Car rental in Switzerland
Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rentals in Switzerland
Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more
Find Switzerland car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change
Switzerland car rental at a glance
| Most popular provider | Alamo |
|---|---|
| Most popular car | Premium/Luxury, 4-5 doors |
| Pick-up points | 78, Zurich is most popular |
| Cheapest price found | 36 € per day, Basel |
| Cheapest month to rent | December |
| Best time to book | 3 weeks before |
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Cities in Switzerland
Take a look at the different cities in Switzerland you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less traveled.
Airports in Switzerland
If you’re flying to Switzerland, it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.
Find the best car rental deal in Switzerland
Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Switzerland
The cheapest month to rent a car in Switzerland is December, when the average cost per day is €35. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is June, when the average cost per day is €37. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Switzerland is October.Explore Switzerland
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Car rental in Switzerland: FAQs
Getting the cheapest car rental in Switzerland
Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.Pick the right ride
Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Switzerland is Premium, Sports car .
Compare across companies
The most popular companies in Switzerland are Alamo, Hertz, and Europcar. The cheapest company we've found is Rentscape. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.
Get your timing right
It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are €36 a day and €26 a week.
Be flexible
Not sure where in Switzerland you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Switzerland. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Switzerland is Zurich. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Basel.
Rent a car long-term in Switzerland
Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.
Save on fuel
You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Switzerland with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.
