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

Chichester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chichester

With a population of 28,222, Chichester is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Chichester deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Chichester

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Chichester Brasserie (89 East St) and The Ship Inn (The Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Piccolino - Chichester (31-33 South St) and Cassons (Arundel Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Chichester.

When to visit Chichester

Chichester in April
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chichester in April
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chichester

Plane

Although Chichester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 42 km from Chichester. The shortest domestic flight to Chichester departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Chichester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 87 km from Chichester. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Chichester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 42 km from Chichester. The shortest domestic flight to Chichester departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Chichester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 87 km from Chichester. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Chichester

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Chichester

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,588 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,366 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,445 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,515 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chichester

Average rates range from around £121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £159 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chichester

Most booked hotels in Chichester

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The White Horse
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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The Royal Oak
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Beachcroft Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Navigator Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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Travelodge Chichester Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£37+
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The Goodwood Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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Hiring a car in Chichester

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £42 per day, on average, or £85 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Chichester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.05 and £28.07. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £42 per day, on average, or £85 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Chichester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.05 and £28.07. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

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