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Cheap Car Hire in Lugano from £35

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 18/8 and drop-off date of 25/8. 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 £35/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 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Standard

Standard

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Full-size estate car

Full-size estate car

Compare car hire deals in Lugano by type

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

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

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

Smart Forfour£35/day
2
M
A/C
Smart Forfour
Kia XCeed£36/day
4
M
A/C
Kia XCeed
Volkswagen Polo£41/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

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 £69. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Lugano. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Smart Forfour£35/day
2
M
A/C
Smart Forfour
Kia XCeed£36/day
4
M
A/C
Kia XCeed
Volkswagen Polo£41/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

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 £36/day on average when booked 55 days ahead, which saves you 56% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Lugano?

Looking to hire a car in Lugano? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £34.19/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £41.99/day.

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?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Lugano is November, when you can expect to pay £44/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Lugano is July (£86/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£46

February

£58

March

£52

April

£56

May

£56

June

£56

July

£86

August

£73

September

£60

October

£49

November

£44

December

£60

What car do most people hire in Lugano?

Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, for example) are the most popular in Lugano. Passenger van (Class Luxury Van) and Economy (Citroen C3) 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.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Lugano, such as Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Lugano. They can have you in a hire car for about £285 per 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 typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Lugano, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Lugano, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £48/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Lugano

Browse car hires by fuel type in Lugano. Currently, Electric 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 Electric being the cheapest (£56+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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