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Zurich, Switzerland car hires in 2026

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 26 January 2026.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

R33,51

Average price per day

R1 368

Cheapest price per day

R746

Cheapflights insights for Zurich car hires

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?

Book your car hire in Zurich 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R978/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 347% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Zurich?

In Zurich, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just R696,02/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at R746,36/day.

What is the best car rental company in Zurich?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Zurich is Sixt (rated 7.4/10 with 35 reviews). Dollar (rated 9.3/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Zurich is November, when you can expect to pay R866/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Zurich is July (R1 555/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

R994

February

R1 026

March

R914

April

R946

May

R914

June

R1 122

July

R1 555

August

R1 314

September

R1 042

October

R914

November

R866

December

R1 379

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 26 January 2026.

Sixt

7,4
Good
35 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Dollar

9,3
Wonderful
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Europcar

8,1
Very Good
12 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,2

Hertz

7,7
Good
20 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

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

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

Budget

7,0
Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zurich, Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 January 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 368/day when booking a car hire in Zurich. The absolute best deal a user found was for R746/day from Alamo, booked on Jan. 24.

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

    Hiring a car in Zurich for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R9 576/week on average.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 45% on a month-long rental by booking with Alamo. Alamo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Zurich can cost you on average R41 040 a month or R1 368 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Travelling to a place near Zurich?

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