Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Laleu Airport (LRH): what you need to know
The timezone in La Rochelle is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Southampton.
Leave enough time to make your SOU to LRH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport. Many travellers pass through Dublin Airport when flying between SOU and LRH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Laleu Airport (LRH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport flight is $401. A round-trip fare is currently $438. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SOU to LRH, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport.
Finding cheap flights from SOU to LRH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights taking off from Southampton Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Southampton Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SOU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Laleu Airport (LRH)
If you're getting in on a late Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near LRH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Laleu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond La Rochelle's usual tourist stops.
Book your ride from Laleu Airport several weeks before your trip to get the best deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Laleu Airport (LRH) to central La Rochelle
From Laleu Airport, La Rochelle is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Laleu Airport (LRH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to La Rochelle in April.
Lock in your flight from Southampton Airport to Laleu Airport for August if you'd like to go to La Rochelle during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOU to LRH sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
La Rochelle has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometres north-east of La Rochelle, a visit to Paris will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in France, head for Lyon, about 467 kilometres east of La Rochelle. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are the start of reasons to visit.
