Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 7 hours behind Southampton, where Southampton Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from SOU to Los Angeles.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Finding a stopover on your flight from SOU to Los Angeles is easy. Whether you're eager to potentially save money on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A key stop is Dublin Airport (DUB).
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Southampton, SOU can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 26 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near SOU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Los Angeles
R 6,542 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles. A return flight starts from R 11,647. These prices can change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from SOU to Los Angeles, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Following your flight from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near VNY. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SOU to Los Angeles at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before booking a flight from Southampton Airport to Los Angeles, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SOU to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.
More about Los Angeles
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Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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