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Cheap Car Hire in Zurich, Switzerland from R850

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 with a pick-up date of 20/2 and drop-off date of 28/2. 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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Zurich, Switzerland car hires 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 7 February 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

R37,62

Average price per day

R909

Cheapest price per day

R850

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Zurich?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Zurich, Switzerland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 7 February 2025.

January

R1 093

February

R1 259

March

R1 222

April

R963

May

R1 074

June

R1 389

July

R1 741

August

R1 426

September

R1 222

October

R1 019

November

R852

December

R1 519

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zurich is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Zurich, Switzerland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Zurich, Switzerland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 February 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Zurich this past week from 88 hire locations out of 28 hire agencies. Prices for a Zurich small car hire start from R850/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Compact

Compact

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 999+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 539+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 668+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R1 034+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 037+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 123+

Compare available car types for rental in Zurich, Switzerland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Zurich, Switzerland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 February 2025.

Small cars

R823 - R1 739

All Car Types

R993 - R2 535

To hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 245/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland (~R823/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 739/day). In fact, May is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, renting a small car saves you 28% 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 small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 892/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland (~R1 173/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 862/day). In fact, January is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, renting a medium car is 10% more expensive. 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.

To hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 949/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland (~R1 483/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 494/day). In fact, February is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, renting a large car is 12% more expensive. 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.

To hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 517/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland (~R970/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 109/day). In fact, May is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, renting a SUV saves you 12% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 653/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland (~R1 586/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R4 541/day). In fact, November is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, renting a van saves you 4% 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.

Toyota Corolla QuestR850/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki CiazR956/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 7 February 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Zurich, including Sixt, Europcar and Dollar. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Sixt

7,4
Good
38 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Europcar

8,4
Very Good
8 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,4

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

7,7
Good
18 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,8

Thrifty

7,7
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,7

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,5

Budget

7,3
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,6

Alamo

7,3
Good
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

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

Best Zurich, Switzerland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Zurich, Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Zurich, Switzerland with an average daily rate of R1 370. Data was last updated on 7 February 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Zurich area. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota Corolla QuestR850/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Ford EcoSportR927/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Suzuki CiazR956/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 7 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R909/day when booking a car hire in Zurich. The absolute best deal a user found was for R864/day from Alamo, booked on Feb. 2.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Zurich?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Zurich from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo (R850/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R927/day), and Budget (R1 362/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Zurich?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (8,4 rating), Fox (8,0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Zurich.

  • What are petrol prices like in Zurich?

    The average price of petrol in Zurich is R37,62/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 693 and R2 445 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 R5 449/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Zurich for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 28% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Zurich.

  • 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 12% 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 R23 352 a month or R778 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Zurich for a weekend?

    It costs R0 for a weekend car hire in Zurich, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Zurich in March, prices are R0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Zurich?

    The most popular car to hire while in Zurich is the Seat Arona, which is a Compact vehicle.

Van hires in Zurich, Switzerland

Find people carrier hire deals in Zurich, Switzerland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Zurich, Switzerland cost an average of R1 898 per day. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2025.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Zurich. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota AvanzaR1 276/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR1 366/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 462/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland. Deals were last updated on 7 February 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

Travelling to a place near Zurich?

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Davos
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