Travelling from New York to Southampton Airport (SOU): What you need to know
Southampton Airport is located in Southampton. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of New York.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from New York to SOU.
Flying during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to SOU. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Southampton Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Southampton Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SOU flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Make catching an early New York to Southampton Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At LGA, that figure is 69%.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Southampton Airport (SOU)
Consider booking a hotel near SOU if you have a late flight from New York to Southampton Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your New York 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. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Southampton Airport (SOU)
Right now, $611 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Southampton Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,457. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to SOU, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to Southampton Airport (SOU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to Southampton Airport (SOU). July is the most popular month to visit Southampton. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
When booking your New York to SOU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Southampton, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Southampton Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Southampton
After booking your flight from New York to Southampton Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Southampton:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Site of Jane Austen's House, Mayflower Theatre and Kennet & Avon Canal are attractions you won't want to skip in Southampton.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Southampton will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres northeast of Southampton, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Manchester, roughly 290 kilometres north of Southampton. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are key reasons to visit.