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Cheap Car Rentals in Lyon from $78

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 11/6 and drop-off date of 13/6. 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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Lyon car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Lyon. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Most popular company

OKRENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

$3.36

Average price per day

$79

Cheapest price per day

$78

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 May 2025.

January

$60

February

$72

March

$65

April

$75

May

$64

June

$72

July

$80

August

$77

September

$74

October

$69

November

$60

December

$80

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 15 May 2025.

At $78/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 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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 May 2025.

Small cars

$49 - $117

All Car Types

$49 - $147

To hire a small car in Lyon, France, you would pay an average price of $80/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Lyon, France (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$117/day). In fact, April is about 40% 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, hiring a small car saves you 11% 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 $65/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Lyon, France (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$171/day). In fact, September is about 11% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 29% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Puma$78/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Puma
BYD ATTO 3$99/day
4
M
A/C
BYD ATTO 3

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 May 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Lyon area such as keddy by Europcar, Thrifty and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.0

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

6.6
Okay
10 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.1

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

Best car rental deals found in Lyon

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Lyon. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Lyon with an average daily rate of $137. Data was last updated on 15 May 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Lyon we've found at this time. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Ford Puma$78/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Puma
BYD ATTO 3$99/day
4
M
A/C
BYD ATTO 3
Holden Spark$115/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Spark

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lyon, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Lyon?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $79/day when booking a car hire in Lyon. The absolute best deal a user found was for $79/day from Ok Mobility, booked on May 11.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Lyon for a week from Ok Mobility?

    Ok Mobility offers hire cars in Lyon for about $552 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Lyon?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Lyon for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Lyon for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Lyon, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Economy hire in Lyon is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for June, it will cost approximately $0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Lyon

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Lyon. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Lyon. Deals were last updated on 15 May 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Lyon. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($89+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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