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 Myrtle Beach and takes around 1h 45m.

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 Myrtle Beach and takes around 1h 45m.

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 (4,662 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,485 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,302 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,784 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 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)
$181+
Holiday Inn Long Island - Islip Arpt East
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1026 reviews)
$126+
Southampton Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 255 reviews)
$258+
Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 504 reviews)
$133+
Hamlet Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 321 reviews)
$192+
Southampton Long Island Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 117 reviews)
$187+

Renting a car in Southampton

Renting a car in Southampton costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 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 21% 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, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Southampton costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 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 21% 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, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.