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Cheap Car Hire in Lugano from $202

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Lugano with a pick-up date of 3/10 and drop-off date of 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Lugano

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Lugano and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 July 2025.

At $202/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Lugano in the past week. Out of 15 car hire agencies operating in Lugano, there are, in total, 30 hire locations. View below for one offered car type:

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

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Here are the best Lugano small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Elantra Touring$202/day
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Hyundai Elantra Touring

Best car hire deals found in Lugano

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Lugano. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Lugano with an average daily rate of $202. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Lugano area. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Hyundai Elantra Touring$202/day
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5
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra Touring

Cheapflights insights for Lugano car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Lugano, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Lugano?

Book your car hire in Lugano 55 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $75/day on average when booked 55 days ahead, which saves you 7% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Lugano?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Lugano is Hertz (rated 8.6/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lugano?

At Lugano, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just $91. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $180 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Lugano, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just $91. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $180 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$96

February

$120

March

$108

April

$117

May

$117

June

$117

July

$180

August

$152

September

$125

October

$102

November

$91

December

$125

What car do most people hire in Lugano?

SUV cars (Jeep Compass, for example) are the most popular in Lugano. Compact (Class Special Car) and Intermediate (Jeep Compass) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Lugano.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Lugano?

Both keddy by Europcar and Sunnycars have 3 locations in Lugano, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Lugano

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Lugano known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Lugano. Reviews were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Lugano, including Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Lugano, including Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty.

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

2 locations

Thrifty

2 locations

Dollar

2 locations

FLIZZR

1 location

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Sunnycars

3 locations

Budget

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lugano, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Lugano for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Lugano for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $820/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Lugano?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Lugano check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Lugano for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Lugano. To save money, consider booking a Compact estate car car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in August, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Lugano

Browse car hires by fuel type in Lugano. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Lugano. Deals were last updated on 3 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Lugano. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($119+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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