Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Flying over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the SOU - BHX route include:
Jersey Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
When flying domestically within United Kingdom, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from SOU to BHX, make sure your ID is up to date before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport is C$132. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$230. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from SOU to BHX, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SOU to BHX. There's no need to search every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Traveling from central Southampton to Southampton Airport takes approximately 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near SOU. Whether you're on an early flight from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the center of Birmingham. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 48 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Birmingham in February.
Book your flight from Southampton Airport to Birmingham International Airport for July if you want to go to Birmingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SOU to BHX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Birmingham
Once you've locked in your flights from SOU to BHX, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Birmingham. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are attractions you won't want to skip in Birmingham.
Complete your Birmingham trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Birmingham International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Birmingham stay.
