Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
Southampton's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Southampton five hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you get on your ORD to SOU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ORD and SOU:
Edinburgh Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Southampton Airport (SOU)
Right now, AED 1,219 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 2,687. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ORD to SOU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ORD to SOU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
74.85% of flights that take off from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ORD:
Arriving at Southampton Airport (SOU)
If you're getting in on a late O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SOU:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Southampton Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Southampton and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Southampton Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
From Southampton Airport, Southampton is approximately 8 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Southampton Airport (SOU)
August is the busiest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Southampton in April.
Before locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Southampton, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to SOU in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Southampton, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 113 kilometers north-east to London to check off its top attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometers north of Southampton, Birmingham is another favorite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.