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

Lichfield travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lichfield

With a population of 28.973, Lichfield is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lichfield to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Lichfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jungle Street Kitchen (Jungle Street Kitchen) and Toluca Mexican Bar & Grill (Unit 1 - 3, City Arcade) are great picks.

When to visit Lichfield

Lichfield in February
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lichfield in February
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lichfield

Plane

Although Lichfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 26 km from Lichfield. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Lichfield departs from Inverness and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Lichfield is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 175 km from Lichfield. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Lichfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 26 km from Lichfield. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Lichfield departs from Inverness and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Lichfield is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 175 km from Lichfield. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Lichfield

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Lichfield

Lufthansa
Good (8,294 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,267 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,113 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,678 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,436 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,811 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,525 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,455 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lichfield

Most booked hotels in Lichfield

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New Hall Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£137+
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The Cathedral Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Best Western Lichfield City Centre The George Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£85+
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The Belfry Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£133+
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Birmingham North Moor Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£119+
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Lea Marston Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£70+
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Hiring a car in Lichfield

Hiring a car in Lichfield costs £21 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 46% cheaper than airport locations in Lichfield.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Lichfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.81 and £27.74. The most frequently booked car type in Lichfield is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Lichfield costs £21 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 46% cheaper than airport locations in Lichfield.

Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Lichfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.81 and £27.74. The most frequently booked car type in Lichfield is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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