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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Fairfield travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fairfield

With a population of 59,052, Fairfield is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Fairfield deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Fairfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Totó Mediterranean Restaurant (70 Reef Rd) and Brick Walk Tavern (1275 Post Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Fairfield

Fairfield in April
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fairfield in April
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Fairfield

Plane

Although Fairfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 38 km from Fairfield. White Plains Westchester County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Fairfield departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 1h 21m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fairfield, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Fairfield to Philadelphia takes 0h 57m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fairfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 74 km from Fairfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fairfield, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Fairfield takes 129 km and will cost you around $33. From New London, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 274 km.

Plane

Although Fairfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 38 km from Fairfield. White Plains Westchester County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Fairfield departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 1h 21m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fairfield, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Fairfield to Philadelphia takes 0h 57m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fairfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 74 km from Fairfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fairfield, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Fairfield takes 129 km and will cost you around $33. From New London, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 274 km.

Airports near Fairfield

HPNWhite Plains Westchester County
ISPIslip Long Island

Airlines serving Fairfield

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,851 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,937 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,264 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,070 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,983 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,855 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Fairfield

Most booked hotels in Fairfield

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Delamar Southport
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 114 reviews)
$448+
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Dune Fairfield Beach
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 378 reviews)
$280+
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The Inn at Longshore
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 203 reviews)
$190+
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The Surfside Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 311 reviews)
$228+
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Circle Hotel Fairfield
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1308 reviews)
$146+
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Best Western Plus Fairfield Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 490 reviews)
$166+
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Renting a car in Fairfield

Renting a car in Fairfield costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Fairfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Fairfield is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fairfield costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Fairfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Fairfield is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Fairfield

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$35/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

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