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Cheap Car Rentals in France from AED 104

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 30/7 and drop-off date of 20/8. 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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France car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in France. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

AED 234

Cheapest price per day

AED 104

Popular car types in France

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in France and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

There are 80 hire agencies servicing France. These agencies, altogether, have 8,955 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in France with prices from AED 104 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in France:

Economy

Economy

AED 113+

Compact

Compact

AED 104+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 162+

Standard

Standard

AED 204+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 486+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 238+

Mini

Mini

AED 104+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 313+

Compare car rental deals in France by type

Here are the best France small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best France medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best France SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best France van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai ElantraAED 104/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Fiat 500AED 104/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Chevrolet Sonic SedanAED 106/day
4
M
A/C
Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

Best car rental deals found in France

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in France. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in France with an average daily rate of AED 179. Data was last updated on 1 July 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car rentals in France, including options within a close proximity to Paris, Antibes and Nice. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Hyundai ElantraAED 104/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Fiat 500AED 104/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Chevrolet Sonic SedanAED 106/day
4
M
A/C
Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

Cheapflights insights for France car rentals

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?

Book your car hire in France 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 144/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 217% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in France?

Looking to hire a car in France? keddy by Europcar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 84.91/day. Rentscape also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 85.35/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in France?

The cheapest month to hire a car in France is January, when you can expect to pay AED 124/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in France is July (AED 197/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

AED 124

February

AED 147

March

AED 139

April

AED 182

May

AED 182

June

AED 185

July

AED 197

August

AED 190

September

AED 169

October

AED 169

November

AED 142

December

AED 177

What car do most people hire in France?

The most popular types of cars to hire in France are the following: SUV cars (Volvo XC90 or similar), Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in France?

Free2Move has 2,121 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in France at 775.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in France?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across France, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 2,877 pickup locations in France to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in France, Bordeaux is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 83/day). Other popular cities in France to get a cheap rental car are: Lyon (AED 145/day), Paris (AED 145/day), and Nice (AED 149/day).

Top rental agencies in France

Explore the leading car rental agencies in France known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in France. Reviews were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in France, including locations near Paris, Antibes and Nice. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in France, including locations around Paris, Antibes and Nice.

Sixt

7.6
Good
286 reviews216 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

7.1
Good
219 reviews566 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Avis

7.0
Good
114 reviews355 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
121 reviews196 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.8
Okay
279 reviews479 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Dollar

7.5
Good
36 reviews142 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.0
Good
52 reviews148 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.3

keddy by Europcar

7.6
Good
9 reviews775 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in France, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in France?

    The most popular car hire company at France is Alamo. With prices on ECONOMY starting at AED 144/day about 141% more people book with Alamo than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in France?

    At AED 105/day, the cheapest car rental price in France was found in Bordeaux. On average, Bordeaux has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 121/day), which is 43% below average price for cities in France.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in France?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in France.

Car rentals by fuel type in France

Browse car rentals by fuel type in France. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in France. Deals were last updated on 1 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in France. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 29+).

Electric

Electric

AED 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 46+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 29+

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