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 12h 25m.

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 Filorent Car Rental and Felirent, 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 12h 25m.

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 Filorent Car Rental and Felirent, among others, in Bari.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,062 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,612 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,868 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,844 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,231 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,290 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,263 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,416 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 $111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $338 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce

Most booked hotels in Lecce

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8Piuhotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1585 reviews)
$137+
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Hotel 33 Baroni
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 577 reviews)
$83+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2553 reviews)
$148+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1106 reviews)
$126+
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Joli Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 771 reviews)
$65+
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Gh Gallipoli Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 575 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Lecce

Renting a car in Lecce costs $43 per day, on average, or $130 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 10% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $8.40 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 $100.84 and $134.46. Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lecce, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lecce costs $43 per day, on average, or $130 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 10% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $8.40 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 $100.84 and $134.46. Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lecce, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

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