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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 15 November 2024.

January

R639

February

R767

March

R748

April

R639

May

R694

June

R803

July

R894

August

R858

September

R803

October

R748

November

R657

December

R876

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.

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 15 November 2024.

Small cars

R381 - R1 231

All Car Types

R381 - R1 598

To hire a small car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of R672/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Lyon, France (~R381/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 231/day). In fact, March is about 44% 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 18% 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 medium car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of R611/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Lyon, France (~R662/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 530/day). In fact, September is about 8% 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 26% 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 R690/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Lyon, France (~R662/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 831/day). In fact, September is about 5% 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 16% 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.

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 15 November 2024.
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.

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

9,2

Comfort

8,8

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,8

Budget

8,6
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,4

Sixt

7,1
Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,6

Europcar

6,5
Okay
10 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,0

Dollar

6,4
Okay
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

7,2

Hertz

5,8
Fair
4 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,0

Free2Move

7 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lyon, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 November 2024.
  • 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 R35,62/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 603 and R2 315 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Lyon for a week can be a great option for travel. keddy by Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R5 713/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 40%). 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Lyon?

    Class Intermediate Car, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Lyon according to Cheapflights users.

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