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

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 53 miles from Rye. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Rye doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 42 miles from Rye. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 53 miles from Rye. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Rye

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Rye

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,025 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,483 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,634 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,059 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,641 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,923 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,426 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,424 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,436 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,356 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rye

Average rates range from around £147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £181 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)
£169+
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The Gallivant
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£228+
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The George In Rye
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£146+
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Flackley Ash Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Winchelsea Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£98+
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The Ship Inn
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£80+
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Hiring a car in Rye

Hiring a car in Rye costs £45 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.47 and £24.62.

Hiring a car in Rye costs £45 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.47 and £24.62.