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Cheap Car Hire in Switzerland from R2 693

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Switzerland with a pick-up date of 5/7 and drop-off date of 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Switzerland car hires 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 29 June 2026.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R1 066

Cheapest price per day

R2 693
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Popular car types in Switzerland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Switzerland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 June 2026.
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In Switzerland, there are 729 active hire locations from 63 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Switzerland in the past week - currently priced from R2 693/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

People carrier

People carrier

R5 239+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 693+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R4 055+

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Best car hire deals found in Switzerland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Switzerland with an average daily rate of R3 675. Data was last updated on 29 June 2026.
Ford RangerR2 693/day
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2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger
Found 06/28/26
Toyota Corolla CrossR2 714/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Cross
Found 06/28/26
Hyundai StariaR4 055/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Staria
Found 06/28/26

Cheapflights insights for Switzerland car hires

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Switzerland, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R1 010/day – about 1 202% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland with deals as low as R32,90/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R33,92/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 R1 043/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Switzerland is July (R1 704/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

R1 187

February

R1 368

March

R1 191

April

R1 212

May

R1 117

June

R1 158

July

R1 704

August

R1 483

September

R1 244

October

R1 047

November

R1 043

December

R1 536

Which car hire company has the most locations in Switzerland?

Avis has 29 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. BUCHBINDER has the second-highest number of locations in Switzerland at 1.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Switzerland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 39 pickup locations in Switzerland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 June 2026.
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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 29 June 2026.

Avis

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Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,5

BUCHBINDER

1 location
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King Rent a Car

3 locations
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Platinum Drive AG

1 location
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Liigu

1 location
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Right Cars

1 location
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Rent Occasion

2 locations
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My Next Level

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 June 2026.

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

    With an average price of R560/day, Alamo is the most popular car hire provider in Switzerland, booking 67% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    At R566/day, the cheapest car hire price in Switzerland was found in Zurich. On average, Zurich has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 074/day), which is 5% below average price for cities in Switzerland.

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

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Switzerland.

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