Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
A direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport takes an average of 1 hour 28 minutes. Southampton's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to Edinburgh.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 38 weekly flights from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways runs direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Southampton — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between EDI and SOU include:
Belfast International Airport
Dublin Airport
Jersey Airport
For a flight within United Kingdom, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license. As soon as you've booked your cheap ticket from EDI to SOU, make sure your ID is up to date before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport is 56 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 114 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to SOU.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from EDI to SOU every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Travelling from central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Southampton Airport (SOU)
Book a hotel close to SOU if you're taking a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Southampton Airport to central Southampton takes around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 26 minutes.
When to fly to Southampton Airport (SOU)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Southampton. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Southampton is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to SOU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Southampton
As soon as you've booked your flights from EDI to SOU, you'll want to find a hotel in Southampton. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. SeaCity Museum, Mayflower Theatre and Southampton City Art Gallery are among the things you can't miss in Southampton.
Complete your Southampton trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Southampton Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Southampton trip.