Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Carpiquet Airport (CFR): what you need to know
Caen's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Caen one hour ahead of Southampton.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SOU to CFR flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Chalair is your ticket to exploring Caen (and perhaps some other exciting parts of France!). Browse the direct flights from Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Chalair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
Right now, 157 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 367 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SOU to CFR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SOU to CFR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of the departures from Southampton Airport, 55.7% touch down on time at their destination.
Southampton Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SOU? If you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
If you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CFR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Carpiquet Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Europcar and explore beyond Caen's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Carpiquet Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to central Caen
Carpiquet Airport to the centre of Caen has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Caen. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Southampton Airport to Carpiquet Airport for July if you'd like to visit Caen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOU to CFR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Caen has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres east of Caen, a visit to Paris will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of France, head for Nantes, roughly 241 kilometres south of Caen. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are highlights.
