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Car Rental Zurich Airport

Q: Can I hire a car from Hertz at Zurich Airport?

Yes, you can rent a car at Zurich Airport with Hertz. The rental process is convenient, with the Hertz desk easily accessible at the location. Hertz offers a wide range of vehicles to suit your travel needs. To ensure availability of your preferred car, it's recommended to book in advance through the Hertz website.

Q: Can I hire a car one way from Zurich Airport?

Yes, you may hire a car at Zurich Airport for one-way trips. This means you may return your vehicle at a different Hertz rental location. This option is perfect if you have a specific journey planned or do not plan to return to Zurich Airport. One-way rentals usually carry an additional one-way fee, which depends on where you drop your rental car off.

Q: Can I get a flexible car hire, or cancel after I book a car at Zurich Airport?

Yes, you can get a flexible car hire at Zurich Airport. You can cancel or modify your car rental booking using the online booking platform. If you cancel your booking at least two days ahead of the pickup date, you will receive a refund. In other cases, an administrative fee will apply.

Q: Are there any specific requirements to hire a car from Hertz at Zurich Airport?

To get a car rental at Zurich Airport, you must be at least 25 years old. Some cars can be rented by individuals aged 21 years or more, on payment of a young driver surcharge. You must also have a valid driver's licence and be able to provide a credit card in your name to reserve your booking. Please check the Rental Qualifications during booking for specific details.

Q: Is it possible to return my Hertz rental car to a different location from origin?

Yes, when you hire a car at Zurich Airport with Hertz Car Rental, you can choose your return location at the time of booking. You must return your rental car to the location specified in your rental agreement. Returning your car to a different location usually comes with an additional one-way fee.

Q: How can I cancel or modify my booking with Hertz Car Rental at Zurich Airport?

You may cancel or modify your car hire at Zurich Airport booking through the Hertz Car Rental online booking platform. You may modify the date and time of your booking, as well as the pickup and return locations. To receive a refund, you must cancel at least two days before the booking.

Q: What is the procedure for collecting and returning a car with Hertz at Zurich Airport?

When you hire a car at Zurich Airport with Hertz, you must return it at the location specified in the rental agreement. For an early return, the fee will be recalculated based on the actual number of days the car was used. Late returns may incur additional fees. After the vehicle inspection upon return, you must make the necessary payment related to any adjustments or additional charges.

Q: Can I check in online for my Hertz rental at Zurich Airport?

Yes, Hertz offers an online check-in option for car rentals at Zurich Airport. You can check in online on the Hertz website and submit your details to the rental location prior to picking up your car. The online check-in service minimises your wait time at the rental desk, as your details are already on file when you arrive.

Q: How can I extend my rental duration at Zurich Airport?

To extend your rental duration, use the ‘Modify booking’ option on the Hertz website. If you’ve already picked up your car rental at Zurich Airport, visit or call the rental desk to arrange an extension. Additional charges may apply based on availability.

Q: Does Hertz offer after-hours returns at Zurich Airport?

Yes, you can return your car hire at Zurich Airport after hours with prior arrangements. Park in the designated Hertz area, leave documents on the driver's seat and drop the keys in the secure box.

Enjoy reliable car hire in the Zurich Airport with Hertz. We offer convenient pick-up, a wide selection of vehicles, and hassle-free journeys.

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Hertz car hire at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Hire a car at Zurich Airport and visit one of the world’s financial centres and Switzerland’s biggest city. Set beside the stunning heights of Uetliberg mountain, at the foot of the Swiss Alps, the city glistens from the snow-topped peaks to the blue waters of Lake Zurich.

You’ll be central to the excitement when you hire a car from Zurich Airport, with endless opportunities and sights to seek. Explore the twin spires of Grossmunster, culturally rich museums and enjoy gastronomic luxury. Beyond Zurich, you’ll be spoilt for choice with Winterthur and the glacial town of Baar on Lake Zug, both under an hour’s drive away.

At Hertz, we have a varied selection of vehicles to suit your travels. Step inside spacious SUVs, executive saloons, and practical hatchbacks – there’s something for everyone.

Pick up your car hire easily from Zurich Airport and book online for the perfect Swiss getaway.

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CHF 49 /day

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Zurich Airport

Mo-Su 0600-2330.

Flughafenstrasse, Zurich, 8058, Switzerland

41-44-732-1395

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You’ll find our car hire desk at Zurich Airport located in the car rental centre, found on the first floor of the Airport Shopping area. Our team are more than happy to help with any queries, and we offer an after-hours drop off and pick-up service.

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Driving in and around Zurich

Parking in Zurich

Zurich Airport (8058) offers long and short stay parking for visitors and passengers, split across several different parking garages. There are also parking and charging facilities for electric hire vehicles.
Parkhaus Hohe Promenade (8001) has plenty of wide parking spaces, conveniently situated near the Old Town.
Mythenquai 21 Parking (8002) park here for a short and easy walk to the lakeside, Arboretum Zürich botanical gardens, Museum Rietberg and the FIFA World Football Museum.

Key roads in Zurich

A1 motorway crosses Switzerland from St. Gallen to Geneva and connects the outskirts of Baden to wider Zurich and northeast to Winterthur.
A3 motorway travels in the southern section of the city and heads northwest to Basel and across to the Walensee lake in the east.
A4 motorway skirts the city and heads north to Schaffhausen and the border with Germany. South, it connects to Altdorf.

