Cheap Car Hire in Zurich Airport, Switzerland from R638
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 Zurich Airport with a pick-up date of 5/5 and drop-off date of 12/5. 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.
Zurich Airport car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Zurich Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | R1 011 |
Cheapest price per day | R638 |
Popular car types in Zurich Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Zurich Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 April 2025.
There are currently 89 hire locations operating at Zurich Airport spread across 28 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire at Zurich Airport is small car at R638 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Compact
R622+
Intermediate
R683+
Premium SUV
R1 206+
Intermediate estate car
R614+
Luxury estate car
R658+
Standard estate car
R664+
Compact SUV
R733+
Full-size estate car
R822+
Compact estate car
R886+
Intermediate SUV
R890+
Compare available car types for rental in Zurich Airport
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Zurich Airport to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2025.
Small cars | R645 - R1 283 | |
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All Car Types | R922 - R3 074 |
To hire a small car in Zurich Airport, you would pay an average price of R507/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zurich Airport (~R645/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 283/day). In fact, April is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Zurich Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich Airport, renting a small car saves you 45% 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. Here are the best Zurich Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Zurich Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Zurich Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Zurich Airport. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2025.
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Best Zurich Airport car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Zurich Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Zurich Airport with an average daily rate of R899. Data was last updated on 28 April 2025.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zurich Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Zurich Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 167/day when booking a car hire at Zurich Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for R744/day from Dollar, booked on Apr. 20.
Which car hire providers are at Zurich Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Zurich Airport. The following companies can be found near the Zurich Airport car hire counter:Europcar (8,4)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,0)Dollar (8,0)Hertz (7,8)Sixt (7,7)Budget (7,4)Thrifty (7,3)Alamo (7,2)Avis (6,6)Rentava (6,0)
What car hire company is typically the cheapest at Zurich Airport?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire at Zurich Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R622/day), Europcar (R638/day), and Alamo (R704/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best at Zurich Airport?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (8,5 rating), Fox (8,0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies at Zurich Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Zurich Airport for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car at Zurich Airport 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 R6 621/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Zurich Airport for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal at Zurich Airport it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 23%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month at Zurich Airport?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month at Zurich Airport.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Zurich Airport for a month?
The average cost of a car hire at Zurich Airport for a month is R28 374. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
Car hires by fuel type in Zurich Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Zurich Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Zurich Airport. Deals were last updated on 28 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Zurich Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R34+).
Electric
R34+
Petrol/Diesel
R44+