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How much does Marseille Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car from Marseille Airport. It’s around 30 € a day in November, compared to the yearly average which is 52 € a day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • 30 €
Yearly avg price52 €

Car hire pick-up spots near Marseille Airport

Compare car hire prices at nearby airports, train stations and across different neighbourhoods in Marseille. You might find a better price, or somewhere that suits you better.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Marseille Airport

Rentscape
OK Mobility
Alamo
PriceLess
Goldcar
Europcar

Marseille Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price246 €
Most popular carLarge, fullsize
Cheapest price found30 €
Cheapest month to rentNovember
Providers at Marseille Airport30
Most popular providerRentscape
Best time to book2 weeks before

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Driving in Marseille: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a full licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Marseille, bring your driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Busy streets and sharp turns need attention.
Driving in Marseille involves narrow lanes, trams, and fast-changing traffic. Use a navigation app to avoid one-way systems and stay clear of the Vieux-Port area during peak times.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
There is a low-emission zone in place.
Marseille has a ZFE-m zone (Low Emission Zone), which restricts older vehicles. Toll roads in Marseille are common on routes leaving the city. Check if your hire car qualifies and pay online or via your rental firm.
Parking your car in Marseille
Central parking is limited — plan ahead.
Street parking in Marseille is paid and time-limited, especially near the port. Multi-storey car parks are a better option. Hotels often offer underground or gated parking.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is available — EV charging is growing.
Petrol stations are easy to find in Marseille. EV charging stations in Marseille are increasing — use apps like Chargemap or PlugShare to check for access near your hotel or accommodation.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are fast and road rules vary.
Local driving rules in Marseille are loosely followed. Expect aggressive lane changes, quick overtaking and limited indicator use. Drive with confidence and stay cautious on inner-city roads.
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Hiring a car at Marseille Airport: FAQs

The average cost to hire a car at Marseille Airport is 246 € per day and 811 € for a seven-day rental.

If you're looking for the cheapest deal, the lowest price we found is 30 € per day for Small hire from National.

Looking for a particular type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 114 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 30 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 191 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 44 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 245 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 67 € per day.
It depends. Some car hire companies at Marseille Airport accept debit cards, but others require a credit card.

Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
As a general rule, the earlier you book car hire at Marseille Airport, the better. Booking early often means cheaper prices and a wider choice of cars. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire at Marseille Airport is usually around 184 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average daily price of 246 €.

The cheapest price we found at Marseille Airport is 30 € per day with National for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it at all.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
You don't have to get excess insurance, but it's worth considering. Your hire car comes with basic insurance, but you'll still need to pay an excess if it's damaged or stolen. At Marseille Airport, the excess ranges from around 1.099 € to 5.009 €, depending on the car hire company. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company.

You can also buy excess insurance separately, which is often cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire, which is usually something like the Ford Focus, averages 246 € per day at Marseille Airport. The cheapest price we found is 47 € per day with Rentscape.
Luxury car hire, like the Volvo XC60 or similar, costs on average 245 € per day at Marseille Airport. Right now, the cheapest price we could find is 67 € per day with Turo.
Medium car hire, like the Peugeot 508, averages 144 € per day at Marseille Airport. The lowest price we've found is 33 € per day with Turo.