How to find cheap flights to Southampton Airport (SOU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Southampton Airport is $924. A round-trip plane ticket to SOU right now is $1,917.
Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to SOU changes.
It's typically recommended to book around six months before you plan to depart. That's when you're most likely to get the best prices for tickets to Southampton, where Southampton Airport is located.
Expand your search for cheap flights to Southampton by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This will let you see fares for airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help you save money.
Think about taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes can often save you money. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Southampton Airport.
Best time to go to Southampton
You can typically hop on the cheapest flight to Southampton in May.
To find the cheapest month or even day for flights to SOU, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, look for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares that are available.
August is the most popular month for flights to SOU. It's an ideal time to explore Southampton in full swing.
The quietest time of the year to go is April. Book your plane tickets to Southampton then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider the type of conditions you want to travel in. Southampton is warmest in July, with averages of between 11ºC and 24ºC.
January sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 0ºC to 9ºC.
Flying to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
Travel to Southampton in a single journey. These are some of the airlines that offer direct flights to Southampton Airport:
Eager to get some rest or simply freshen up after your flight to SOU? These hotels close to Southampton Airport offer the perfect place to kick back and relax:
Getting to central Southampton from Southampton Airport (SOU)
The distance from SOU to central Southampton is about 8 kilometres.
After touching down from your flight to SOU, expect a drive to the centre of around 20 minutes.
The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Make every moment in Southampton count by choosing one of these top hotels:
Southampton highlights
SeaCity Museum
Don't know where to go first after your flight to Southampton Airport? SeaCity Museum is the ideal introduction to this city. You'll find it around 0.80 kilometres north of the centre.
Mayflower Theatre
Always wanted to go to Mayflower Theatre? Time to see it firsthand. It's about 0.80 kilometres north-west of central Southampton.
Southampton City Art Gallery
From the heart of the city, this highlight is around 0.80 kilometres north. It's also an essential part of any Southampton visit.
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