As the location where pioneer pilot Eric Moon tested his first monoplane in 1910 and where the first Supermarine Spitfire tests were conducted in 1936, Southampton Airport UK (SOU) certainly has its fair share of history. Even its runway was rumoured to be built atop the remains of a Roman villa. Today, the airport serves as one of the main hubs for budget car rental in Southampton.

In 2008, almost two million passengers entered the single terminal at Southampton Airport UK (SOU). The arrivals hall is located at the right of the main concourse, while the check-in desks are on the main concourse’s left hand side.

Southampton Airport UK (SOU) offers direct flights to 22 domestic and international destinations, as well as connecting flights to many more cities. ATMs can be found next to the Travelex bureau de change located on the main concourse prior to entering security.

Southampton Airport UK (SOU)’s shops sell a wide variety of goods ranging from games, magazines, newspapers, books, electronics, clothing, and duty-free items. A self serve restaurant and bar is located at the arrivals end of the concourse, while the state of the art presentation equipment at the airport’s conference centre is readily available for business meetings. A baby care room is also available on the main concourse, while a first aid room is located near the main concourse’s Arrivals exit.

With at least five different reputable companies offering 43 different options for cheap car hire at Southampton Airport UK (SOU), the airport’s new car rental reception desk is easily located next to the terminal building. The nearby cities of Portsmouth and Winchester, as well as Southampton itself, are all easily accessible by cheap car hire at Southampton Airport UK (SOU).