Rent a car at Geneva Airport (Swiss side)

You’ll find our Avis counter at Geneva Airport (Swiss side) in the terminal building on the Swiss side of the airport. Please turn right as you exit the arrivals hall. Our Avis rental car park is a short walk from the terminal buildings.

Our Geneva Airport (Swiss side) car hire service offers a wide variety of rental options along with an Avis Preferred service enjoy  the flexibility of one-way car rental and out-of-hours returns or add-ons like child seats.

Our Avis Geneva fleet includes small rental cars like the Fiat 500 and compact automatics like the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, perfect for city driving, to medium rental cars like the Volkswagen Golf ideal for spring and summer road trips to explore hill top towns and villages and hiking in the mountains. For ski trips with friends and family, check out our range of larger cars and 4WDs.

Explore our car hire Geneva fleet for a full range of options.

Can I cancel or amend my booking?

Yes, you can cancel, amend or extend your Geneva Airport car hire with us via the manage your booking section online or on our Avis app. Avis offers free cancellations up to 48h before pick-up.

What are the age requirements for hiring a rental car at Geneva Airport?

The minimum age to rent a car with Avis from Geneva Airport Swiss Side is 21. In Switzerland, a young driver surcharge will apply to drivers the age of 25. Age restrictions also vary by vehicle and some selected car groups are not available to drivers under the age of 25.

There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car but you’ll be told if there are any age restrictions for the vehicle you request on booking.

What documents do I need to hire a car from Geneva Airport (Swiss Side)?

To hire a car at Geneva Airport, you just need to bring your:

• Driving licence - held for at least 1 year from the date of pick-up.
• The credit card used for your booking.
• Proof of any discount (such as a frequent flyer or Avis Preferred card),
• Photo ID such as a passport or driving licence taken in the last 10 years.

Can I pick up my rental car at Geneva Airport (Swiss side) and return it at another location?

One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Geneva Airport (Swiss Side) and then return it to another Avis office whether that’s in Switerland or even another country in Europe. When you are ready to book, just specify your destination in the booking panel.

How do I collect my hire car at Geneva Swiss Side Airport?

When you land at the Airport, head from the Arrivals hall to our desk. One of our members of staff will process your booking, and then you may proceed to collect your vehicle at the Car Rental Centre.

Can I return a rental car to the airport?

If you've rented a car from a different Avis hub but wish to return it at Geneva Airport, then you must arrange your return prior to the commencement of your rental agreement. If you return your car to the airport without specifying in your rental contract, a fee will apply.

Do I need winter tyres to drive in Switzerland?

No, there is no legal requirement for passenger cars in this country to be equipped with winter tyres. However, if you’re heading up towards the Alps, they are recommended, and they are a legal requirement on the French and Italian side. Most of our cars in our Switzerland rental hubs will have winter tyres available.

Is it worth hiring a car in Geneva?

While central Geneva is easily walkable and Switerland has a comprehensive network of trains and buses but hiring a car is the most flexible way to get around to get to out of the way place, reach the ski slopes and enjoy the freedom of independent travel.

If you are driving in Geneva and Switerland for the first time or have just arrived in Europe, make sure you familiarise yourself with Switzerland’s driving rules before picking up your car. Some key road rules in Swizerland include driving on the right and overtaking on the left. Be aware that cars must use dipped headlights throughout the day. This is applicable all year round. Mobile phones can only be used as a built-in audio device.

Other Swizerland driving laws

• If involved in an accident, and police are not needed, you must complete a European Accident Claim Form. Please return this to your Avis representative.
• It is compulsory for the driver and all passengers to wear a seatbelt
• Children aged under 12 and less than 135cm must be seated in appropriate child restraint for their size
• In towns and rural areas, on minor roads and where there is no clear indication of right of way, it may be prudent to give way to traffic coming from the right.

Speed limits

All speed signs will be in km/h. For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers:

• Urban areas: 50 km/h (31 mph)
• Rural areas: 80 km/h (49 mph)
• Motorways: 120km/h (74mph)

It takes just 20 min to drive from Geneva Airport to the centre of Geneva in your Avis hire car. Geneva is Switzerland’s second biggest city and a popular gateway to the Alps. Lying over the waters of Lake Geneva from France, Geneva is part of Romandie, the French-speaking region of Switzerland.

The Old Town of Geneva is a lively mix of ancient streets and squares as well as art galleries, museums and old buildings. Bourg-de-Four Square is the oldest square in Geneva and is where the Roman marketplace once took place. Today it has cafes with outside seating for you to relax and watch the world go by and shops to browse.

You cannot miss the Jet d’Eau, one of Geneva’s most famous landmarks - water is jetted 140 metres high to create a spectacular sight.

The Cathedral of Saint Pierre sits on a hill in the Old Town. Climb the 157 steps to the top and take in the wonderful panoramic view of Geneva.