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Zurich, Switzerland car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Zurich, Switzerland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

ENTERPRISE

Price of petrol per litre

$3.59

Average price per day

$72

Cheapest price per day

$72

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Zurich?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Zurich, Switzerland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

January

$111

February

$125

March

$118

April

$93

May

$104

June

$132

July

$166

August

$136

September

$116

October

$97

November

$81

December

$144

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zurich is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Zurich, Switzerland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Zurich, Switzerland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Small cars

$69 - $165

All Car Types

$78 - $168

To hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $112/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$165/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a small car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $116/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$230/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a medium car saves you 9% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $106/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$437/day). In fact, May is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a large car saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $121/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$216/day). In fact, October is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a SUV saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $129/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$423/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a van is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Zurich, Switzerland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Zurich, Switzerland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Zurich, Switzerland. Reviews were last updated on 22 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Zurich area such as Sixt, Europcar and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Zurich, including Sixt, Europcar and Hertz.

Sixt

7.4
Good
39 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Europcar

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.8
Good
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Thrifty

7.8
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.6

Budget

7.3
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.6

Alamo

7.3
Good
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Avis

7.1
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zurich, Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $72/day when booking a car hire in Zurich. The absolute best deal a user found was for $72/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Dec. 16.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Zurich?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating) and Dollar (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Zurich.

  • What are petrol prices like in Zurich?

    The average price of petrol in Zurich is $3.59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $161 and $233 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Zurich for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Zurich for about $502 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Zurich for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 28% to make it a great deal in Zurich. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Zurich?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Zurich for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Zurich?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Zurich is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

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