QUEENBOROUGH → SOU
Queenborough to Southampton Airport taxi.
Door to terminal from Queenborough: about 124 miles, typically 2 hr 15 – 2 hr 50. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Queenborough, Southampton Airport is about 124 miles by road, usually 2 hr 15 – 2 hr 50 door to terminal. It's the 7th-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Queenborough. That's around 5 minutes quicker than from Sheerness, because Queenborough is closer to the Sheppey Crossing.
The usual route is the A249, 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.
- Queenborough High StreetThe historic streets of the old town
- Queenborough HarbourHandy for visitors and boat owners at the harbour
- Queenborough stationMeet us here if you're coming in on the Sheerness line
- Newer estates around the townThe housing areas on the edge of Queenborough
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 QUEENBOROUGH
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 47 mi | 55 – 1 hr 15 | No |
| London Gatwick | 55 mi | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 | No |
| London Southend | 60 mi | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 74 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 45 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 80 mi | 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 55 | No |
| London Luton | 87 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr 5 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 124 mi | 2 hr 15 – 2 hr 50 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 152 mi | 3 hr – 3 hr 45 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 167 mi | 3 hr 10 – 3 hr 55 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 171 mi | 3 hr 10 – 3 hr 55 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 178 mi | 3 hr 30 – 4 hr 25 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 243 mi | 4 hr 50 – 6 hr | Yes |
Southampton Airport from nearby
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- 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.
FAQ
Queenborough to Southampton Airport questions.
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How long is a taxi from Queenborough to Southampton Airport?
Usually 2 hr 15 – 2 hr 50 for the 124-mile drive via the A249, M20, M26, M25 and M3, depending on traffic.
How far is Southampton Airport from Queenborough?
About 124 miles by road. It's the 7th-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Queenborough.
Does the route from Queenborough to Southampton Airport use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Queenborough to Southampton Airport doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Queenborough for a flight from Southampton Airport?
As a starting point, leave about 5 hr 15 before a short-haul departure, or 6 hr 15 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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