Birmingham to Southampton flights
Southampton lies 179 km (111 mi) south of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Birmingham | Southampton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1.2 million | 269,781 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Nearest large airport | BHX, 11 km out | LGW, 89 km out |
| Postal codes | B1–B99 | SO15 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Birmingham
Birmingham is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Birmingham Airport (BHX), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 10,013-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are East Midlands Airport (EMA, 55 km), Manchester Airport (MAN, 100 km).
Arriving in Southampton
Southampton is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 89 km (55 mi) from the centre, whose 10,883-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are London Heathrow Airport (LHR, 91 km), Southampton Airport (SOU, 6 km), Bournemouth Airport (BOH, 34 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 89 km (55 mi) | 10,883 ft | 202 ft |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 91 km (57 mi) | 12,799 ft | 83 ft |
| Southampton Airport (regional) | SOU | 6 km (4 mi) | 6,191 ft | 44 ft |
| Bournemouth Airport (regional) | BOH | 34 km (21 mi) | 7,454 ft | 38 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Southampton from Birmingham?
179 km (111 mi) in a straight line, south of Birmingham.
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Southampton by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Southampton?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Which airports are used for Birmingham to Southampton flights?
Typically Birmingham Airport (BHX) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW); Southampton also has LHR, SOU, BOH.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.