Southampton Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 6m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Southampton Airport
Southampton Airport is an international airport located in both Eastleigh and Southampton, Hampshire, in England. The airport is located 3.5 nautical miles north-northeast of central Southampton. The southern tip of the runway lies within the Southampton unitary authority boundary with most of the airport, including all of the buildings, within the Borough of Eastleigh.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EGHILive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20▸ displaced | 6,191 ft / 1,887 m | 119 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Solent Radar | 120.230 MHz |
| APP | Southampton Approach | 122.730 MHz |
| ATIS | Southampton Information | 130.880 MHz |
| OPS | OPS | 130.650 MHz |
| TWR | Southampton Tower | 118.205 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| SOLENT CTA 2 | Class D | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| SOUTHAMPTON CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spinnaker Tower | 558 ft | 13 ft | — |
| Moresby Tower | 262 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 312 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Southampton Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Southampton Airport?
The ICAO code for Southampton Airport is EGHI, and its IATA code is SOU.
Where is Southampton Airport located?
Southampton Airport is medium airport located in Southampton, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 44 ft (13 m).
How many runways does Southampton Airport have?
Southampton Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,191 ft / 1,887 m.
Which airlines fly to Southampton Airport?
Airlines historically serving Southampton Airport include Air France, Aurigny Air Services, Eastern Airways, Flybe, Skynet Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Southampton Airport?
Historical data lists 23 nonstop destinations from Southampton Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Southampton Airport in?
Southampton Airport is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Southampton Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Southampton Airport is approximately 0.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Southampton Airport?
The nearest airport to Southampton Airport is Hill Farm Airstrip (GB-0760), about 3.6 nm to the ese, followed by Lower Upham Airfield and Roughay Farm Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Southampton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.