Lyon

Cheap Car Hire in Lyon from $36

Lyon, Lyon Metropolis, France
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Lyon, Lyon Metropolis, France
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Lyon car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Lyon. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$3.19

Average price per day

$93

Cheapest price per day

$36

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Lyon?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Lyon and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

$51

February

$62

March

$59

April

$57

May

$67

June

$76

July

$89

August

$77

September

$74

October

$65

November

$53

December

$73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Lyon is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Lyon

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Lyon and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are 37 hire agencies servicing Lyon. These agencies, altogether, have 98 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Lyon with prices from $38 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Lyon:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Lyon

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Lyon to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

$74 - $134

All Car Types

$97 - $156

To hire a small car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of $88/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Lyon, France (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$134/day). In fact, December is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Lyon. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Lyon, hiring a small car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Lyon small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of $145/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Lyon, France (~$111/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$198/day). In fact, December is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Lyon. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Lyon, hiring a medium car is 20% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of $172/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Lyon, France (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$319/day). In fact, February is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Lyon. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Lyon, hiring a large car is 32% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of $136/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Lyon, France (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$265/day). In fact, January is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Lyon. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Lyon, hiring a SUV is 14% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Lyon SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of $164/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Lyon, France (~$99/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$263/day). In fact, May is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Lyon. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Lyon, hiring a van is 29% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Lyon van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent Hatch$47/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Yaris Cross$50/day
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Toyota Yaris Cross

Top hire agencies in Lyon

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Lyon known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Lyon. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Lyon, including keddy by Europcar, Thrifty and Budget. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

keddy by Europcar

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.6

Budget

8.7
Very Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Sixt

7.0
Good
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.5

Europcar

6.5
Okay
10 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.2

Hertz

6.1
Okay
8 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.3

Dollar

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

6.0

Rent@Car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best Lyon car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Lyon. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Lyon with an average daily rate of $57. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Lyon. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota C-HR$38/day
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Toyota C-HR
Nissan X-Trail$47/day
5
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Nissan X-Trail
Kia Picanto$47/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lyon, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Lyon?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $93/day when booking a car hire in Lyon. The absolute best deal a user found was for $57/day from Europcar, booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Lyon?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Lyon from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar ($38/day), Budget ($47/day), and Hertz ($87/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Lyon?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) and Avis (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Lyon.

  • What are petrol prices like in Lyon?

    The average price of petrol in Lyon is $3.19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $143 and $207 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Lyon for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Lyon. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $601 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Lyon for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 36% to make it a great deal in Lyon. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Lyon?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Lyon however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Lyon for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 61% on a month-long rental by booking with Europcar. Europcar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Lyon can cost you on average $2,578 a month or $86 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Lyon for a weekend?

    It costs $45 for a weekend car hire in Lyon, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact SUV as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Lyon in April, prices are $113 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Lyon?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Lyon is Mini (Fiat 500) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Lyon

Find small car hire deals in Lyon from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Lyon cost an average of $70 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Nissan March$36/day
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Nissan March
Nissan March$36/day
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Nissan March
Nissan Micra$50/day
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A/C
Nissan Micra

Van hires in Lyon

Find van hire deals in Lyon from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Lyon cost an average of $81 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Lyon we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota HiAce$51/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$61/day
5
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$69/day
5
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Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Lyon

Browse car hires by fuel type in Lyon. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Lyon. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Lyon. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($20+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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