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Southampton Airport

General information

Southampton Airport is an airport in the south of England close to the cities of Southampton and Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. The airport has its own railway station and is therefore easily accessible by public transport. By car it is only a 35 minute drive between Southampton Airport and Bournemouth Airport.

Location

Where is Southampton Airport situated?

The airport is located in the county of Hampshire, northeast of Southampton. Southampton Airport is accessible by road from junction 5 of the M27 motorway, the M3 motorway is also close to the airport.

How many terminals does Southampton Airport have?

Southampton Airport has one terminal.

Airport Map


Nearby airports

A good alternative for flying to or from Southampton Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United Kingdom.

Airport Distance
London Gatwick Airport 85km
London Heathrow Airport 85km
Bristol Airport 106km
London City Airport 116km
London Luton Airport 123km
Exeter Airport 147km
Cardiff Airport 147km
London Stansted Airport 152km
London Southend Airport 159km
Birmingham Airport 169km

Transportation

Car

The distance from Southampton Airport to the centre of Southampton is 7 kilometres. By car, it takes 15 minutes to get to the centre of Southampton.

From SOU Airport to Southampton City centre by Car
7 km
15 min

Travel by car

Public transport

It is possible to travel to and from Southampton Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Southampton Airport you can travel by train and bus. Visit the Southampton Airport transportation page for the possibilities.

Public transport

Taxi transfer

A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Southampton Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Southampton is about £ 20.-. Book your taxi at Southampton Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.

From SOU Airport to Southampton City centre by Taxi
7 km
15 min
£ 20.-

Book a taxi

Car rental

At Southampton Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Europcar, Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), National (Enterprise Holdings), Sixt, Budget, Avis, Enterprise and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.

Airport parking

Southampton Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!

Book your parking space

At the airport

Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Southampton Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Southampton Airport.

Services

Flights

Departures and arrivals

Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Southampton Airport.

Flight tickets

Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.

Which airlines fly from and to Southampton Airport?

We offer you a list of airlines at Southampton Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:

  • British Airways
  • easyJet
  • Loganair
  • Aer Lingus
  • KLM

Accommodations

Hotels near the airport

Looking for the best hotels near Southampton Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.

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Holiday Inn Southampton Eastleigh, an IHG Hotel, Eastleigh

Holiday Inn Southampton Eastleigh is located near the M3 and M27 motorways, 2 miles from Southampton International Airport. It offers a health club with an indoor pool, fully equipped gym and sauna. Southampton city centre is 7 miles from the hotel.

luxury

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton, Southampton

The DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton is situated in wooded gardens near the M3 and M27. Paultons Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World, is just a 20-minute drive away from the hotel.

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Ellington Lodge at The Concorde, Eastleigh

Ellington Lodge at The Concorde is conveniently located just 2 minutes' drive from Southampton Airport and Southampton Parkway Train Station, in a quiet woodland setting near Lakeside Country Park, just off junction 5 of the M27.

Hotels in Southampton

Looking for the best hotels in Southampton? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.

luxury

Ennios Boutique Hotel, Southampton

Opposite the Red Funnel ferry terminal and just minutes from the city centre and cruise terminals, Ennios is an Italian restaurant with boutique bedrooms that offer luxurious comfort.

budget

ibis budget Southampton Centre, Southampton

With free Wi-Fi on site, ibis budget Southampton Centre is situated right in the heart of Southampton. The train station is a few minutes’ walk away, and the Medieval City Walls are also close by. There is limited chargeable outdoor parking on site.

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Leonardo Hotel Southampton - formerly Jurys Inn, Southampton

Overlooking East Park, Leonardo Hotel Southampton has a 24-hour reception and a modern restaurant. The hotel is located in Southampton centre, less than a mile from Southampton Central Railway Station. Free WiFi is accessible throughout.

Things to do

It is possible to book tours in the city and near Southampton Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!

Activity

Southampton: Secrets of the Titanic Guided Walking Tour

Learn the secrets and the tragedies of sailing across the world on this walking tour of Southampton's port. See the Mayflower Pilgrim's Memorial and discover the site of the Titanic.

Tour & transport

Private Southampton Walking Tour

In this private tour of Southampton, you will explore the history of the city from its humble origins to its current fame as cruise ship capital no 1 of Europe.

Activity

From London: going to Southampton Port with Extra Bags

Need to bring extra bags to Southampton Cruise Port from London? Our service will ensure your extra luggage arrives safely and hassle-free, so you can enjoy your cruise without any worries.

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