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Our booking engine finds the lowest prices from most car rental providers in Zurich. Compare all the leading companies in Zurich such as; Hertz, Avis, Alamo, Thrifty, Sixt, Europcar, Budget and Europcar. All our prices include insurance, taxes, roadside assistance, airport surcharge and unlimited mileage at most car rental companies.

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Zurich rental car - travel information

The Zurich airport is commonly referred to as the Kloten airport and is currently the largest international airport in Switzerland. The Zurich airport is the hub for the Swiss international airlines. It is located 13 kilometers to the north of the city centre in Zurich. The airport serves approximately 17 million passengers each year. The airport terminal has two arrival halls, three check in areas that have over 150 check-in desks as well as a good number of machines for self check-in. There are concourses labeled A, B and E that lead to the boarding gates.

Check-in times at the Zurich airport 

The check in times in the airport varies for different flight classes.

  • the economy class passengers should check in not later that 3 hours before their flights
  • The VIP and business class passengers should beat n the airport not alter than 11/2 hours prior to their flight schedules.

It is also possible to check - in one day in advance to your departure day.

Zurich airport amenities

The Zurich airport offer travelers all the amenities one would expect form a modern day airport. These include restaurants, shopping malls, banks, a business centre, post office, ATM machines, bars and even a bureau de change.

Duty free shops, shops and retail outlets at the airport

The Zurich airport has a great selection of duty free outlets as well as retail shops. You can access the Zurich airport shopping centre is a level above check in three. In the shopping centre, you will get grocery shops that are open from 06.00hrs to 22.00hrs; you will also come cross bookstores, newsagents, electronics stores and even pharmacies. There are also fashion and clothes shops.

Restaurants, cafes and bars at the Zurich airport

There are very many drinking and eating outlets in the Zurich airport. You will get the hub of Switzerland’s largest food court in Zurich airport among other numerous restaurants that serve quite a range of food from different parts of the world. You can also get cafes and bars including an English pub.

Banking facilities, communication and currency exchange facilities

It is possible to get comprehensive banking services from USB and credite Suisse in the Zurich airport. You will also find bureau de change counters from other bank counters situated all over the public halls. You will not fail to come across an ATM machine as they are spread out inside the airport.

Accommodation facilities

There are no hotels in the Zurich airport but there are some hotels within the vicinity. These hotels include the welcome inn, Swiss star GmbH, hotel fly away, the Hilton Zurich, among other hotels to cater for any budget.

Car rental from Zurich airport

While other transport modes can be effective, the best way to leave the Zurich airport is by car rental. There are quite a number of car hire service provider desks at the Zurich airport that range from local to international car rental agencies.

Most of these car rental agencies will allow you to pick your car from the airport and return it to the airport’s parking lot upon departure. This ensures that you conveniently drive out of the airport and back when leaving without worrying about car drop off.   

With your car rental, you can tour Switzerland and see the amazing city of Zurich at your own comfort. You can drive to the museums, old churches, art galleries and even enjoy the amazing nightlife without worrying about missing the bus, train or taxis.

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Some of our car rental companies available in Zurich

We offer a comparison of all the rent a car companies in Zurich:

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    7.8 (119)
    from SYP 20099 /day
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    7.1 (432)
    from SYP 25153 /day
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    7.7 (121)
    from SYP 26068 /day
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    7.2 (1516)
    from SYP 19024 /day
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    7.1 (1928)
    from SYP 23759 /day

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Car rental facts in Zurich

  • What was the average car rental length for Zurich in the month March.

    In the month March, The average car rental length in Zurich was 6 days.

  • How much is the average car rental duration in 2024.

    The average car rental duration in 2024 is 5 days.

  • What is the most booked car rental type in Zurich?

    Currently the most booked car rental in Zurich is COMPACT.

  • What is the price of a car rental in Zurich?

    The average car rental price was last month 435 USD.

  • What is the average daily price for a car rental in Zurich?

    The average rental price last month was 72 USD per day.

  • What are the available car rental companies for Zurich?

    The available car rental companies in Zurich are: Alamo, National, Enterprise, Green Motion, Firefly, carnect, Acarent, Explore Vacations AG, etc…