Flying from Washington DC to Southampton Airport (SOU): What you need to know
Southampton Airport is located in Southampton. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Your flight from Washington DC to SOU won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Southampton Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Southampton Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and SOU include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to SOU flight, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Southampton Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations when they should. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Southampton Airport (SOU)
Consider booking a hotel near SOU if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Southampton Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Southampton Airport flight.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Central Southampton is around 10 kilometres from Southampton Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Southampton Airport (SOU)
$732 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Southampton Airport. A return flight starts at $1,215. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to SOU, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Southampton Airport (SOU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Southampton Airport (SOU), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Southampton based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Washington DC to SOU plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Southampton to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Southampton Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Southampton
Start your Southampton trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Southampton Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Site of Jane Austen's House, Mayflower Theatre and Kennet & Avon Canal are top sights which should be on any good Southampton itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Southampton. Around 105 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Manchester, roughly 290 kilometres north of Southampton. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are key highlights.