Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lecce travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lecce

With a population of 80,695, Lecce is a must-see destination in Apulia, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lecce has to offer.

When to visit Lecce

Lecce in February
Estimated hotel price
$44
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in February
Estimated hotel price
$44
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lecce

Plane

Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 39 km from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 138 km from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Target Italy, among others, in Bari.

Plane

Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 39 km from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 138 km from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Target Italy, among others, in Bari.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

Lufthansa
Good (8,052 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,042 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,602 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,808 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (929 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,584 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,815 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,159 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,274 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,403 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lecce

From 5-star hotels such as the Patria Palace Hotel to great affordable options like the Eos Hotel, Lecce offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $335 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce

Most booked hotels in Lecce

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Best Western Plus Leone di Messapia Hotel & Conference
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 950 reviews)
$103+
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Hotel 33 Baroni
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 575 reviews)
$79+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2552 reviews)
$141+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1105 reviews)
$126+
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Gh Gallipoli Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 575 reviews)
$92+
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Grand Hotel Di Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2584 reviews)
$127+
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Renting a car in Lecce

Renting a car in Lecce costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $8.67 per gallon in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $104.02 and $138.70. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lecce, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lecce costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $8.67 per gallon in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $104.02 and $138.70. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lecce, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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