Lugano car rentals from $43/day

On average a rental car in Lugano costs $94 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Lugano found in the last 2 weeks is $70.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Lugano. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Car rental companies onsite at Lugano airport include Budget and Europcar.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Lugano airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, and Europcar.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Compact car rental in Lugano costs $136 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Lugano costs $174 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Lugano costs $132 per day, on average.

In Lugano, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz Via San Gottardo 13 (1 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Lugano offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Lugano, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 15 car rental agencies in Lugano.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Lugano so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Because some roads are wide and others narrow, the best type of car to drive in the city is a small car. This way, you can navigate all roads easily. All you need to do is choose a vehicle that meets your travel needs. Choose a spacious car and one with modern safety features to help you navigate streets you aren’t familiar with. If you don’t know the type of car to choose, ask your rental agency to recommend one for you.

Lugano is strict on speed limits and road safety. When driving outside built-up areas, the maximum speed limit is 80 km/h (50 mph). If driving inside built-up areas, such as school zones and residential areas, the maximum speed limit is 50 km/h (31 mph) to ensure the safety of residents and children. If driving on motorways, don't exceed 120 km/h (75 mph). Lugano has speed limit signs on many streets and zones to guide drivers to improve safety. In addition, the streets have traffic cameras to monitor the drivers' speed limits and improve the safety of drivers and pedestrians.

The best place to park a car in Lugano is downtown. The city offers several paid parking lots and garages with ample spaces. Smart Lane charges 2.26 CHF (2.58 USD) for 2 hours, 232 High Road charges around 1.64 CHF(1.87 USD) for 2 hours, Chingford Station charges about 7.36 CHF (8.39 USD) for 2 hours, and Richmond Road charges around 3.05 CHF (3.48 USD) for 2 hours. Also, avoid parking in ZTL zones, including Hotel Admiral, Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, and Hotel Vezia, because these are restricted zones. The city has reliable buses and trains to connect you to the city if you park outside the city.