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
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chichester in November
Estimated hotel price
£81
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 Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

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 Turo and Rentacar, 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 Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Chichester

Airlines serving Chichester

Lufthansa
Good (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,525 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,008 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,396 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,960 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,796 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,095 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,346 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,262 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 £160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chichester

Most booked hotels in Chichester

The Aldwick
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£114+
The Nags Head
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£87+
The Elmer
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£103+
Navigator Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£124+
The Goodwood Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£139+
Beachcroft Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£99+

Hiring a car in Chichester

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £40 per day, on average, or £80 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.57 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 £18.84 and £25.12. The most frequently booked car type in Chichester is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £40 per day, on average, or £80 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.57 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 £18.84 and £25.12. The most frequently booked car type in Chichester is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.