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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 19 12月 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

R36,79

Average price per day

R685

Cheapest price per day

R503

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 19 12月 2024.

January

R1 141

February

R1 286

March

R1 213

April

R960

May

R1 069

June

R1 358

July

R1 703

August

R1 395

September

R1 195

October

R996

November

R833

December

R1 503

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.

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 19 12月 2024.

Small cars

R840 - R1 701

All Car Types

R962 - R2 479

To hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 251/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zurich, Switzerland (~R840/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 701/day). In fact, May 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, renting a small car saves you 27% 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.

To hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 910/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland (~R1 147/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 777/day). In fact, January is about 40% 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 11% 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 954/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zurich, Switzerland (~R1 450/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 394/day). In fact, February is about 26% 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 13% 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 562/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland (~R803/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 040/day). In fact, May is about 49% 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 9% 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.

To hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of R1 351/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Zurich, Switzerland (~R1 551/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R4 440/day). In fact, November is about 14% 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 21% 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.

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 19 12月 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Zurich, including Sixt, Europcar and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

Hertz

7,8
Good
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,8

Thrifty

7,8
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,8

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,6

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,8

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,7

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 19 12月 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R685/day when booking a car hire in Zurich. The absolute best deal a user found was for R503/day from Alamo, booked on Dec. 16.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (8,4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,0 rating) and Dollar (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 R36,79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 655 and R2 391 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 R4 797/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 29% 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 27% 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 R20 557 a month or R685 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • 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.

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