Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
Southampton and Nottingham are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
To ensure you get on your SOU to EMA flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SOU and EMA:
Jersey Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
Faro Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Right now, £64 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £132. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SOU to EMA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SOU to EMA.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Southampton Airport to East Midlands 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)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Southampton Airport, data shows 55.7% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Southampton to Southampton Airport is around 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SOU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EMA instead:
Grab an East Midlands Airport rental car and discover Nottingham and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from East Midlands Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
East Midlands Airport to the centre of Nottingham has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 miles away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Nottingham. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Nottingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Southampton Airport to East Midlands Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SOU to EMA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Nottingham, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 110 miles south-east to London to check off its leading sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 45 miles south-west of Nottingham. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are the start of reasons to visit.
