Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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Ashford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ashford

With a population of 62,787, Ashford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ashford to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Ashford

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Tiger Inn (Scotts Lane) and Five Bells Inn (The St) are great picks.

When to visit Ashford

Ashford in March
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashford in March
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ashford

Plane

Although Ashford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 73 km from Ashford. The shortest domestic flight to Ashford departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 80 km from Ashford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Ashford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 73 km from Ashford. The shortest domestic flight to Ashford departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 80 km from Ashford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Ashford

Airlines serving Ashford

Lufthansa
Good (8,255 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,244 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,087 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,255 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,626 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (977 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,667 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,007 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,538 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (433 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,718 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,446 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,507 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ashford

Average rates range from around £79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £239 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashford

Most booked hotels in Ashford

Little Dane Court
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£123+
Hampton by Hilton Ashford International
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
The Woolpack Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£82+
The Conningbrook Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£70+
Weald of Kent
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£70+
Ashford International Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£63+

Hiring a car in Ashford

Hiring a car in Ashford costs £33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Ashford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.84 and £27.79. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 10% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Ashford costs £33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Ashford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.84 and £27.79. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 10% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.