Flying from Belfast to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport (SOU). Explore your options for setting off from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), two of the city's main airports.
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport.
Southampton (where Southampton Airport is located) and Belfast share the UTC+0 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
With 56 direct flights a week between the two airports, Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Southampton Airport (SOU) is the busiest route. Aer Lingus operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from BFS to SOU is with easyJet at 19:40.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Belfast to SOU. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Southampton Airport (SOU) take off from this terminal.
When taking off from BFS, you can take a direct flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport with easyJet.
BFS is approximately 32 kilometres from central Belfast. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Searching for a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Looking to fly out of George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? You can book a direct flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport (SOU) from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Belfast to SOU with easyJet. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of BHD.
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 12 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to SOU:
About Southampton Airport (SOU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SOU:
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
From Southampton Airport, Southampton is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Southampton Airport (SOU)
17 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Southampton Airport. Return flights start from 41 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's best to book 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Belfast to SOU then.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Belfast to Southampton Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Belfast to SOU.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Southampton Airport (SOU)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Southampton. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Southampton. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Belfast to SOU sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Belfast to Southampton Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Southampton
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