Southampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Southampton

With a population of 3,109, Southampton is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Southampton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Southampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tutto Il Giorno - Southampton (56 Nugent St) and red/bar brasserie (210 Hampton Road) are great picks.

When to visit Southampton

Southampton in January
Estimated hotel price
$142
1 night at 3-star hotel
Southampton in January
Estimated hotel price
$142
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Southampton

Plane

When flying to Southampton, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 38 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Southampton departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Southampton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 84 miles from Southampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Southampton, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 38 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Southampton departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Southampton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 84 miles from Southampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Airlines serving Southampton

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Southampton

Most booked hotels in Southampton

The Bentley Hotel Southampton
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 51 reviews)
$217+
Holiday Inn Long Island - Islip Arpt East
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1028 reviews)
$134+
Southampton Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 254 reviews)
$305+
Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 502 reviews)
$133+
Hamlet Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 323 reviews)
$192+
Southampton Long Island Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 116 reviews)
$208+

Renting a car in Southampton

Renting a car in Southampton costs $75 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Southampton.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Southampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Southampton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Southampton costs $75 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Southampton.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Southampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Southampton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.