
Cheap Car Hire in France from R533
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 24/8 and drop-off date of 2/9. 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.
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 July 2025.
Most popular company | keddy by Europcar |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | R1 206 |
Cheapest price per day | R533 |
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 July 2025.
There are currently 8 966 hire locations operating in France spread across 80 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in France is small car at R533 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
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:
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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 R1 109. Data was last updated on 13 July 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.
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 R708, 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 R324,73/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at R522,61/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 R637 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R946. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R637
February
R739
March
R692
April
R883
May
R890
June
R918
July
R946
August
R942
September
R838
October
R802
November
R688
December
R810
What car do most people hire in France?
Economy cars (Peugeot 208, for example) are the most popular in France. Intermediate (Peugeot 3008) and Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting France.
Which car hire company has the most locations in France?
Free2Move has 2 122 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in France at 778.
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 13 July 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.
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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 July 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 R1 275/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from keddy by Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R600/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in France?
At R1 330/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Paris than any other city in France. The cheapest price found in France was for R813/day in Paris.
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 13 July 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 (R27+).