According to rankings of tobacco prices in 2025, some very cheap packs sold for around 10.40 to 10.90 euros for a pack of 20 cigarettes (brands such as Luckies Red, Gladstone Rouge). These prices tend to increase with the successive revaluations of the tariffs published by the customs.
Situation to be expected for 2026
With the tax and tariff increases that have taken place until 2026, the difference between the “least expensive” packages and the classic ones has narrowed significantly. The homogeneous tariffs published by the DGDDI for 2026 show that most standard packages now cost between around 12.50 and 13.50 euros.
It is likely that the cheapest brands will continue to be those that have historically been the most affordable, but their prices will be repriced towards the typical range of “standard” cigarettes.
In summary
The historically cheapest pack of cigarettes in France is around 10.40 euros to 10.90 euros. On January 1, 2026, with the successive price increases published by customs, all approved packages will increase, including the most affordable brands.
How much does rolling tobacco cost?
On January 1, 2026, the prices of rolling tobacco will be increased in France. It concerns both cigarettes and roll-your-own tobacco, with varying increases, formats and packaging, but which generally lead to an increase in the purchase cost for consumers. Here are some examples for a 30-gram joke:
American Spirit Original : 18,60 euros.
Camel : 18,50 euros.
Camel Essential : 18,50 euros.
Camel No. 1 : 14,90 euros.
Fleur du Pays : 18,50 euros.
Fleur du Pays 1937 : 17,60 euros.
Fleur du Pays No. 1 : 14,90 euros.
Old Holborn Original : 18,60 euros.
Old Holborn Yellow : 18,60 euros.
Winston Authentic : 18,60 euros.
