Car Rental at Lyon St Exupéry Airport
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Cheapest car rental rates
Economy
Fiat 500 or similar
$15.93 per day
Mini
Fiat 500 or similar
$16.35 per day
Compact
Renault Captur or similar
$27.46 per day
Intermediate
Renault Captur or similar
$39.53 per day
Most popular car rental deals
Compact Elite SUV
Audi Q2 or similar
$51.63 per day
Standard
Volkswagen Passat or similar
$52.09 per day
Premium
Mercedes Benz C Class or similar
$58.50 per day
Full-size SUV
BMW X1 or similar
$78.33 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 10:04 PM on 4/24/25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
French
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+33
Average car rental price
$42 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 130 km/h or 50 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$2.01 per liter or $7.63 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.93 per liter or $7.32 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.16 per liter or $8.19 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Located in the southeastern part of the country, Lyon is one of the most interesting cities in France. A history spanning over two millennia, impressive architecture, and delicious cuisine are some of Lyon’s main draws, and so is the easy access it offers to the French Alps. With that in mind, these are three of the most interesting attractions in and around Lyon. For more, check out what to do if you only have a couple of days in Lyon.
- Lyon Cathedral. Also called St. Jean Cathedral, it is one of the most impressive religious buildings not just in Lyon, but in all of the country. More than 500 years old, this Gothic masterpiece took exactly three centuries to finish, but the effort was clearly worth it. Part of the cathedral complex is an archaeological garden dedicated to the even older churches that used to be located in the same area but have not survived to the present day.
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. More than 200 years old, this is one of the most important art institutions in Lyon, and, indeed, all of France. The museum has vast collections of works by medieval and Renaissance masters from France and abroad, as well as relatively more recent artists such as Picasso, Miró, Matisse, and Ernst.
- Annecy. Sometimes called the Venice of Savoy, Annecy is one of the most charming towns in this part of France. Famous for its many canals, it also boasts an impressive castle, a well-preserved medieval town center, and the Museum of Animated Film (Annecy is the location of one of the most prestigious animation festivals in the world). The trip from Lyon takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Top international routes
- Paris
- Nantes
- Bordeaux
- Toulouse
- Amsterdam
- Frankfurt
- Lisbon
- Madrid
- Tunis
- Munich
Main airlines
easyJet, HOP!, Transavia France, Travel Service, Vueling, and Air Algerie
Terminals
The two terminals are connected to each other, and walking between any two of them is easy. You can also catch a free shuttle bus.
Location
Lyon Airport is about 20 km (13 mi) southeast of downtown Lyon. Motorways D29, D147, D302, N436, and A42, and Boulevard Laurent Bonnevay are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $44 per day
- Large cars - from $33 per day
- Medium cars - from $20 per day
- Vans - from $34 per day
- Premium cars - from $44 per day
- Small cars - from $16 per day
- SUVs - from $20 per day
Car rental desks
Most are located in a separate car rental center building, which you can reach by free shuttle bus from the airport. You can find more information on the airport's official website (FR).
Services and facilities
You’ll find many cafés, bars, and restaurants, some specializing in the local cuisine. There’s as variety of shops, with duty-free outlets in both T1 and T2. Lyon Airport also has several ATMs, currency exchanges, an on-site hotel, baby care rooms, a children’s play area, a games area, mobile device charging tables, a medical center, spa, pharmacy, pay showers, and an interfaith prayer room. The left luggage service is located in the Welcome Space–Le Square area on level 1 and is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Lyon Airport is fully equipped for passengers with reduced mobility.
Nearest gas station
Esso, located at 22 Route de Lyon, can be reached in about 13 minutes and is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. There are many other gas stations near Lyon Airport and on the way to the city.
Popular one-way rentals
- Chambery (88 km / 55 miles)
- Annecy (126 km / 78 miles)
- Saint Etienne (77 km / 48 miles)
- Grenoble (92 km / 58 miles)
- Dijon (215 km / 134 miles)
- Geneva (145 km / 90 miles)
- Clermont-Ferrand (192 km / 119 miles)
- Nîmes (267 km / 166 miles)
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Airport info
Lyon St Exupéry Airport
- IATA: LYS
- ICAO: LFLL
- Name: Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS)
- Distance from city: 12.4 miles / 20 km
Top 20 locations near Lyon St Exupéry Airport
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Map of car rental locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Lyon St Exupéry Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Lyon St Exupéry Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Lyon St Exupéry Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Lyon St Exupéry Airport is January — when rental costs average $47.40 per day. This is 12% cheaper than the yearly average and 24% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $62.72 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Lyon St Exupéry Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 8 days, while in November, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at Lyon St Exupéry Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Lyon St Exupéry Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Lyon St Exupéry Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in February, while they are least likely to rent in in November.
