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Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) Car & Van Hire

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

Location Details

Aeroport St Exupery
BP 131
Satolas, V, FR, 69125

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+33 4 72 22 74 87

Hours & Services

3 November 2024
Sunday 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Pick-Up Service Unavailable
After-Hours Returns Available

Directions from Terminal

Counter located in terminal. Cars are within walking distance.

Hiring a car at Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

You'll find Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport 13 miles southeast of Lyon city centre. It's an important transport hub for the whole of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes area. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is in the airport building, so collecting your hire vehicle is a smooth process. The airport is close to the major road network, with good access to many major routes. As with any large city, traffic can be busy, so plan additional time for your journey at peak times. In Lyon itself, don't miss the old town with its stunning historical and architectural features. For peace in a busy city, visit the tranquil, well-maintained and colourful Parc de la Tete d'Or in Lyon's 6th arrondissement. Also, the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere is well worth a visit as an interesting and very ornate cathedral, opulent in design and with spectacular views over the city. Furthermore, if you like food markets, Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse is an absolute delight. You can park your hire car on the streets of Lyon for a charge. The chargeable times are from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. and on-street parking on a Sunday is free.

Cheap car hire in Lyon Airport

If you are looking for cheap car hire in Lyon Airport then you are in the right place. Have a browse through what our branch pages have to offer. From economy cars to premium cars we can provide exactly what you are looking for. Whether you are looking for short term or long term rental Enterprise can provide it.


Lyon Airport has many sights to visit and things to explore which why having a car is the best way to make sure you see all the best bits Lyon Airport has to offer. Start your journey with Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

One way car-hire

Are you looking for one-way car hire? Enterprise Rent-A-Car has exactly what you are looking for! You can choose from a wide range of vehicles which include economy, SUVs and people carriers. This great service provided is great if you are planning a road trip across the city or even country or even when moving house and you want to save yourself time and stress. Book today with Enterprise!

Free pick up services

Do you need to get picked up? No problem at all, Enterprise offers a free pick up service during normal business hours. Pick-ups are done by the first non-airport location within 10 miles of your location. Once you have been picked up and you are back at the office, a Enterprise rental representative will complete your paper work and have you on the road in no time so you can start your holiday. To book this service and schedule your pick up time please call you local rental office directly.

Why hire with Enterprise?

Enterprise offers car hire worldwide and with numerous branch locations it has never been this convenient. Whether it's for holiday, a business trip or to move goods, Enterprise can accommodate your needs. Offering short and long term hire, look no further. Receive the best customer service for a great price and book with Enterprise Rent-A-Car today.

Rental Policies

Rental conditions apply to all additional drivers. A fee of 28.43 Euro per rental excl vat applies.

Renters must be aged 21 or over to rent Mini, Economy, Compact, Compact Wagon, Monospace Wagon, Convertible and Aans. Renters must be aged 25 or over to rent Intermediate, Standard, Monospace, Wagon, Minivan, SUV 4x2, Premium Wagon, Premium. Renters must be aged 30 or over to rent Luxury.

Damage waiver reduces the amount of liability you are responsible for in the event of damage to and or theft of the vehicle. The excess price is 18.00 EUR. The excess amounts applicable with damage waiver are. Vehicle class Economy-Mini-Electric- Compact- Intermediate- Standard- SUV- Convertible, 850.00 EUR. Vehicle class Monospace-Mini-van - Fullsize Wagon-Van-Fullsize- Luxury, 2000.00 EUR.

A. One way rentals are permitted for all public products for all cars in France, cost is available upon booking. B. One way rentals are permitted on all tour products, except weekend rates for all cars in France, cost is available upon booking. C. One way rentals are not permitted between France Mainland and France Corsica. International one way rentals are not permitted.

