Cheap Car Hire in Lyon from R675
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 Lyon with a pick-up date of 6/6 and drop-off date of 14/7. 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.
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 30 April 2025.
January
R667
February
R797
March
R722
April
R797
May
R667
June
R797
July
R889
August
R852
September
R815
October
R760
November
R667
December
R889
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 30 April 2025.
At R675/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Lyon in the past week. Out of 38 car hire agencies operating in Lyon, there are, in total, 107 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:
Economy
R675+
Compact
R1 139+
Mini
R669+
Compact SUV
R5 589+
Compare available car types for rental 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 30 April 2025.
Small cars | R556 - R1 337 | |
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All Car Types | R648 - R1 996 |
To hire a small car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of R611/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Lyon, France (~R556/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 337/day). In fact, January is about 10% 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, renting a small car saves you 41% 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 R535/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Lyon, France (~R671/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 552/day). In fact, September is about 25% 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, renting a medium car saves you 49% 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.
To hire a large car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of R965/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Lyon, France (~R859/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R3 620/day). In fact, May is about 12% 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, renting a large car saves you 7% 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.
To hire a SUV in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of R795/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Lyon, France (~R671/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 874/day). In fact, September is about 16% 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, renting a SUV saves you 24% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental 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 30 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Lyon, including keddy by Europcar, Thrifty and Budget in Lyon. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Best Lyon car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Lyon. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Lyon with an average daily rate of R1 823. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Lyon area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lyon, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Lyon?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Lyon from the following companies over the past two weeks: keddy by Europcar (R669/day), Budget (R1 048/day), and National (R1 387/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Lyon?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating) and Dollar (10,0 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 R36,15/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 627 and R2 349 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Lyon for a week from Budget?
Hiring a car in Lyon for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R8 548/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Lyon for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Lyon it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 33%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in Lyon?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Lyon.
How much is a car hire in Lyon for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Lyon are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in May to be on average R1 221 per day.
What car do most people hire in Lyon?
Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Lyon according to Cheapflights users.
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 R1 041 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Van hires in Lyon
Find people carrier hire deals in Lyon from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Lyon cost an average of R2 221 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
In terms of van hires in Lyon, these are some of the best options 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.
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 30 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Lyon. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R67+).
Electric
R67+
Hybrid
R89+