Monthly searches at Lyon St Exupéry Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Alamo, Budget, Ok Mobility, Keddy, RentScape |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $16 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | RentScape |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Budget | Renault Clio | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| RentScape | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Enterprise | Renault Kangoo | 4 | 8 | Medium cars |
| Ok Mobility | Seat Ibiza | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ok Mobility | Peugeot 108 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Citroen C3 Aircross | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Dacia Duster | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Ok Mobility | Peugeot 2008 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
BR
Ireland
Peugeot 208
4/4/25
Ski trip, beautiful nature spots, plenty of activities
ML
Hong Kong
Volvo XC40
7/2/24
Visiting vineyards and great food
JG
New Zealand
Nissan Qashqai
6/14/24
All across provence. Super trip 
MC
France
Audi A1 Sportback
1/17/24 
AP
United Kingdom
Fiat 500X
11/27/23
Your agent was polite, helpful and patient. He was clean, tidy and had a very good manner as did the young man on returning the car.
NF
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
11/18/23
I was visiting my elderly father in the Vercors so unable to do any sightseeing.
HG
Sweden
Opel Crossland
11/3/23
French countryside. Vineyards and nice food.
DB
Sweden
Peugeot 2008
10/22/23
The Maillau bridge, fantastic
AB
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 208
9/6/23
We drove from Lyon to Avignon, and then Aix-en-Provence, and Cassis. It was nice to have a car to see some of the smaller towns in Provence.
PD
United States of America (USA)
Opel Mokka
7/1/23
Had a great time cycling in Alpe D’Huez and Mont Ventoux
CF
Denmark
Peugeot 308
9/20/22
Nature, history , good food. Southen part of France:)
JD
Ireland
Opel Corsa
9/14/20
drove to Alpe D'huez in about 2 hours from the airport
DI
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
9/2/19
Be very clear where the car hire location is
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT
8.6 / 10
Lowest-rated company
RentScape
6.7 / 10
Total number of reviews
40
Total rental companies
16
Average daily price
$42.48
Lowest daily price
$15.93
Total cars available
400
Top 16 suppliers at Lyon St Exupéry Airport in 2025
+33820007498
Aéroport de Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS Rue d'Autriche Saint-Exupéry FR, 69125 Lyon
$59 - $321
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:00
Tue:
07:00 - 23:00
Wed:
07:00 - 23:00
Thu:
07:00 - 23:00
Fri:
07:00 - 23:00
Sat:
07:00 - 23:00
Sun:
08:00 - 23:00
+349020306636 / +34971928603 / +33185852359
2 Avenue D’Amsterdam, 69720 Saint-Laurent-De-Mure
$16 - $64
Working hours
Mon:
08:30 - 19:30
Tue:
08:30 - 19:30
Wed:
08:30 - 19:30
Thu:
08:30 - 19:30
Fri:
08:30 - 19:30
Sat:
08:30 - 19:30
Sun:
08:30 - 19:30
+330472227487
Aeroport St Exupery, 69125 Satolas-et-Bonce, Lyon
$39 - $64
Working hours
Mon:
07:30 - 23:00
Tue:
07:30 - 23:00
Wed:
07:30 - 23:00
Thu:
07:30 - 23:00
Fri:
07:30 - 23:00
Sat:
08:00 - 19:00
Sun:
08:00 - 20:00
Sicily By Car
+330472200946 / +330645019666
580 Chemin du Chatanay – Grenay
$41 - $152
Working hours
Mon:
13:00 - 23:59
Tue:
13:00 - 23:59
Wed:
