Lyon Airport is located 13 miles from the city of Lyon in the Rhone-Alpes region of southwest France and is the 4th busiest airport in the country. The airport is divided into three terminals from left to right, 2-1-3, with Terminal 3 being the newest, smallest, and farthest away. As a central international hub for travelers, the airport is ideal for travelers to pick up a rental car in Lyon and begin their next adventure.
Auto Europe can book car rentals at all airport terminals to ensure that your trip to France runs smoothly. Chauffeur and transfer services are also offered to help make traveling virtually hassle-free.
Auto Europe is proud to work with the most trusted and reliable car rental suppliers who do business out of the Lyon International Airport. Our unique relationships with these suppliers allow us to pass along discounts and savings not found anywhere else on the web, even directly with the suppliers themselves. We guarantee the best rates in Lyon, so compare prices among the top suppliers today.



The airport has 17 bars/restaurants and 14 specialty shops, a currency exchange facility, and Wi-Fi. The post office is located on the first floor, and passengers needing medical assistance will be directed to the ground-floor medical facilities in the Le Square section of the airport.
Information desks are conveniently located throughout the airport and are helpful to travelers looking for specific airport information, currency conversion information, and other international travel needs. Peugeot short-term car leases are also available at the airport.
Rental cars are also available for pick-up at the Perrache Rail Station and the Part Dieu Rail Station.
In addition to car rentals, Auto Europe can also book discount hotels in Lyon and surrounding towns. Several hotels in the airport vicinity are the Sofitel Hotel, NH Lyon Aeroport Hotel, and the Kyriad Lyon Aeroport Saint Exurpery. Contact us for more information about booking a hotel in Lyon with Auto Europe.
When planning an international trip, visitors may not be aware of several local laws and general travel tips. Auto Europe has put together guides and other recommendations to prepare our clients for any situations that may arise during their time in Lyon. Find quick answers and links to additional content to help you get ready for your upcoming trip to Lyon.
![]() IDP in France - To rent a car in Lyon, you are not required to present an International Driver's Permit if you are from the United States, but it is recommended. You can purchase an IDP from your local AAA for about $20. Learn more about IDP requirements in France.
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![]() Car Rental Age Requirements—France's minimum car rental age is 18, but some suppliers may set it at 21-23. There are no maximum age limits, but extra fees for young drivers in France are costly and range from $35 to $45 per day.
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![]() Lyon Car Rental Insurance—Travelers picking up their rental car in Lyon should know that all drivers are legally required to carry unlimited third-party liability insurance. With Auto Europe, the cost is already included in our daily rental rates. This insurance protects travelers from injury, death, and property damage to others while behind the wheel of their car. While some major credit cards offer car rental insurance to cardholders, not all car rental suppliers will accept this.
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| Lyon Airport Aéroports de Lyon B.P. 113 Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, 69125 IATA Code: LYS IACO Code: LFLL Latitude: 45.725556 Longitude: 5.081111 General Information: Formerly known as Lyon Satolas Airport, Lyon Airport is the international airport of Lyon, the third-biggest city in France. It is an important transport facility for the entire Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The airport is located bier-Saugnieu, 11 miles southeast of the city center. |