Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, making Santorini (Thira) two hours ahead of Southampton.
To ensure you get on your SOU to JTR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SOU and JTR:
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
At the moment, R 3,902 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,158. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOU to JTR, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SOU to JTR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of the departures from Southampton Airport, 55.7% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Southampton to Southampton Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near SOU? If you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Reserve a hotel close to JTR if you're catching a late Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Santorini International Airport rental car and explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Santorini International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
From Santorini International Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Southampton Airport to Santorini International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOU to JTR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Santorini (Thira) is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Greece you should also see. About 225 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), a visit to Athens will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No journey is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
