Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental at Zurich Airport?

It is not required to do so. However, you are able to purchase a range of protection packages and insurances to reduce your liability.

Can I add an additional driver to my rental?

You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.

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Embark on your Swiss adventure from Zurich Airport

Additional Information

Your way to SIXT

Your way to SIXT: How to find us: You will pick up your rental car at the SIXT counter. If you arrive at terminal 1 or 2, follow the signs "Mietwagen/ Rental Car". The schedule a walking time of about 15 minutes from the terminal to the car rentals agencies.

By car

You can find us even faster by using our GPS coordinates: 47.450920, 8.561960 Follow the highway direction Zurich. The airport is signposted very well from all directions in a radius of 30-50km. At the airport follow the signs "Mietwagen/Rental Car", leading you directly to SIXT which is located in the parking garage 3, 1st level.

With public transportation

Many trains take you directly from Zurich main station to the airport (terminal 3) within 15 minutes. A lot of long-distance trains as well as regional trains, coming from the east, north and west of Zurich also stop at the airport. You will find the SIXT branch on the first floor of the terminal which is comfortably attainable with the elevator. Furthermore the rental car area is signed with "Mietwagen/Rental Car".

Return information

The SIXT vehicles have to be returned on the 2nd floor of the parking building no. 3 on the marked parking area. As soon as you have entered the parking 3, keep on the left side and turn to the left on the first possibility, right before the barrier. Afterwards take the first exit on the left side on level 2. For the car return you do not require a parking ticket.

Directions

47.45092010498047, 8.561960220336914

Zurich Airport

24h Return

Address

Parking 3, Zürich, 8060, Switzerland

Business hours

Mon - Sun

06:00 - 23:30

Public Holidays

06:00 - 23:30

Out of hours

Do you want to return your vehicle outside of opening hours?

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4.7 stars from 8,957 reviews at Zurich Airport.

Flexible returns

Don't worry when you bring your car back with 24hr returns.

Drive Luxury

Rent one of our top luxury models at our Zurich Airport branch.

Our services at Zurich Airport

Choose SIXT for your car rental at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Situated directly north of downtown Zurich, SIXT at ZRH is a wonderful place to start your driving adventure in Zurich and beyond. With a friendly, helpful staff and over 100 years of car rental experience, SIXT knows how to make sure you get what you want.

With a SIXT rental car at Zurich Airport you get access to an exceptional fleet to choose from. Want a luxury car? We’ve got you covered. A sustainable vehicle? How about a fully electric sedan? From station wagons to SUVs, we’ve got the car to make your trip to Zurich ideal.

In a SIXT premium rental, you can feel free to explore the Swiss sights in refinement and comfort. Whether you want to picnic on the shores of Lake Zurich or gaze in awe at the Grossmunster cathedral, the experience will be seamless and purely enjoyable when you arrive in a SIXT rental.

Plan your Swiss trip in a car rental from SIXT Zurich Airport

SIXT car rental at ZRH wants to make your Swiss adventure unforgettable for all the right reasons—from reservation to return.

Before you rent:

There’s the App: Book a rental, unlock your car without a key, and more.
Selection: Do you prefer to drive an automatic or a manual? We’ve got both.
Details: To rent from SIXT at ZRH, have your driver's license, passport, credit card, and International Driving Permit (IDP) ready.

While you rent:

Speed limits: On the famed Autobahn, keep it under 120 km/h (75 mph). Within Zurich city limits, max out at 50 km/h (30 mph).
Tolls: Tolls in America are confusing enough. Let SIXT take care of the Zurich tolls for you.
Parking: Your best bet? Park in one of the park-houses in Zurich—there are 10 of them.

After you rent:

Refuel: Opt for our prepaid fuel add-on or fill the tank before you return.
Return: For after-hours return at SIXT ZRH, park, lock, and drop the key in the orange SIXT box.

Car return: Please return your vehicle at the following address Flughafenstrasse, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland.

Zurich Airport Car Rental - A few more things

Now you’ve got the perfect car. Let’s make your Zurich adventure even better with SIXT perks.

Extra Protection: If the basic requirements aren’t enough to make you feel safe and secure, consider our add-on protection options. We have different plans to choose from.
Stay for a while: At our SIXT Zurich Airport branch, you can arrange a long-term rental in Zurich that works for you.
Electric fleet: Try renting an electric car next time and save up in fuel. With more than 170 charging stations in Zurich, you will stay charged and ready anytime.
Driving with kids: Before you arrive at Zurich Airport to pick up your SIXT rental, let us know what size child safety seat you need.

A SIXT rental car from Zurich Airport gives you the freedom to explore Zurich according to your own agenda in the perfect car.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.7

4.6806192

Based on 8957 reviews

from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

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4.7

Val V.

5.0

Another great experience with sixt. Max was super nice, helpful and gave us really all the info we needed. We also got upagrade, rented small car (opel corsa) and actually got tesla. Highly recommended!!

Alexander 23 D.

5.0

Love it, really good fleet!

Syadza Fathin A M.

5.0

Clear signage for pick up and return the car.

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at Zurich Airport. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting at Zurich Airport

What's the minimum age to rent a car at Zurich Airport?

To rent a car with SIXT at Zurich Airport you need to be at least 19 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.

Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?

You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Zurich Airport through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to rent a car at Zurich Airport?

You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.

Easily book a long-term rental at Zurich Airport by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.

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