Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Toronto: what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Southampton, where Southampton Airport is located.
To avoid missing your SOU to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from SOU to Toronto, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Southampton, SOU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SOU? If you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Southampton Airport, 55.7% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Toronto flight is R 5,278. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,400. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SOU to Toronto if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Southampton Airport to Toronto is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SOU to Toronto by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Southampton Airport to Toronto.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Southampton Airport to Toronto. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SOU to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Following your flight from Southampton Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 40 minutes.
After stepping off your SOU to Toronto flight, kick back at a hotel near YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Hertz, National and Avis make collecting a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Hop off your flight from Southampton Airport to Toronto and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near YKF after your SOU to Toronto flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget will get you on the road.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so book your ride from YKF ahead of your flight from Southampton Airport to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before scheduling your flights from Southampton Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Southampton Airport to Toronto flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SOU to Toronto around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to Toronto:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are popular attractions which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its leading attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
