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 24 miles from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 86 miles from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Sixt, 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 24 miles from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 86 miles from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Sixt, among others, in Bari.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

Lufthansa
Good (8,197 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,560 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,169 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,034 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,505 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,255 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,652 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,105 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,952 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,481 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,371 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,470 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,321 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 $103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $299 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce

Most booked hotels in Lecce

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Hotel Delle Palme
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1221 reviews)
$166+
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I Bastioni San Domenico - Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1222 reviews)
$148+
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Best Western Plus Leone di Messapia Hotel & Conference
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 972 reviews)
$99+
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Hotel 33 Baroni
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 591 reviews)
$82+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2628 reviews)
$130+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1138 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Lecce

Renting a car in Lecce costs $41 per day, on average, or $122 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $8.74 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 $104.93 and $139.91. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Renault Twingo or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lecce costs $41 per day, on average, or $122 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $8.74 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 $104.93 and $139.91. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Renault Twingo or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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