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

Rye travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rye

With a population of 4,288, Rye is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rye to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Rye

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Union (8 East Street) and The George in Rye (98 High Street) are great picks.

When to visit Rye

Rye in March
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rye in March
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rye

Plane

Although Rye doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 68 km from Rye. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 85 km from Rye. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Rye doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 68 km from Rye. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 85 km from Rye. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Rye

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Rye

Lufthansa
Good (8,158 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,544 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,449 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,014 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,477 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,019 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,632 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,894 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,484 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,422 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,421 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,342 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rye

Average rates range from around £124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £177 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rye

Most booked hotels in Rye

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The Mermaid Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£181+
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The George In Rye
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£154+
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The George Inn
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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The River Haven Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Flackley Ash Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Winchelsea Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£92+
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Hiring a car in Rye

Hiring a car in Rye costs £39 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.51 per litre in Rye (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.08 and £24.11.

Hiring a car in Rye costs £39 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.51 per litre in Rye (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.08 and £24.11.