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 November
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chichester in November
Estimated hotel price
£78
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 26 miles from Chichester. The shortest domestic flight to Chichester departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Chichester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 miles from Chichester. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Chichester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 26 miles from Chichester. The shortest domestic flight to Chichester departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Chichester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 miles from Chichester. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Chichester

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Chichester

Lufthansa
Good (8,237 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,224 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,078 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,591 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (965 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,227 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,651 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,489 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chichester

Average rates range from around £139 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £163 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 Horse And Groom
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£172+
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The Coastyard.
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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The White Horse
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£111+
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The Nags Head
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Beachcroft Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Navigator Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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Hiring a car in Chichester

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £36 per day, on average, or £73 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.67 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 £19.98 and £26.64. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £36 per day, on average, or £73 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.67 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 £19.98 and £26.64. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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