13:00 - 23:59
Thu:
13:00 - 23:59
Fri:
13:00 - 23:59
Sat:
13:00 - 23:59
Sun:
13:00 - 23:59
+330820611660
Aeroport De Lyon Saint Exupery,
Lyon, 69125, France
$42 - $100
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:59
Tue:
07:00 - 23:59
Wed:
07:00 - 23:59
Thu:
07:00 - 23:59
Fri:
07:00 - 23:59
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08:00 - 23:59
Sun:
08:00 - 23:59
+330472227487
Aeroport St Exupery, 69125 Satolas-et-Bonce, Lyon
$39 - $102
Working hours
Mon:
07:30 - 23:00
Tue:
07:30 - 23:00
Wed:
07:30 - 23:00
Thu:
07:30 - 23:00
Fri:
07:30 - 23:00
Sat:
08:00 - 19:00
Sun:
08:00 - 20:00
+33825009900
Aeroport Lyon Saint Exupery, 69125, Lyon
$36 - $61
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:00
Tue:
07:00 - 23:00
Wed:
07:00 - 23:00
Thu:
07:00 - 23:00
Fri:
07:00 - 23:00
Sat:
08:00 - 21:00
Sun:
09:00 - 23:00
Dollar
+33451087085
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, 40 Rue De L'allemagne, Lyon 69125, France
$47
Working hours
Mon:
06:30 - 23:59
Tue:
06:30 - 23:59
Wed:
06:30 - 23:59
Thu:
06:30 - 23:59
Fri:
06:30 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:00
Sun:
08:00 - 23:59
+330977403268
AEROPORT LYON SAINT EXUPERY
$23 - $29
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:00
Tue:
07:00 - 23:00
Wed:
07:00 - 23:00
Thu:
07:00 - 23:00
Fri:
07:00 - 23:00
Sat:
08:00 - 21:00
Sun:
09:00 - 23:00
Thrifty
+33451087085
AIRPORT DE SAINT EXUPERY (LYS), 40 RUE DE L Allemagne, 69124 Lyon, France
$34 - $86
Working hours
Mon:
06:30 - 23:59
Tue:
06:30 - 23:59
Wed:
06:30 - 23:59
Thu:
06:30 - 23:59
Fri:
06:30 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:00
Sun:
08:00 - 23:59
+33451087085
40 rue d'Allemagne, Lyon (Colombier Saugnieu), 69124
$37 - $287
Working hours
Mon:
06:30 - 23:59
Tue:
06:30 - 23:59
Wed:
06:30 - 23:59
Thu:
06:30 - 23:59
Fri:
06:30 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:00
Sun:
08:00 - 23:59
Flizzr
+33170976111
100 Rue D'autriche, Bp 154
$45 - $93
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:00
Tue:
07:00 - 23:00
Wed:
07:00 - 23:00
Thu:
07:00 - 23:00
Fri:
07:00 - 23:00
Sat:
07:00 - 23:00
Sun:
08:00 - 23:00
Avis
+330820611660
Aeroport De Lyon Saint Exupery,
Lyon, 69125, France
$48 - $121
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:59
Tue:
07:00 - 23:59
Wed:
07:00 - 23:59
Thu:
07:00 - 23:59
Fri:
07:00 - 23:59
Sat:
08:00 - 23:59
Sun:
08:00 - 23:59
National
+330472227487
Navette Shuttle Terminal>Cars, Aeroport St Exupery, 69125 Satolas-et-Bonce
$40 - $136
Working hours
Mon:
07:30 - 23:00
Tue:
07:30 - 23:00
Wed:
07:30 - 23:00
Thu:
07:30 - 23:00
Fri:
07:30 - 23:00
Sat:
08:00 - 19:00
Sun:
08:00 - 20:00
Free2move
+33675990473
Chemin Des Blaches , Grenay, 38540
$25 - $30
Working hours
Mon:
00:00 - 23:59
Tue:
00:00 - 23:59
Wed:
00:00 - 23:59
Thu:
00:00 - 23:59
Fri:
00:00 - 23:59
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00:00 - 23:59
Sun:
00:00 - 23:59
+330660026814 / +330487638383
Avenue Satolas Green
Bâtiment l'Archer
69330, Pusignan
$16 - $168
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 19:59
Tue:
08:00 - 19:59
Wed:
08:00 - 19:59
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08:00 - 19:59
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08:00 - 19:59
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08:00 - 19:59
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08:00 - 19:59
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