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How far in advance should I hire a car in Lugano?

For the best savings on car rentals in Lugano, make your reservation 78 days before pickup. The average price then is just $83/day – about 11% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Lugano?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Lugano is Hertz (rated 8.6/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 8.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
8.6
Europcar
Europcar
8.3
Thrifty
Thrifty
7.0
Dollar
Dollar
6.2

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lugano?

Planning to hire a car in Lugano? November is the cheapest month, costing about $100 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $146. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$107

February

$135

March

$121

April

$131

May

$131

June

$128

July

$146

August

$140

September

$138

October

$118

November

$101

December

$140

What car do most people hire in Lugano?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Lugano are the following: Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar), Intermediate cars (Ford Mondeo Estate or similar), and Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar).

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 rental company in the area.

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Top rental 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 25 August 2025.

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

2 locations
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Thrifty

2 locations
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Dollar

2 locations
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FLIZZR

1 location
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keddy by Europcar

3 locations
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Sunnycars

3 locations
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Budget

2 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lugano, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 August 2025.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Lugano?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Lugano.

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