LHR
London
United Kingdom
85 km
53 miles
SOU
Southampton
United Kingdom
Distance
85 km
53 mi / 46 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
228°
southwest

Airport Comparison

LHR SOU
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Southampton Airport
IATA Code LHR SOU
ICAO Code EGLL EGHI
City London Southampton
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 83 ft 44 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 50.950000, -1.360000

London (LHR) to Southampton (SOU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Southampton Airport (SOU) in Southampton, United Kingdom is 85 kilometers (53 miles / 46 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 00:56 in London, it's 00:56 in Southampton.

The return flight from Southampton (SOU) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Southampton Airport (SOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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