How to get from Zurich Airport to Zurich

It takes approximately 20 minutes to drive the 7 miles from Zurich Airport to central Zurich.

Leave our car hire location at the airport via Parkhausring.
Continue on Butzenbüelring, following signs for Zurich.
Merge onto the A51 toll road.
At the 63 junction, follow signs for E41/E60/A1/A4 toward Zurich City.
Continue on A1L for two miles, keeping left.
Turn left onto Wasserwerkstrasse and follow to head into Zurich.

How to get from Zurich Airport to Winterthur

Winterthur is between 20 to 30 minutes away from Zurich Airport by car. Follow Butzenbüelring to A51 and continue on the road until junction 63, following signs for Zurich. Keep left to take the A1/A4 to Zürcherstrasse/Route 1, which will take you into Winterthur.

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Best hotels in Zurich

Zurich Marriott Hotel

Neumuehlequai 42, 8006 Zurich

Enjoy a riverside stay at the luxurious Marriott hotel in Downtown Zurich for the most comfortable guest experience on the Limmat. Offering picturesque city views from the comfort of your room, the hotel is excellently located in the city’s Old Town, close by some of the best sights Zurich has to offer.

Leonardo Hotel Zurich Airport

Flughafenstrasse 11, 8302 Kloten

Just a stone’s throw away from Zurich Airport, find solace at the charming Leonardo Hotel. Decked out with contemporary furnishings and amenities galore, it also features an on-site gym and electric vehicle charging station. Why not take furry friends for a walk into the nearby Swiss countryside from this pet friendly accommodation?

Acasa Suites Hotel & Bar

Binzmühlestrasse 72, 8050 Zürich

Situated in the bustling Oerlikon area of northern Zurich, find your personal escape at Acasa Suites. Feel at home in a modern room or a spacious apartment at this boutique hotel and spa, that’s perfect for short or longer stays. You’ll be a five-minute walk from the striking MFO Park, and just ten minutes’ drive from central Zurich.

Best restaurants in Zurich

Runway 34

Rohrholzstrasse 67, 8152 Opfikon

Built to resemble a flight hangar with a retired aircraft decorating the main dining room, Runway 34 immerses diners in a unique aeronautical atmosphere. Nearby flights take to the skies while you tuck into seared tuna steak and Creme Brule. Visit the terrace during summer for a first-class view of departures or dine inside the body of a plane to transport you to culinary excellence.

Rolli’s

Gerbegasse 9, 8302 Kloten

Taking inspiration from the iconic Route 66, Rolli’s serves the ultimate in comfort food, just a five-minute drive from Zurich Airport. A classic steakhouse, it offers succulent offerings brought to your table on a sizzling hot stone – perfectly cooked to your liking. While serving some of the best meat in Zurich, tasty vegetarian options are also available.

Confiserie Sprüngli

Bahnhofstrasse 21, 8001 Zürich

Tantalising palates for over 180 years, Sprüngli Cafe and Restaurant is famous for its traditional patisserie in Zurich. Sample bites of sweet, staple Swiss Zopf bread, luxemburgerli macaroons and rich Swiss chocolate. Stop by for a relaxing brunch you won’t forget, you’re in the skilled hands of the experts here.

Best things to do in and around Zurich

Markthalle im Viadukt

Viaduktstrasse, 8005 Zürich

Head over to the trendy quarter of Zurich-West to find a treasure trove of restaurants, shops and bars in the converted arches of an old railway. Visit Im Viadukt for a unique shopping experience, outside of the usual buzz of Zurich’s Old Town. Grab a stylish souvenir or sample some fresh produce in the grocery halls in this cultural hub.

Lindt Home of Chocolate

Schokoladenplatz 1, Seestrasse 204, 8802 Kilchberg

Got a sweet tooth? Just a 30-minute drive from Zurich Airport, realise every chocolate lover’s dream at the home of the Swiss master chocolatiers. This spectacular museum hosts an interactive chocolate tour, a chocolate shop larger than you could imagine and a central chocolate fountain featuring a whopping flow of one kilo of chocolate per second.

Rhine Falls

Rheinfallquai, 8212 Neuhausen am Rheinfall

For an excursion through some of Switzerland’s most beautiful natural sights, take a scenic drive through the Swiss countryside to Rhine Falls – Europe’s largest waterfall. You’ll pass through historic towns among the lush green hills. Visit Laufen Castle settled on the rocky spur beside the falls, boasting an incredible 1000-year-old heritage.

FAQs about car hire

Can I hire a car from Hertz at Zurich Airport?

Can I hire a car one way from Zurich Airport?

Can I get a flexible car hire, or cancel after I book a car at Zurich Airport?

Are there any specific requirements to hire a car from Hertz at Zurich Airport?

Is it possible to return my Hertz rental car to a different location from origin?

How can I cancel or modify my booking with Hertz Car Rental at Zurich Airport?

What is the procedure for collecting and returning a car with Hertz at Zurich Airport?

Can I check in online for my Hertz rental at Zurich Airport?

How can I extend my rental duration at Zurich Airport?

Does Hertz offer after-hours returns at Zurich Airport?

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