Excess protection is an optional coverage that allows the renter to reduce their excess responsibility. The price of ep is 15.00 EUR per day. For Economy-Mini- Electric- Compact- Intermediate- Standard- SUV- Convertible reducing excess from 850.00 EUR to 150.00 EUR. Vehicle class Monospace-Mini-Van – Fullsize Wagon-Van-Fullsize- Luxury reducing excess from 2000.00 EUR to 1300.00 EUR.

To comply with the Enterprise standard fuel policy the vehicle should be returned with a level of fuel equal to the amount provided at the start of the rental. Optional fuel products are available at participating locations.

Theft protection - TP theft protection is an optional insurance which reduces the customers loss or theft responsibility to the excess-deductible amount. The customer is liable for between 8,500.00 to 40,000.00 EUR of the damage-loss if this insurance is not purchased. TP per day is excluding vat. Deductible with TP is including vat, the cost of TP per day varies from each car class. TP rates range from up to 7.11 EUR plus vat per day with the deductible up to the amount of 5000.00 EUR.

Cross border policy customer must advise the car will be driven out of France at the beginning of the rental. Cross border travel is not permitted into AL,BY,BA,BG, HR,CZ,EE,GR,HU,IE,LV,LT,PL,MK,RO,RU,CS,SK,SI,TR,UA. Cross border travel is permitted into AD,AT,BE,DK,FI,DE ES,NL,IT,LU,NO,PT,SE,CH,GB at no extra cost. Cross border is travel is permitted into Corsica, Sardinia, Balearic Islands providing the car is returned to the mainland. Contact rental location for additional cross border restrictions and charges.

Amex, Diners, Mastercard, Visa accepted. Debit cards, cash, travellers cheques and eurocheques are not accepted. An international valid credit card is always required for the deposit which will be held on the credit card until the vehicle is returned. Two credit cards in the same name and surname required for car groups SFAR, PDAR, CTMR, LDAR, FDMR, FWAR, FDAR, IFMR, PFAR, LFAR, IGAR, IGMR and the credit cards must not be from the same issuer. The minimum authorization is EUR 1500 per card.

Renters must present a valid driving license held for a minimum of one year. The license must be in Roman alphabet. An international driving license is valid only if presented with the domestic driving license. Renters must also provide either an identity card or a passport, return train or flight tickets and a local landline telephone number, this cannot be a mobile number. Proof of home address will be required from all french residents at time of rental. As proof of address France accept an edf, gdf bill or fr telecom bill or any other landline provider.

Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) Car Hire FAQs

The cost of a rental car depends on many factors and can vary greatly. These factors include:

  • The length of time you are renting the car
  • Car class selected
  • Rental location
  • Added insurance or protection products
  • Additional products selected
  • If you have to modify your reservation
  • If you have to extend your reservation
  • If you have to change your rental drop-off location

For the most accurate pricing, start a reservation.

To rent a car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car in the United States and Canada, you will need the following:

  • To be 25 years old 
  • A valid driving licence with a photo
  • A photo ID (for example: a driving licence or passport)
  • Credit or debit card (check the acceptable forms of payment at the location you're renting from)

Some locations may require additional information, including but not limited to: 

  • An International Driving Permit (IDP): If the licence is written in a language or characters different from those of the country of rental, an IDP is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licences from countries that are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation.
  • Return travel and accommodation information: Visitors to the UK must also provide proof of return travel and accommodation information while in the UK. 

As a customer, you have a choice as to how you would like to pay for fuel.

Fuel policy at non-airport locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • A full tank of fuel is not guaranteed.

Fuel policy at airport car rental locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • You may opt to pre-pay for fuel — pre-pay gives you two conveniences:
    • You can avoid the hassle of having to fuel up the vehicle before returning.
    • The pre-pay fuel option is calculated at the local rate of fuel minus a per gallon discount.

Note: Pre-paid fuel is only sold in full tanks at the discounted price per gallon and is not refundable. Local fuel rates will vary by the area you are renting a vehicle.

For additional questions, please visit our main car rental FAQs page.