Zurich

Cheap Car Rentals in Zurich, Switzerland from C$ 38

Zurich, Switzerland
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Zurich, Switzerland
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Zurich, Switzerland car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Zurich, Switzerland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.75

Average price per day

C$ 74

Cheapest price per day

C$ 38

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 March 2024.

January

C$ 86

February

C$ 96

March

C$ 90

April

C$ 92

May

C$ 89

June

C$ 102

July

C$ 147

August

C$ 119

September

C$ 97

October

C$ 86

November

C$ 67

December

C$ 116

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 rent in Zurich, Switzerland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

In Zurich, there are 82 active rental locations from 26 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Zurich in the past week - currently priced from C$ 38/day. View deals for 6 car types available to rent in this destination:

Compact

Compact

C$ 38+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 47+

Standard

Standard

C$ 54+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 86+

Premium

Premium

C$ 77+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 93+

Compact station wagon

Compact station wagon

C$ 42+

Intermediate station wagon

Intermediate station wagon

C$ 51+

Compare available car types for rental in Zurich, Switzerland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 66 - C$ 133

All Car Types

C$ 95 - C$ 181

To rent a small car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 90/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 133/day). In fact, May is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a small car saves you 34% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 134/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 83/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 241/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a medium car saves you 2% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 215/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 95/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 397/day). In fact, November is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a large car is 37% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 131/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 78/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 185/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a SUV saves you 5% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 200/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 316/day). In fact, November is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a van is 32% 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 van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 248/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 106/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 636/day). In fact, November is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a luxury car is 45% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Zurich, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of C$ 110/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Zurich, Switzerland (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 425/day). In fact, June is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Zurich. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zurich, renting a convertible saves you 19% 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.

Nissan SylphyC$ 38/day
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Nissan Sylphy
Nissan SentraC$ 39/day
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Top rental agencies in Zurich, Switzerland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Zurich, Switzerland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Zurich, Switzerland. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Zurich area such as Hertz, Sixt and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Hertz

8.1
Very good
41 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.1

Sixt

7.3
Good
76 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
14 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Europcar

8.5
Very good
15 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.5

Thrifty

8.3
Very good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.9
Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Alamo

7.2
Good
15 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Avis

6.9
Okay
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.7

Best Zurich, Switzerland car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Zurich, Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Zurich, Switzerland with an average daily rate of C$ 67. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Zurich area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Nissan SylphyC$ 38/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Nissan SentraC$ 39/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Nissan SylphyC$ 47/day
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Zurich, Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Zurich?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 74/day when booking a rental car in Zurich. The best deal a user found was for C$ 41/day from Surprise Agency, booked on Mar. 17.

  • What car rental 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: Sixt (C$ 38/day), Hertz (C$ 47/day), and Alamo (C$ 51/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (9.2 rating), Budget (9.1 rating) and Thrifty (8.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Zurich.

  • What are gas prices like in Zurich?

    The average gas price in Zurich is C$ 2.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 124 and C$ 179 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Zurich for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Zurich. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 544 per week.

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

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 36% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Zurich.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Zurich it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Surprise Agency currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 93% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Zurich. Typically, a monthly car rental in Zurich can be found for C$ 2,331. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 78 a day.

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

    For a weekend car rental in Zurich, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 118. Usually a Compact rental in Zurich is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Compact for April, it will cost approximately C$ 75 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Zurich?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Compact (Volkswagen Golf) in Zurich, making it the most popular option.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Zurich, Switzerland. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Zurich, Switzerland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 41+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 41+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 50+

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