Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Southold travel guide

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You're Going to Love Southold

With a population of 5,748, Southold is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Southold to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Southold

If you’re looking for affordable options, The North Fork Table & Inn (57225 Main Road) and Sophie's Rest. (730 Main Bayview Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Southold

Southold in January
Estimated hotel price
$215
1 night at 3-star hotel
Southold in January
Estimated hotel price
$215
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Southold

Plane

When flying to Southold, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 40 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Southold departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 50m.

Car

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

Plane

When flying to Southold, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 40 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Southold departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 50m.

Car

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

Airports near Southold

ISPIslip Long Island
BDLHartford Bradley Intl
JFKNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Airlines serving Southold

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Southold

Most booked hotels in Southold

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The Shoals Suites & Slips
3 stars
Excellent (9, 60 reviews)
$266+
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Holiday Inn Long Island - Islip Arpt East
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 824 reviews)
$124+
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A Walk in the Woods Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 83 reviews)
$405+
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Historic White Blossom House
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 75 reviews)
$448+
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The Harbor Front Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 415 reviews)
$231+
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Southold Beach Motel
1 star
Excellent (8.3, 59 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Southold

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Southold (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Southold, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Southold (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Southold, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

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