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Cheap Car Rentals in Switzerland from RM 171

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 18/9 and drop-off date of 3/10. 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 rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Switzerland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 July 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

RM 459

Cheapest price per day

RM 171

Popular car types in Switzerland

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Switzerland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 July 2025.

There are currently 710 hire locations operating in Switzerland spread across 54 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Switzerland is small car at RM 171 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 228+

Compact

Compact

RM 171+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 184+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 372+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 467+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 178+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 188+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 256+

Compare car rental 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:

Honda JazzRM 171/day
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Honda Jazz
Honda CivicRM 171/day
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Honda Civic
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 176/day
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Best car rental deals found in Switzerland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Switzerland with an average daily rate of RM 389. Data was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Switzerland including options serving Zurich, Geneva and Bern. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Honda JazzRM 171/day
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Honda Jazz
Honda CivicRM 171/day
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Honda Civic
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 176/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

Cheapflights insights for Switzerland car rentals

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 RM 265, which is about 215% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland?

Alamo is currently the cheapest car hire company in Switzerland with deals as low as RM 134.48/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 192.75/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Switzerland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Switzerland is November, when you can expect to pay RM 251/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Switzerland is December (RM 454/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

RM 313

February

RM 372

March

RM 322

April

RM 360

May

RM 313

June

RM 397

July

RM 445

August

RM 379

September

RM 316

October

RM 316

November

RM 251

December

RM 454

What car do most people hire in Switzerland?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Switzerland are the following: Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar), Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar), and SUV cars (Class Standard SUV 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.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Switzerland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 272 pickup locations in Switzerland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 July 2025.

Top rental agencies in Switzerland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Switzerland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Switzerland. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Switzerland region, including those located within the Zurich, Geneva and Bern area. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Switzerland, including locations around Zurich, Geneva and Bern.

Europcar

8.7
Very Good
31 reviews108 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
63 reviews53 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.6
Good
67 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.3

Alamo

7.6
Good
44 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
15 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Avis

7.2
Good
11 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Budget

6.9
Okay
14 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Thrifty

5.9
Fair
28 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Switzerland?

    When hiring a car in Switzerland, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Sixt, and with prices around RM 277/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Sixt is ECONOMY, which starts as low as RM 248/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Switzerland?

    When visiting Switzerland, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Geneva where rental cars typically will cost around RM 360/day (17% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Switzerland was found in Zurich for just RM 204/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Switzerland?

    Cars in Switzerland are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Switzerland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Switzerland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Switzerland. Deals were last updated on 4 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Switzerland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 50+).

Electric

Electric

RM 50+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 221+

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