Frequently asked questions about renting a car & car rental in Lugano
Which car rental companies are near or in Lugano?
There are over 17 car rental companies in Lugano. Car rental companies such as Budget on Via Clemente Maraini 14, Sixt on Via Generale Guisan 10, Avis on Via Agno, Hertz on Agno Airport Agno Ch Via Aeroporto, Dollar on Via San Gottardo 13, King Rent Sa on Via Chiosso 15 Porza, Sixt on Via Aeroporto Agno, Avis on Via Clemente Maraini 14, Sixt on Via 10 Agno, Europcar on Via Monte Boglia 24, Budget, Avis on Agno Aeroporto, Thrifty Agno Airport on Via Aeroporto Agno, Europcar on Via Aeroporto, Europcar Stazione Ffs on Piazzale Stazione, Thrifty on Via San Gottardo 13, Dollar on Agno Airport, etc.
Do I need a credit card for car rental in Lugano?
You can make a booking without a credit card with autoprio.com. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up in Lugano, since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
How can I find car rental near me in Lugano?
Do a search for Lugano. Then take a look at our map of hire car companies to find the best rental cars near you in Lugano from companies such as Hertz on Agno Airport Agno Ch Via Aeroporto, Sixt on Via Aeroporto Agno, Thrifty on Via San Gottardo 13, Avis on Via Agno, Europcar on Via Monte Boglia 24, Europcar Stazione Ffs on Piazzale Stazione, Sixt on Via 10 Agno, King Rent Sa on Via Chiosso 15 Porza and others.
What types of car can I rent in Lugano?
The supply of rental cars varies during the season but you can usually rent car types such as 7 seater minivan, small-medium truck-lorry, moped, cargo van, suv, medium suv, convertible, small suv, intermediate elite, special cars, electric cars, minibus, fullsize cars, minivan, economy cars, 5 seater minivan, compact elite, mini elite, luxury elite, standard cars, exotic cars, hybrid cars, jeep, economy elite, intermediate, estate, 9 seater minivan, fullsize elite, compact cars, premium cars, luxury cars, large truck-lorry, mini cars in Lugano with autoprio.com.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Lugano and Switzerland?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars in Switzerland on Autoprio.com were found at Unirent, City Auto Rent, King Rent, Nomadcar, Maggiore, Advantage, Edel And Stark Luxury Fleet and Flizzr. It is usually cheaper to hire a car in Lugano than at the airport. However, it often pays off to compare the price between the airport and nearby cities before booking.
What is the best rental car company in Lugano and Switzerland?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Switzerland are Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty, Budget, National, Europcar and Enterprise. The largest companies have offices in the city and at the airport.
Where can I park a car in Lugano?
Long-term parking and short-term parking in parking lots and in parking garages in Lugano are e.g. Università, Parcheggio Grotto, Hotel Dante Lugano, Autosilo Balestra, Tavesio, Parcheggio Campo Sportivo, Autosilo San Giuseppe, Ibis Novotel, Parcheggio Manor, Autosilo Central Park, Autosilo Motta, Privato Le Betulle, Autosilo Comunale, Prospò, Ex Tennis Club Ceresio, Migros Città, Parcheggio Motel, Posteggio, Autosilo, Posteggio Ai Ronchi, Privato, Riparti 2 0 etc.
Where are there gas and service stations in or near Lugano?
Nearby gas and service stations and petrol stations in or near Lugano are e.g. Agip, Piccadilly, Avia, Migrolino on Via Trevano 69, Migrol, Garage Castelli e Perucchi, Shell, Erg, Agip on Via Giacomo e Filippo Ciani 36, Coop, Esso, Agip on Riva Paradiso, Tamoil, BP, ENI, SOCAR etc.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location other than Lugano?
Yes, in most cases the car rental company will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location like airports such as Zurich Airport, Geneva-Cointrin Airport, St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, Lugano-Agno Airport, Lausanne-Blécherette Airport, Les Eplatures Airport, Bern Belp Airport and Sion Airport, instead of Lugano. Autoprio.com will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking.
Which additional charges could apply in Lugano?
Please note that each car rental agent has its own policy on additional charges which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: out-of-hours drop-off, border crossing, one-way rentals, young drivers, winter tyres, out-of-hours pick-up and senior drivers. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency in Lugano.
Which optional extras are available in Lugano?
