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 26 miles from Chichester. The shortest domestic flight to Chichester departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

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 Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

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 (8,131 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,103 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,000 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,612 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,875 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,332 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,475 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,336 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chichester

Average rates range from around £144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £154 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 (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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The Aldwick
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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The Seal
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Navigator Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Beachcroft Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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The Goodwood Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£139+
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Hiring a car in Chichester

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £38 per day, on average, or £76 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.91 and £23.87. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £38 per day, on average, or £76 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.91 and £23.87. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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