CHATHAM → SOU
Chatham to Southampton Airport taxi.
Door to terminal from Chatham: about 114 miles, typically 2 hr 10 – 2 hr 45. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Chatham, Southampton Airport is about 114 miles by road, usually 2 hr 10 – 2 hr 45 door to terminal. It's the 7th-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Chatham. That's around 10 minutes quicker than from Sheerness.
The usual route is the A229, M20, M26, M25 and M3. There's no Thames crossing on this route, which makes the journey time more predictable.
Southampton Airport's single terminal is compact and quick to get through. From Kent the route goes round the M25 and down the M3, with no river crossing, the most straightforward of the regional airports.
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
From your door to Southampton Airport
At Southampton Airport
We drop you right outside the terminal, which is small and easy to navigate.
- Chatham town centreThe Pentagon Centre and the High Street area
- Chatham Historic Dockyard & waterfrontHomes and apartments by the river
- Chatham stationMeet us at the station if you're coming in by train
- Walderslade & LordswoodThe large residential areas towards the M2
GOOD TO KNOW
Tips for Southampton Airport
- It's the closest regional airport to Kent, with no Dartford Crossing.
- Flying to or from a cruise? We can do the airport and the cruise terminal.
- The M3 is usually a steady run outside rush hour.
OTHER AIRPORTS FROM CHATHAM
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 30 mi | 40 – 1 hr | No |
| London Southend | 42 mi | 55 – 1 hr 15 | Yes |
| London Gatwick | 45 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | No |
| London Stansted | 56 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 30 | Yes |
| London Luton | 69 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 50 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 70 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| Southampton Airport | 114 mi | 2 hr 10 – 2 hr 45 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 134 mi | 2 hr 45 – 3 hr 25 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 149 mi | 2 hr 55 – 3 hr 40 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 153 mi | 2 hr 55 – 3 hr 40 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 169 mi | 3 hr 25 – 4 hr 15 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 225 mi | 4 hr 35 – 5 hr 40 | Yes |
Southampton Airport from nearby
- Southampton Airport taxis from SheppeyTaxis to Southampton Airport from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 126 miles, typically 2 hr 20 – 3 hr.
- Gillingham to Southampton Airport taxiAbout 118 miles, typically 2 hr 10 – 2 hr 45. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Sheerness to Southampton Airport taxiAbout 126 miles, typically 2 hr 20 – 3 hr. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Airport taxi ChathamAirport transfers from Chatham (ME4) with measured journey times to all six London airports, pickup points and local tips.
Airport travel guides
- Flying from Chatham: Which London Airport Is Easiest?Which London airport is easiest from Chatham? Measured distances, typical taxi times and which routes use the Dartford Crossing, compared for all six London airports.
- Why take a taxi to the airport instead of driving?Airport parking, drop-off charges, the Dartford Crossing and tiredness: the case for a pre-booked airport taxi from Sheppey.
- When should you book an airport taxi from Sheerness?How far ahead to book, and how to work out your pickup time for each London airport.
- How to get from Sheerness to Gatwick, Heathrow & StanstedRoutes, distances and typical journey times by taxi, and how they compare with the train.
- Airport pickups in Blue Town, Mile Town & Marine TownHow airport pickups work in Sheerness's three districts, with journey times from each.
- What time should your airport taxi pick you up?Worked examples for early, midday and evening flights from Sheppey.
FAQ
Chatham to Southampton Airport questions.
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How long is a taxi from Chatham to Southampton Airport?
Usually 2 hr 10 – 2 hr 45 for the 114-mile drive via the A229, M20, M26, M25 and M3, depending on traffic.
How far is Southampton Airport from Chatham?
About 114 miles by road. It's the 7th-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Chatham.
Does the route from Chatham to Southampton Airport use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Chatham to Southampton Airport doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Chatham for a flight from Southampton Airport?
As a starting point, leave about 5 hr before a short-haul departure, or 6 hr before long-haul. We'll confirm the exact pickup time when you book.
How long does it take to get to Southampton Airport from Kent?
Usually 2¼ to 3 hours, via the M25 and M3.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The fare is agreed when you book, so traffic and delays on the day don't change what you pay.
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