Cheap Flights from Southampton

Renowned for its role in the development of the legendary Spitfire fighter plane, Southampton Airport (SOU) has undergone major redevelopment and is now a very user-friendly air transportation gateway for England's south coast region. This thoroughly modern airport is located on the north-easterly outskirts of Southampton, next to Basset, Eastleigh and Swaythling. You can find a great variety of full service as well as cheap flights from Southampton Airport.

Southampton Airport is at its busiest during the warmer summer months, when it serves many arriving tourists, who often travel on to the city centre, Winchester, Portsmouth and nearby seaside resorts, such as Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. In total, over one million passengers currently use Southampton Airport every single year, flying to over 45 destinations around the UK, Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain.

A wide range of ground transportation options are on offer at Southampton Airport, including the nearest train-airport connection in Europe. Visitors arriving at the airport can also opt between using local Unilink and First Group buses, commercial shuttles, taxis and rental cars. All the main car rental agencies have booths at Southampton Airport and fleets on standby, with the M3 and M27 motorways close by.

Southampton Airport (SOU) features two restaurant / bars, as well as an outlet selling snack and drinks. There is some great duty-free shopping at the World Duty Free shop, while a newsagent is also onsite. The airport features a good range of facilities, including a Barclays ATM machine and Wi-Fi Internet availability throughout the terminal.

Business facilities at Southampton Airport are limited, with only the VIP lounges of Flybe and British Airways supplying equipment for their club passengers. For conferences, the Best Western Botleigh Grange Hotel is the nearest venue, offering a range of rooms, equipment and catering to suit most meeting needs. Several modern business parks are sited close to the airport. Hotels in Southampton city centre are within easy reach, with clusters based around Castle Way, Queens Park, Mayflower Park, the Town Quay, the High Street and West Quay Road.