Flying from Milan to Southampton Airport (SOU): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Milan to Southampton Airport (SOU). Check out your options for leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Southampton is one hour behind Milan. Southampton Airport is located in Southampton, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your flight from Milan to SOU won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Milan to SOU. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Milan to Southampton Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Break up your flight from Milan to Southampton Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and SOU are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You can get to BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Milan to SOU flight? Check in to a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
67.49% of flights departing Orio al Serio International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Book a flight ticket from Milan to Southampton Airport (SOU) out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between LIN and SOU include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
LIN is around 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Milan to Southampton Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance record of LIN is 79.56%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Southampton Airport (SOU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Southampton Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SOU instead:
Pick up a Southampton Airport rental car and discover Southampton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Milan to Southampton Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Southampton Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Southampton. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Southampton Airport (SOU)
Right now, $118 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Southampton Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $270. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Milan to SOU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Milan to Southampton Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Southampton Airport (SOU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Southampton Airport (SOU), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Southampton based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Southampton is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Milan to SOU flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Southampton Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Southampton
Start your Southampton trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Southampton Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Site of Jane Austen's House and Mayflower Theatre are just two of the top attractions to put on your Southampton to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Kennet & Avon Canal.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Southampton, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey about 105 kilometres north-east to London to check off its top attractions. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 177 kilometres north of Southampton. The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre are key highlights.