The availability of optional extras depends on the car rental agent in Lugano and even if they are booked online they are not guaranteed. The following extras can be booked on Autoprio.com: Infant child seat, GPS – Satellite Navigational System, Roof Rack, Wi-Fi Access, Booster seat, Child toddler seat, Luggage racks, Electronic toll pass, Ski Rack, Additional driver, Snow Chain Set and Snow Tyres. Please note that most of the optional extras are not included in the rental price and can be purchased at the time of booking or at the rental desk in Lugano. The cost of the optional extras are displayed at time of booking in the Rental Conditions.
Comparison of rental car and car rental from several businesses in the town Lugano, Switzerland. Find the best prices for rental cars online. Comparing prices online can be very profitable, many smaller companies can only be booked on site.
Easy and safe online booking for rental cars. Search for a city, airport etc. and choose a pick up location. The search will look for all types of models. Rental cars are available at Lugano’s travel centre, train stations (Capolago Riva San Vitale, Mendrisio, Lugano and Maroggia Melano) and airports like Lugano Agno Airport 4 km (2 mi), Locarno Airport 18 km (11 mi) and Samedan Engadin Airport 92 km (57 mi), LUG and ports and ferry terminals that are close by are Paradiso, Lugano, Castagnola Museo Heleneum, Cassarate, Castagnola, Società Salvataggio Lugano, Porto Lugano. Car rental where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations/amendments up to 24-48 hours before you pick up the car. When you are looking for rental cars we compare these companies Dollar on Via San Gottardo 13, Budget, Europcar on Via Monte Boglia 24, Hertz on Agno Airport Agno Ch Via Aeroporto, Europcar on Via Aeroporto, Sixt on Via 10 Agno, Thrifty Agno Airport on Via Aeroporto Agno, King Rent Sa on Via Chiosso 15 Porza, Budget on Via Clemente Maraini 14, Thrifty on Via San Gottardo 13, Sixt on Via Aeroporto Agno, Sixt on Via Generale Guisan 10, Dollar on Agno Airport, Avis on Via Agno, Avis on Agno Aeroporto, Avis on Via Clemente Maraini 14, Europcar Stazione Ffs on Piazzale Stazione.
More about Lugano
Lugano is located in the municipality Lugano District, Ticino kanton, Switzerland and is a town. It is the central city in the area. It is the 1th largest town/city when it comes to inhabitants in the region and the 8th largest city/district in Switzerland. Read more about what the town has to offer when it comes to experiences and which companies are located in Switzerland and Lugano District. Small villages, communities and suburbs nearby are Locarno, Chiasso, Giubiasco, Pregassona, Mendrisio, Minusio, Cassarate, Lugano Centro, Viganello, Molino Nuovo and Castagnola. About 63,000 (2018) people live in the town. Bellinzona (c. 16,600 pop), Locarno (c. 14,500 pop), Chiasso (c. 8,100 pop), Giubiasco (c. 7,800 pop), Pregassona (c. 7,500 pop) and Mendrisio (c. 7,300 pop) are larger neighboring communities and cities. The community and town is about 284 meters (932 ft) above sea level. Nearby bus stops and bus stations are Tesserete Stazione, Mendrisio Stazione, Stazione di Ghirla, Lugano Centro, Uovo di Manno, Lugano Autosilo Balestra and Pazzallo P & R Fornaci. We also give tips on which companies offer rental cars in Lugano District.
Attractions, Activities and Sights
Some suggestions and tips on places, activities, events, attractions, museums, experiences and destinations in the town that are worth a visit during your vacation in Lugano. Malls like Coop are close by if you want to do some shopping. Casinò Lugano are located in the town, try some gambling at a casino, or maybe try your luck on Black Jack or Roulette. In the town center there are new as well as old interesting castles to look at, such as Castello di (Castle) Pontegana, Castello di (Castle) Morcote, Castello di (Castle) san Lorenzo, Castello di (Castle) Miglieglia (Castello Bün), Castello di (Castle) S Giorgio, Castello di (Castle) San Giorgio and Rocca Vitaliana.
Nearby destinations, Lugano
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Car rental companies in Lugano, Switzerland
Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo, Dollar, Firefly, Flizzr, Advantage, King Rent, Nomadcar, Maggiore, Edel And Stark Luxury Fleet, Unirent and City Auto Rent are the companies we compare near Lugano to find the best price. You can usually find the largest selection at airports such as Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan Linate Airport, Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport, Lugano-Agno Airport and Locarno Airport. The large companies usually have offices adjacent to the airport.
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