South of France car hire

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Cheap car hire in South of France

EconomyR614/day
CompactR758/day
IntermediateR793/day
StandardR1 643/day
People carrierR1 169/day
Full-size SUVR1 362/day
MiniR561/day
PremiumR1 297/day
Passenger vanR2 116/day
Compact SUVR827/day
Compact estate carR1 095/day
Standard SUVR1 117/day
Intermediate SUVR1 945/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for hiring a car in South of France

  • It is against the law to drink and drive in France. If you are thought to have been drinking, police can pull you over and breathalyse you. If you’re found to be over the legal alcohol blood limit of 0.05%, you will be prosecuted accordingly. It’s highly recommended that you consume no alcohol in the build-up to driving.
  • If you have children in the vehicle, you must abide by the child safety laws of the region. Infants under 15 months, that weigh less than 13 kg, must be in a rear-facing child seat. Children younger than 4 years of age, that weigh less than 18 kg, need to be in a forward-facing child seat. Whereas those younger than 12, who weigh less than 35 kg, need to be in a booster seat or booster cushion.
  • You are normally permitted to drive your South of France hire car over the border to countries such as Spain. However, you must request written permission before you do so. If you do not have this, then your insurance might be voided as soon as you cross into another country. You should also check that your vehicle does not have a mileage-cap, which could restrict you from driving long distances.
  • You will normally need a credit card to pay for your car hire in the South of France. This is usually used for the reservation and also for a damage deposit. Some major debit cards will also be accepted, depending on the agency you use. Cash is not accepted by any of the car hire branches. You should also ensure you have a valid driving licence and current photo ID in order to hire a car in this region.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in South of France for R944 or less
  • Book your car hire in South of France at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport car hire locations in South of France are around 25% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Standard car hire in South of France are around -30% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in South of France

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South of France?

    On average a car hire in South of France costs R1 308 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in South of France?

    Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in South of France.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in South of France?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Goldcar Rental SP (R614/day), Dollar (R728/day) and Alamo (R831/day).

  • What is the best car hire company in South of France?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in South of France are Sixt (7,3, 110 reviews), Hertz (6,7, 52 reviews), and Europcar (6,3, 63 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in South of France?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in South of France?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in South of France are Nice (27% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in South of France), Brive-la-Gaillarde (19%) and Toulouse (11%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in South of France?

    On average a car hire in South of France costs R6 696 per week (R957 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in South of France?

    On average a car hire in South of France costs R28 699 per month (R957 per day).

  • Should I hire a car in the South of France?

    It’s a great idea to hire a car in the South of France. A hire car gives you more flexibility and freedom to explore at your own speed, which isn’t always possible with public transport. In addition, it makes it easier to reach remote and scenic locations. The South of France has a diverse landscape, from the endless coastline to the rugged mountains, all of which you will be able to explore fully in your hire car. A hire car makes it easier to reach some of the region’s most popular attractions too, such as Dune du Pilat, Parc national des Pyrenees and Massif de Chartreuse. You will also be able to drive amongst the quaint villages in the south of the country, which don’t tend to have the best transport connections.

  • What is driving like in the South of France?

    Driving in the South of France is an enjoyable experience. The roads are well-maintained throughout the country, and driving in the rural areas is relatively stress-free. In larger cities, it’s worth noting that driving styles can become a bit more aggressive, with the use of the car horn a common sound. Whilst main roads tend to be spacious, country lanes and roads in urban areas are narrow, so take care on tight corners. The whole of France is well-signposted, so you should be able to get to your destination with ease. In the South of France, you must drive on the right-hand side of the road, which is the opposite of the UK.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in the South of France?

    Most car hire companies require drivers to be a minimum of 21 years of age in France, although some agencies have the minimum age as high as 25 years old. You will normally will need to have held your licence for one year too. Most drivers under the age of 25 will be required to pay a young person’s surcharge, whilst it’s also common for there to be age restrictions on certain vehicle types.

Car hire directory

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in South of France

    41 Locations

  • free2move

    Free2Move car hire locations in South of France

    37 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in South of France

    36 Locations

  • rentatcar

    Rent@Car car hire locations in South of France

    35 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in South of France

    33 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in South of France

    28 Locations

  • ada

    ADA car hire locations in South of France

    22 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car hire locations in South of France

    22 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in South of France

    21 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in South of France

    20 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in South of France

    18 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in South of France

    18 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

R1 000/day

Good deal

R944/day

When to book a rental car in South of France

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