Flying from London to Southampton Airport (SOU): What you need to know
Southampton's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London. Southampton Airport is located in Southampton.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to SOU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 24 kilometers from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Southampton Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
68% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to SOU flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land on time.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 56 kilometers from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Southampton Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Flights departing from STN make it to their destination as scheduled 65% of the time.
About Southampton Airport (SOU)
Have a late flight from London to Southampton Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near SOU and turn in quicker:
Grab a Southampton Airport rental car and discover Southampton and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your London to Southampton Airport flight.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
From Southampton Airport, central Southampton is around 10 kilometers away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Southampton Airport (SOU)
At the moment, P3,978 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Southampton Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P10,229. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to SOU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap London to Southampton Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Southampton Airport (SOU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Southampton. July is when most people book flights from London to Southampton Airport (SOU), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Southampton is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your London to SOU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Southampton Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Southampton
Once you've booked your flight from London to Southampton Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Southampton:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Site of Jane Austen's House, Mayflower Theatre and Kennet & Avon Canal are must-do's during your Southampton adventure.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Southampton. Around 105 kilometers away to the northeast, well-known attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometers north of Southampton. No journey is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
