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 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 87 km from Chichester. You’ll find branches of Alamo and U-Save, 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 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 87 km from Chichester. You’ll find branches of Alamo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Chichester

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Chichester

KLM
Good (1,599 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,294 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,283 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,469 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,118 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,228 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,722 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,698 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,486 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,030 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,894 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,543 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,411 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,633 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chichester

Average rates range from around £119 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £164 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)
£88+
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The Royal Oak
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Navigator Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Beachcroft Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Travelodge Chichester Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£34+
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The Goodwood Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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Hiring a car in Chichester

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £36 per day, on average, or £71 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 £21.01 and £28.01. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Chichester costs £36 per day, on average, or £71 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 £21.01 and £28.01. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chichester, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

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