Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
Southampton's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Southampton two hours behind Athens.
To ensure you get on your ATH to SOU flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ATH and SOU include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Southampton Airport (SOU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport flight is 86 €. A return plane ticket right now is 216 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ATH to SOU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to SOU.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights leaving from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Southampton Airport (SOU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SOU instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Southampton Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Europcar and discover more of Southampton and beyond.
Booking your ride from Southampton Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Southampton Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Southampton. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Southampton Airport (SOU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Southampton. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Southampton is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Southampton Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to SOU in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Southampton, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 113 kilometres north-east to London to tick off its top sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres north of Southampton. No trip is complete without a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.