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Flight deals from Southampton to London

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Southampton to London? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.R 1,347 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,347, select.
London.R 1,402 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,402, select.
London.R 1,426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,426, select.
London.R 1,661 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Mon, 19 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,661, select.
London.R 1,668 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,668, select.
London.R 1,712 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,712, select.
London.R 1,910 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Southampton on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,910, select.
London.R 2,219 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Southampton on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,219, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Southampton to London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Southampton to London flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 1,661
Jun
from R 1,347
Jul
from R 1,668
Aug
from R 1,426
Sep
from R 1,712
Oct
from R 1,402
Nov
from R 1,910
Dec
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Jan
from R 2,315
Feb
from R 2,219
Mar
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Apr
from R 2,219

Alternative Southampton to London routes

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Southampton to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,347
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Southampton to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Southampton to London is R 3,521. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Southampton to London. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 3,521.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Southampton to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Southampton to London is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Southampton Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Gatwick – which is 40.3 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,521.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Southampton Airport to London on Monday, 2 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Southampton Airport and London. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to London: what you need to know

  • London and Southampton (where Southampton Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SOU to London flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • SOU is around 6 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SOU:

  • 55.7% of flights leaving from Southampton Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to London

  • R 1,347 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to London flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 3,521. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from SOU to London, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Southampton Airport to London ticket.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SOU to London.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Southampton Airport to London.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour to get there by public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Southampton Airport to London. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's main sights.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SOU to London.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Once your flight from Southampton Airport to London has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your SOU to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will save you money.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Southampton Airport to London.

  • The journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes using public transport.

  • Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your SOU to London flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Start your journey without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Stansted Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.

  • If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Southampton Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better price.

Best time to go to London

  • Visit London during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Southampton Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • When booking your Southampton Airport to London flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about London

  • After booking your flight from Southampton Airport to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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