Car Rental at Zurich Airport from C$ 54/day

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

or similar Medium

C$ 63/day

Volkswagen Touran

or similar Van

C$ 106/day

Volvo XC60

or similar SUV

C$ 103/day

Renault Espace

or similar Van

C$ 130/day

Peugeot 2008

or similar SUV

C$ 54/day

Ford Mondeo Estate

or similar Medium

C$ 70/day

Jeep Compass

or similar SUV

C$ 72/day

Class Compact Wagon

or similar Small

C$ 79/day

Class Premium Wagon

or similar Luxury

C$ 111/day

Hyundai i40

or similar Medium

C$ 114/day

BMW 3 Series Touring

or similar Large

C$ 127/day

Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Useful Info

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Hertz	Standard	C$ 89/day	C$ 69/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Zurich Airport car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Zurich Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Zurich Airport?

You should book your rental car in Zurich Airport around 90 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Zurich Airport?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget (C$ 44.83/day), Alamo (C$ 48.62/day), and Sixt (C$ 48.63/day).

What is the best rental car company in Zurich Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Zurich Airport are Hertz (7.7, 17 reviews), Sixt (7.7, 24 reviews), and Alamo (7.2, 19 reviews).

What is the most popular rental car in Zurich Airport?

Compact rentals (Renault Captur or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Zurich Airport. Compact rentals in Zurich Airport cost C$ 107/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as C$ 66/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Zurich Airport?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Zurich Airport is October at an average cost of C$ 74/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Zurich Airport when prices are C$ 114/day on average, which tends to be 67% above the yearly average rental price for Zurich Airport.

What rental car company in Zurich Airport has the most locations?

Cent Rent AG operates 2 locations in Zurich Airport, more than any other rental company.

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Is your Switzerland itinerary packed? Consider a car rental at Zurich Airport (ZRH) to get to all destinations on your itinerary conveniently. A car rental is convenient and more affordable in the long run if you plan on getting to many destinations. It saves you from the inconvenience of hauling a taxi each time you need to get somewhere. Moreover, taxis are more costly than acquiring a Zurich Airport car rental.
Zurich Airport has a car rental center with more than six car hire agencies where you can book a car rental. These include popular international providers like Hertz, National, and Alamo. The car rental center is on Level 1 of the Airport Center. It is open from 6 am and closes at 11:30 pm. The car lot is also onsite, with a short walk between it and the car rental center. This makes it fast for you to acquire your rental and drive out of the airport a few minutes after arrival.
Zurich Airport makes it easy to return your car rental by providing rental car return signs when you approach the airport. The signs will lead you to your provider’s parking lot. Before the drop off, confirm if there have been any damages to the rental, fuel level is correct, and if the car is clean. Proceed to take out your belongings and lock the car. Finally, head to the rental counter to hand over the car keys and rental agreement contract to your provider.
Zurich Airport is one of Switzerland’s busiest airports. Usually, you should expect some delays when transiting the airport due to its busy nature. However, some periods like during Switzerland holidays like Ascension Day and Berchtold’s Day, expect a longer transit time. Similarly, you will take longer to transit through the airport if your flight lands between 6 am and 10 am. As such, consider booking a flight that arrives later than 10 am.
25% of our users found rental cars at Zurich Airport for C$ 76 or less
Book your rental car at Zurich Airport at least 4 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Which car rental companies are most convenient at Zurich Airport?
We recommend acquiring a Zurich Airport car rental from Enterprise and Hertz. These agencies open at 6 am and close late at night, giving renters on late flights a chance to pick up their rentals on the same day. Hertz and Enterprise both offer 24-hour return services. Does your return flight depart past the opening hours of the car rental center? Choose Hertz or Enterprise as your provider and drop off your rental when heading to board your return flight.
What type of documentation is required to rent a car at Zurich Airport?
The ideal age for renting a car at Zurich Airport is 25 years. The minimum age is 21, but those below 25 will incur an underage surcharge. You require a valid driver’s license that has been in good standing for at least a year. Additionally, you must present proof of address, like a utility bill dated not more than 30 days ago, a valid passport for identification purposes, and a major credit card with names matching the driver’s license. Anyone with a non-European driver’s license will need an additional international driver’s permit.
What are some of the ways I can pay for my rental at Zurich Airport?
We recommend paying for your car rental at Zurich Airport using a major credit card like Mastercard or American Express. These are widely accepted across all rental locations at Zurich Airport, so you will not encounter challenges when making payments. Debit cards cannot act as payment at many agencies at the airport. Cash is also not acceptable as payment, especially during renting. You can use it to clear any outstanding balances at the end of your rental period.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Zurich Airport?
On average a rental car at Zurich Airport costs C$ 102 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Zurich Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Zurich Airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Alamo, Europcar, Thrifty, Budget, Sixt, Avis, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Hertz

7.7

Good

Read 17 reviews

Most popular

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.6

One location in Zurich Airport

fromC$ 75/day

Locations in Zurich Airport

Zurich Airport

+41 44 732 13 95

Monday	06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:30
Thursday	06:00 - 23:30
Friday	06:00 - 23:30
Saturday	06:00 - 23:30
Sunday	06:00 - 23:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Intermediate SUV

Our rep in Zurich was wonderful… very kind lady who helped us have a great experience. There were long lines for check in but thanks to my Hertz Gold acct, was able to get handled quickly. Very much appreciated the upgraded vehicle. Cat return was also great other than not clear where to park in the underground garage… had to ask another company to direct me to the Hertz area. Overall, great experience… thank you!

