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Cheap Car Hire in Switzerland from $50
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 Switzerland with a pick-up date of 22/9 and drop-off date of 11/10. 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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Switzerland car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Switzerland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 September 2025.
Most popular company | Hertz |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $77 |
Cheapest price per day | $50 |
Popular car types in Switzerland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Switzerland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 September 2025.
There are 54 hire agencies servicing Switzerland. These agencies, altogether, have 707 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Switzerland with prices from $50 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Switzerland:
Economy
$50+
Compact
$54+
Full-size SUV
$98+
Passenger van
$113+
Compact SUV
$55+
Compact estate car
$56+
Intermediate estate car
$58+
Intermediate SUV
$66+
Compare car hire deals in Switzerland by type
Here are the best Switzerland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Switzerland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Switzerland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Switzerland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota Corolla$50/day
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Hyundai Accent$54/day
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Honda Civic$54/day
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Best car hire deals found in Switzerland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Switzerland with an average daily rate of $74. Data was last updated on 16 September 2025.
Toyota Corolla$50/day
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Hyundai Accent$54/day
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Honda Civic$54/day
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Cheapflights insights for Switzerland car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Switzerland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Switzerland?
To get the best deal on car hire in Switzerland, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $98, which is about 19% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland?
Hertz is currently the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland with deals as low as $34.78/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $36.41/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Switzerland?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Switzerland is November, when you can expect to pay $94/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Switzerland is July ($157/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$96
February
$114
March
$101
April
$136
May
$114
June
$127
July
$157
August
$132
September
$139
October
$108
November
$94
December
$152
What car do most people hire in Switzerland?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Switzerland are the following: Intermediate cars (Jeep Compass or similar), Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar), and Full-size cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Switzerland?
keddy by Europcar has 130 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Switzerland at 108.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Switzerland?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Switzerland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 253 pickup locations in Switzerland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 September 2025.
If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Switzerland, start with Geneva, where rates average $38/day. You can also find good prices in Zurich ($65/day), Basel ($142/day), and Lugano ($182/day).
Top hire agencies in Switzerland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Switzerland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Switzerland. Reviews were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Europcar
36 reviews•108 locations
Hertz
63 reviews•53 locations
Alamo
44 reviews•8 locations
Sixt
68 reviews•22 locations
Budget
17 reviews•18 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
12 reviews•16 locations
Thrifty
28 reviews•20 locations
National
3 reviews•8 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 September 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Switzerland?
The most popular car hire company at Switzerland is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $36/day about 211% more people book with Europcar than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Switzerland?
At $47/day, the cheapest car hire price in Switzerland was found in Geneva. On average, Zurich has the cheapest daily rental car price ($69/day), which is 45% below average price for cities in Switzerland.
What side of the road do you drive on in Switzerland?
Cars travel on the right side of the road in Switzerland.
Car hires by fuel type in Switzerland
Browse car hires by fuel type in Switzerland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Switzerland. Deals were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Switzerland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($36+).
Electric
$36+
Hybrid
$48+
Petrol/Diesel
$36+