Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to New York: what you need to know
Southampton Airport is located in Southampton. Following the UTC-4 timezone, New York is four hours behind Southampton.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SOU to New York flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from SOU to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
The journey from central Southampton to SOU takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near SOU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to New York or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from Southampton Airport, 55.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to New York
Rs125,310 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to New York flight. A return ticket right now is Rs124,726. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SOU to New York. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Southampton Airport to New York ticket.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Southampton Airport to New York. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your flight from SOU to New York can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Southampton Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EWR. Unwind and get cosy after your SOU to New York flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR can help you lock in a better rate.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 18 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Southampton Airport to New York.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near LGA. Get comfortable at one of these options after your SOU to New York flight:
Whether you want an economy for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect LaGuardia Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Southampton Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
LaGuardia Airport's official address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Southampton Airport to New York. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to New York in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your Southampton Airport to New York flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SOU to New York around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are highlights which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among its highlights.