Southport is a coastal resort town in Sefton with good road access to both Liverpool and Manchester airports. This guide covers everything Southport residents need to know about airport transfers.
Southport is one of the most distinctive towns in the north-west of England — a Victorian seaside resort with a long promenade, a famous pier, elegant Lord Street shopping boulevard and a strong sense of civic identity. It is also home to some of the finest golf courses in the world, including Royal Birkdale, one of the regular Open Championship venues.
For Southport residents travelling by air, the town's coastal location means both Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport require a meaningful journey. This guide covers the practical considerations for airport travel from Southport.
Liverpool Airport from Southport
Liverpool John Lennon Airport is approximately 20 miles south of Southport, accessible via the A565 and A5036 through Formby and Crosby, or via the A570 and M57 through Ormskirk and Kirkby. Journey times vary with traffic and time of day.
Liverpool Airport serves a wide range of European short-haul destinations and is the natural choice for Southport passengers travelling to Spain, Portugal, the Canary Islands, Greece, Turkey and other popular holiday destinations. For early morning departures — which are common on short-haul holiday routes — the A565 coastal road is typically clear and journey times are predictable.
Manchester Airport from Southport
Manchester Airport is approximately 35 to 40 miles from Southport, accessible via the A570 and M57 to the M62 and M56. The journey takes approximately one hour under normal traffic conditions.
Manchester Airport offers a significantly wider range of destinations than Liverpool Airport, particularly for long-haul travel to North America, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. For Southport passengers travelling to these destinations, Manchester Airport is the natural choice.
Ainsdale and Birkdale
Ainsdale and Birkdale are residential areas immediately south of Southport, with their own distinct communities and good road connections. Collections from Ainsdale, Birkdale and Churchtown are available as part of the Southport service area.
Golf travel from Southport
Southport is one of the great golf destinations of the world. Royal Birkdale Golf Club, on the southern edge of the town, is a regular Open Championship venue and one of the finest links courses in existence. Hillside Golf Club, immediately adjacent to Royal Birkdale, is another championship-standard course. Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club and Formby Golf Club are also within easy reach.
For golf groups travelling to Southport for a golf trip — arriving at Liverpool or Manchester Airport — Atlantic Prestige Travel can arrange transfers from the airport to Southport hotels and golf clubs, with vehicles suited to golf bags and equipment.
How early should I leave Southport for the airport?
For Liverpool Airport, allow at least 90 minutes from Southport for a standard departure, more during peak hours or school holiday periods. For Manchester Airport, allow at least two hours. For early morning flights, the roads are typically clear and journey times are shorter.
Your driver will advise on the recommended departure time when you book, based on your flight, terminal and the conditions expected on the day.
FAQs
Which airport is better for Southport passengers? Liverpool Airport is closer and suits most European short-haul routes. Manchester Airport is better for long-haul travel and destinations not served from Liverpool. Atlantic Prestige Travel serves both airports from Southport.
Can I book a group transfer from Southport for a golf trip? Yes. Larger vehicles suited to golf groups with bags and equipment are available. Confirm the number of passengers and bags when booking.
Do you cover Ainsdale and Birkdale? Yes. Collections are available from Southport, Ainsdale, Birkdale, Churchtown and surrounding areas.
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See also: Southport airport transfers | Liverpool Airport transfers | Manchester Airport transfers | Golf transfers
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