$79

May

$79

June

$76

July

$83

August

$83

September

$72

October

$68

November

$63

December

$70

What car do most people hire in France?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting France. Compact cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in France?

Free2Move has 2,120 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in France at 777.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in France?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across France, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 2,902 pickup locations in France to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Among the most popular cities in France, Marseille offers the lowest average car hire price at just $37/day. Other affordable options include Nantes ($43/day), Strasbourg ($43/day), and Bordeaux ($43/day).

Top hire agencies in France

Explore the leading car hire agencies in France known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in France. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in France, including those that serve Paris, Nice and Bordeaux. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in France, including locations around Paris, Nice and Bordeaux.

Sixt

7.6
Good
285 reviews216 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

7.1
Good
219 reviews566 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Avis

7.0
Good
114 reviews356 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
122 reviews196 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.8
Okay
279 reviews479 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Dollar

7.4
Good
36 reviews155 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
52 reviews157 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

keddy by Europcar

7.6
Good
9 reviews777 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in France, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in France?

    The most popular car hire company at France is keddy by Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $28/day about 143% more people book with keddy by Europcar than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in France?

    At $43/day, it is 44% cheaper on average to rent a car in Dijon than any other city in France. The cheapest price found in France was for $27/day in Dijon.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in France?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in France.

Car hires by fuel type in France

Browse car hires by fuel type in France. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in France. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in France. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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