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Cheap Car Hire in Zurich, Switzerland from £21

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 28/11 and drop-off date of 5/12. 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 2024

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 15 November 2024.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of gas per litre

£1.61

Average price per day

£55

Cheapest price per day

£21

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 15 November 2024.

January

£50

February

£56

March

£53

April

£42

May

£46

June

£59

July

£74

August

£60

September

£52

October

£43

November

£36

December

£68

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 15 November 2024.

There are 28 hire agencies servicing Zurich. These agencies, altogether, have 88 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Zurich with prices from £24 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Zurich:

Compact

Compact

Premium

Premium

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire 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 15 November 2024.

Small cars

£38 - £72

All Car Types

£54 - £95

To hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of £55/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland (~£38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£72/day). In fact, November is about 33% 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, hiring 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 £74/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland (~£53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£99/day). In fact, November is about 29% 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, hiring a medium car 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. Here are the best Zurich medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of £109/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland (~£76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£131/day). In fact, October is about 31% 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, hiring a large car is 30% 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. Here are the best Zurich large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of £69/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland (~£49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£94/day). In fact, April is about 30% 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, hiring a SUV saves you 10% 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 £123/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland (~£72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£176/day). In fact, November is about 42% 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, hiring a van is 38% 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 luxury car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of £123/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Zurich, Switzerland (~£79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£158/day). In fact, October is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a luxury car is 38% 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. Here are the best Zurich luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of £64/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Zurich, Switzerland (~£73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£109/day). In fact, September is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zurich, hiring a convertible saves you 17% 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.

Skoda Kamiq£24/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Kamiq
Vauxhall Astra£24/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra
Hyundai i30£25/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30

Top hire 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 15 November 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Zurich, including Sixt, Europcar and Thrifty. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Sixt

7.4
Good
39 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

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

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.8
Good
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

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

7.2
Good
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.6

Best Zurich, Switzerland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Zurich, Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Zurich, Switzerland with an average daily rate of £32. Data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Zurich. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Skoda Kamiq£24/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Kamiq
Vauxhall Astra£24/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra
Hyundai i30£25/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30

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 15 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £55/day when booking a car hire in Zurich. The absolute best deal a user found was for £24/day from Dollar, booked on Nov. 10.

  • 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: Avis (£24/day), Thrifty (£24/day), and National (£25/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), Hertz (7.8 rating) and Thrifty (7.7 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 £1.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £72 and £104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Europcar offers hire cars in Zurich for about £489 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 29% in Zurich - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Zurich can be found for £2,096. You can find car hire deals to be on average £70 a day.

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

    £59 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Zurich. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in December, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £68 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Zurich?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Zurich is Compact (Mazda CX-30) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Zurich, Switzerland

Find small car hire deals in Zurich, Switzerland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Zurich, Switzerland cost an average of £24 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Kia Picanto£21/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Aygo£21/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£21/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Car hires by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Zurich, Switzerland. Deals were last updated on 15 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£29+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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