2.0 Poor

Abdulazeez, May 2025

Compact

The staff and car were wonderful. However there was a small scuff on one of the rims and I got charged $750 to fix it. Outrageous!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Economy

Everything was great, but the problem is, on the website it was showing 52 dollars for the car and 18 dollars for the base insurance. But when I went there I paid 100 francs for the car and base insurance.

10.0 Wonderful

Fiorentinos, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

The employees in Hertz were very polite and helpful. The only thing is that all insurance details were not shown in the Kayak app, and in my opinion the options should be implemented correctly because they are super useful for the customers.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

They charged me EXTRA on my credit card BEFORE I took delivery of the car even after I was assured the payment was made in full ( no balance owing). Upon return of the vehicle, they found a very minor nick in the windshield. I have attempted to have this resolved over MANY emails and keep getting the 'run around", even after they admit that the overcharge at the beginning was their mistake. They have considered the case closed and are with holding the money they mistakingly charged to my account ( the money owed is more than a windshield repair ) I will NEVER deal with Hertz Rental again.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Full-size station wagon

Information was precise, car was clean and in good condition, very easy to pick up and drop off.

Sixt

7.7

Good

Read 24 reviews

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

6.9

One location in Zurich Airport

fromC$ 74/day

Locations in Zurich Airport

Parking 3

+41 848 884 444

Monday	06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:30
Thursday	06:00 - 23:30
Friday	06:00 - 23:30
Saturday	06:00 - 23:30
Sunday	06:00 - 23:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Peter, Jun 2024

Passenger Van

Very friendly rental agent. Easy to return. Easy access to vehicle.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Full-size

The car was good, however, the girl at the counter failed to inform me that there was a cap on the km I could drive, even tho she asked me where I was heading. You would think they can easily calculate the KM in their booking system. I've requested a refund for the extra charge, under the transparency consumer laws in Switzerland. So dodgy.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2022

On the counter you will pay for - traveling to germany (??) - extra extra ...

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2022

Tons of hidden cost and basic insurance doubled the cost of the car we were originally quoted $400 for the entire trip with everything they wanted to charge $1600 to my card. I wasn’t planning for that much And wasn’t able to pick up the car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

My worst experience in rental cars in a decade. I have rented cars across many countries and continents and ironically the worst experience was in Switzerland. There was missing information in the pick up. They lied about insurance of the car in the pick up. The insurance value was a daily amount and not a single amount like they mentioned. Also they overcharged 20CHF due to a reason they could not figure out at the dropoff and couldn't repay in it! needed to write an email to complain and still waiting for the money

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

Easy process and very helpful staff. Pick up and drop off was a breeze!

Alamo

7.2

Good

Read 19 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

6.9

One location in Zurich Airport

fromC$ 67/day

Locations in Zurich Airport

Enterprise Rent A Car

+41 58 122 04 20

Monday	06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:30
Thursday	06:00 - 23:30
Friday	06:00 - 23:30
Saturday	06:00 - 23:30
Sunday	06:00 - 23:30

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8.0 Very good

Sage, Feb 2025

Compact SUV

the time taken to check in and get the car was very long as there was only one person there to help. otherwise everything was excellent

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate

the staff were great. we had 6 people and the 7- passenger Renault Espace we had was not very comfortable and had odd controls. the third row seating was only for children and difficult to get into. when you stopped, the driver seat moved back to aid exit, but that crushed the person sitting behind the driver. the shift stalk was too near two other stalks on the right of the steering wheel. too many controls were on the center screen, so difficult to figure out while driving. the espace hybrid, however, was very economical. a vw minivan would have been far more comfortable! (we rode in one) - same length, but taller, so more space.

8.0 Very good

Mohan, Jul 2024

Passenger Van

Had to wait for over 30 minutes even though we had confirmed reservation.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Convertible

How can any words describe the experience I received??? Online the quote I agreed was £330 for 5 nights hire of a mini convertible. On the day I arrived I was told this figure was not correct and I should now pay £400 plus an additional £135 for insurance. Ok insurance fair enough, it’s high but it’s still a choice, but why the additional £70 above quoted price, which by the way stated includes ALL fees! However it get far worse, on the final day our flight was cancelled so I emailed asking to extended my booking 1 day… A new invoice arrives… £780!!! So what started at £330 ended up at £780… take off the £135 for insurance that’s an un-expected increase of £315 for an additional days hire… Oh and what did the advisor say at the airport… ‘Welcome to Switzerland, get used to it!’ Complaint raised, but of course no response…

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact

It was great, easy pick up and easy drop off.

Europcar

8.4

Very good

Read 8 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

7.4

One location in Zurich Airport

fromC$ 89/day

Locations in Zurich Airport

Zurich Airport

+41 43 255 56 56

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Omer, Feb 2025

Luxury SUV

Great rental car company. Very generous and always happy to do an upgrade. Will always use them.

6.0 Okay

Josué, Jun 2024

Standard SUV

The drop off of the vehicle was confusing. I have not yet received a refund for the vehicle's warranty.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Passenger Van

Great quick check in and out

Dollar

8.0

Very good

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Zurich Airport

Locations in Zurich Airport

Zurich Ap

+41 43 816 32 55

Monday	06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:30
Thursday	06:00 - 23:30
Friday	06:00 - 23:30
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Economy

Very easy and smooth transaction from pick up to drop off. Nice staff.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very good

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Zurich Airport

fromC$ 155/day

Locations in Zurich Airport

Flughafen Zurich

+41 58 122 04 20

Monday	06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:30
Thursday	06:00 - 23:30
Friday	06:00 - 23:30
Saturday	06:00 - 23:30
Sunday	06:00 - 23:30