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Cheap Car Hire in Zurich, Switzerland

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Zurich, Switzerland car rentals in 2025

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 19 August 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$3.53

Average price per day

$78

Cheapest price per day

$68

Cheapflights insights for Zurich car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Zurich, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $98, which is about 47% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Zurich?

In Zurich, the most affordable car hire company right now is Sixt, offering prices from just $52.21/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at $67.77/day.

What is the best car rental company in Zurich?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Zurich is Sixt (rated 7.5/10 with 36 reviews). Europcar (rated 8.3/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Zurich? November is the cheapest month, costing about $78 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $165. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$98

February

$106

March

$94

April

$99

May

$96

June

$118

July

$165

August

$133

September

$116

October

$96

November

$78

December

$138

What car do most people hire in Zurich?

Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo, for example) are the most popular in Zurich. SUV (Volvo XC60) and Premium (Volvo XC60) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Zurich.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Zurich?

keddy by Europcar has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Zurich at 12.

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 19 August 2025.

Sixt

7.5
Good
36 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Europcar

8.3
Very Good
11 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.3

Dollar

8.0
Very Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.6
Good
20 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Thrifty

7.6
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Alamo

7.2
Good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

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

Budget

7.0
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.3

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 19 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $78/day when booking a car hire in Zurich. The absolute best deal a user found was for $68/day from Alamo, booked on Aug. 17.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Zurich for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo offers hire cars in Zurich for about $547 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Zurich for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in Zurich for a month is $2,346. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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