Cheapflights insights for Lyon car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Lyon, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Lyon?
For the best savings on car hire in Lyon, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R661/day – about 1 429% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Lyon?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Lyon is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Thrifty (rated 9.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lyon?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Lyon is January, when you can expect to pay R643/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Lyon is July (R893/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
R643
February
R768
March
R696
April
R804
May
R768
June
R821
July
R893
August
R839
September
R786
October
R732
November
R643
December
R857
Which car hire company has the most locations in Lyon?
Sunnycars has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Lyon at 7.
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 17 July 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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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lyon, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2025.
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 R3 877/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Lyon?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Lyon.