Compact Car hire

CHF 6

Toyota Corolla

or similar compact

Free cancellation

Mazda MAZDA2

or similar compact

Free cancellation

Hyundai i10

or similar compact

Free cancellation

Kia Seltos

or similar compact SUV

Honda Civic

or similar compact

Free cancellation

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Compact Car hire at a glance

Average price	CHF 79 per day
Cheapest price	CHF 5 per day, United States
Best time to book	1 week before
Popular hire company	Europcar

How to find the right Compact Car hire

Get a cheap Compact Car hire deal

To find the cheapest Compact Car hire deal you may need to play around a little with your pick-up location. Where you hit the road from can make a big difference, and it could cost less to collect your car from a city less travelled. To give you an idea of cost, the average price to rent your Compact Car is CHF 79 per day. The cheapest deal we could find is CHF 5 per day collecting from United States.

Find the right pick-up location

Not sure where in the world to rent your Compact Car? There are plenty of global pick-up points to choose from. The most popular countries to hire your Compact Car from are Italy and Spain. And the most popular cities are Orlando and Miami. Airports are also a great spot to hit the road from if you’re flying to a destination. The most popular when it comes to Compact Car hire are Orlando International Airport and Miami International Airport.

Hire your Compact Car long-term

If you’d like to rent your Compact Car long-term or for a month, all you need to do is enter your dates and see what’s on offer. Keep in mind that if you need to rent your Compact Car for more than three weeks, it could be cheaper to just opt for a whole month. Play around with dates to make sure you get your money’s worth.

Hire your Compact Car for a day or weekend

Looking for a short-term Compact Car rental? Whether you’re looking to hire a car for the weekend or just for the day, you can find a great price with Skyscanner. Simply enter your pick-up location, dates and timings to see what's available.

Hourly Compact Car hire

Only need your Compact Car for an hour or two? No problem. You can quickly search for a short rental slot with Skyscanner. Just enter your chosen date plus pick-up and drop-off times to check availability.

Unlimited mileage

If you know you’re going to rack up the miles when you rent your Compact Car, it can really pay to pick a deal with unlimited mileage. This means no annoying limits on the number of miles you can cover during your trip. And no pesky charges for going over a certain distance. Just be sure to tick ‘Unlimited Mileage’ under ‘Policies’ when you search.

Go for an automatic Compact Car

Want the ease of an automatic Compact Car? Take the stress of changing gears out of your road trip with Skyscanner. Just filter for automatic options by selecting ‘Automatic’ under ‘Transmission’.

Under 25 Compact Car hire

If you’re under 25 years old and are looking to rent your Compact Car, we’ve got you. Simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 – 75’ and enter your age before you start your search. Keep in mind that some companies will apply extra charges and restrictions so keep an eye out for this on the booking site.

Things to know before hiring a car

Picking the right car is a good start. Here's everything else to keep in mind before you get behind the wheel — from what to bring to what's included in the price.

Minimum age to hire

Most drivers must be at least 21–25 to hire a car.

The exact car hire age limit depends on the car hire provider and the country's driving rules. Drivers under 25 might need to pay a young driver fee, and some larger or premium Compact cars might have stricter age restrictions.

What documents to bring

Your licence and credit card are essential.

Bring your driving licence and a credit card — you'll need both when you collect the car. Some companies accept debit cards, but it's not guaranteed. If you're hiring abroad, check whether you'll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) and organise that before you travel.

Deposits explained

It's a temporary hold on your card, not a payment.

When you collect the car, the provider places a temporary hold on your card instead of taking a payment. The amount varies depending on the car, the rental company and the location. Once you return the car without damage, the hold is removed. Depending on your bank, this can take a few days.

Car hire insurance

Insurance is included, but there's an excess.

Most car hire includes a collision damage waiver (CDW) which covers you for theft and damage. If something happens to the car, you need to pay a set amount known as the excess. Excess insurance covers that amount if you'd rather not take the risk.

Fuel and mileage policies

Look out for full-to-full policies.

Full-to-full is usually the best value for money. You collect the car with a full tank and return it full, so you only pay for what you use. Pre-paid or return-empty fuel policies can end up costing more. If you're planning a long drive in your Compact car, check whether unlimited mileage is included.

Extras to budget for

Anything over and above the vehicle and one driver.

Child seats, sat navs, roadside assistance and additional drivers are all charged on top, per day. Prices vary by location and the car hire company. If you want any of these for your Compact car rental, check the daily cost before you book.

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