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Switzerland car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Switzerland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$86

Cheapest price per day

$59
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Cheapflights insights for Switzerland car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Switzerland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Switzerland?

Book your rental car in Switzerland 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $99/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 46% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland?

Looking to hire a car in Switzerland? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $31.22/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $54.01/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Switzerland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Switzerland is November, when you can expect to pay $88/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Switzerland is July ($159/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$107

February

$125

March

$109

April

$106

May

$95

June

$116

July

$159

August

$131

September

$97

October

$89

November

$88

December

$145

What car do most people hire in Switzerland?

SUV cars (BMW X5 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Switzerland. Premium cars (Volvo XC60 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Switzerland?

keddy by Europcar has 133 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Switzerland at 108.

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Top rental agencies in Switzerland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Switzerland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Switzerland. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2026.

Europcar

8.3
Very Good
36 reviews•108 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.6
Good
61 reviews•53 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Alamo

7.5
Good
44 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Sixt

7.5
Good
68 reviews•22 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
11 reviews•16 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Budget

7.2
Good
18 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Thrifty

7.1
Good
28 reviews•20 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Dollar

7.1
Good
5 reviews•23 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Switzerland?

    When hiring a car in Switzerland, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Budget, and with prices around $62/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Budget is COMPACT, which starts as low as $56/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Switzerland?

    At $64/day, the cheapest car rental price in Switzerland was found in Zurich. On average, Zurich has the cheapest daily rental car price ($88/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Switzerland.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Switzerland?

    In Switzerland, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

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