Car hire in Calais, France

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These are the lowest Calais car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Calais?

Our data shows that January is the cheapest month to rent a car in Calais. It’s around 31 € per day in January, compared to the yearly average of 48 € per day.
Cheapest month avgJanuary • 31 €
Yearly avg price48 €

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There are 14 car hire providers in Calais. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

The most popular car rental companies in Calais

Hertz
Europcar
Turo
Alamo
National
Free2move

What's the most popular car to hire in Calais?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Peugeot 208 is the most popular car to hire in Calais, with prices starting from € 24 per day. The Renault Clio and similar models are also popular drives in Calais.
Peugeot 208
Peugeot 20815% chose this
Renault Clio
Renault Clio10% chose this
Renault Twingo
Renault Twingo8% chose this
Peugeot 3008
Peugeot 30088% chose this
Most popular carPeugeot 208
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Calais's cheapest car hire providers

Turo has the cheapest car hire in Calais right now, with prices from € 31 per day. You'll save an average of € 21 per day when you book with them.
Turofrom € 31 per day
Enterprisefrom € 31 per day
Free2movefrom € 46 per day
Alamofrom € 58 per day
Cheapest providerTuro
Book with them to save around€ 21 per day

Hiring a car in Calais: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyHertz
Most popular carLarge, fullsize commercial van
Average daily price108 €
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Calais

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Calais car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Calais that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Calais for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Calais avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Calais, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Calais car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Calais is 108 € per day or 756 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 24 € per day for Small hire from Avis. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 535 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 24 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 109 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 28 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 856 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 37 € per day.
Electric
Average price: 76 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 75 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Calais is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize commercial van.
The cheapest car hire company in Calais is currently Turo, followed by Enterprise.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Calais is currently March.
On average, around 756 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Calais is 165 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Calais for a whole month is 1.443 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Calais, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Calais that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Calais offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Calais, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Calais is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. 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 in Calais is usually around 81 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Calais, which is 108 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Calais is 24 € per day with Avis for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Calais will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, 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.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Calais.
Yes, you can hire a car in Calais from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 24 € per day. The average price per day is around 535 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Hertz, Europcar and Turo offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Calais, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Alamo
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 137 €
National
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 114 €
Enterprise
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 79 €
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Calais, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 2.000 € to 4.000 € depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Most people hiring a car in Calais book it for 2 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: 108 €
1 week: 756 €
2 weeks: 1.512 €
1 month: 1.443 €
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Calais let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 0 € per day. The good news is that some companies like Turo include it at no extra cost.
Yes – van hire is available in Calais.