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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lecce has to offer.

When to visit Lecce

Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
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 Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 15h 30m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Italy Car Rent, 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 Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 15h 30m.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Bari.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

Lufthansa
Good (8,164 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,550 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,129 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,484 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,629 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,050 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,905 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,404 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,494 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (427 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,350 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,449 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,302 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 C$ 145 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 376 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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 140+
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Hotel 33 Baroni
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 186+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 162+
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Grand Hotel Di Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 181+
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Joli Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
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Renting a car in Lecce

Renting a car in Lecce costs C$ 64 per day, on average, or C$ 257 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Brindisi Papola Casale.

Expect to pay C$ 3.04 per litre in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.41 and C$ 48.54. Mini (Renault Twingo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lecce, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lecce costs C$ 64 per day, on average, or C$ 257 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Brindisi Papola Casale.

Expect to pay C$ 3.04 per litre in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.41 and C$ 48.54. Mini (Renault Twingo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lecce, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

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