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Cheap Car Hire in France from R485

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 25/7 and drop-off date of 31/7. 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 14 June 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R960

Cheapest price per day

R485

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 14 June 2025.

There are currently 9 008 hire locations operating in France spread across 79 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in France is small car at R485 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 015+

Standard

Standard

R1 168+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 337+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 528+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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:

BMW 1 SeriesR485/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series
Citroen C3R550/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Datsun GoR550/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go

Best car hire deals found in France

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in France. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in France with an average daily rate of R927. Data was last updated on 14 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 Toulouse. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
BMW 1 SeriesR485/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series
Citroen C3R550/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Datsun GoR550/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go

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 R705, which is about 1 458% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in France?

In France, the most affordable car hire company right now is Lutam, offering prices from just R324,69/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Goldcar Rental SP, with rates starting at R352,32/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in France? January is the cheapest month, costing about R630 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R952. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R630

February

R733

March

R691

April

R872

May

R886

June

R894

July

R952

August

R937

September

R838

October

R799

November

R690

December

R806

What car do most people hire in France?

Economy cars (Peugeot 208, for example) are the most popular in France. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) and Compact (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting France.

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.

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 2,898 pickup locations in France to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.

Top rental 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 14 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hiring agencies available in France, including those that serve Paris, Nice and Toulouse. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Sixt

7,6
Good
286 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 reviews152 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 reviews156 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 14 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in France?

    When hiring a car in France, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is keddy by Europcar, and with prices around R735/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from keddy by Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R391/day.

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

    At R810/day, it is 19% cheaper on average to rent a car in Nice than any other city in France. The cheapest price found in France was for R469/day in Nice.

  • 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in France. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in France. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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