South Coast

Are the Red Arrows Flying in Southampton Today?

Southampton and the Solent sit on transit routes toward the Isle of Wight, Bournemouth and western south-coast venues. The port’s waterfront occasionally sees formations passing overhead.

Red Arrows near Southampton — today
No upcoming Red Arrows activity is currently scheduled within range of Southampton. The most recent nearby activity was on Friday 25 July 2025 (Transit & display — Odiham Display).
Last nearby: Friday 25 July 2025 — Transit & display — Odiham Display · 4.9 mi from centre

Seeing the Red Arrows around Southampton

Transits toward the Isle of Wight and Bournemouth route through the Solent area. Major maritime and city events have occasionally attracted flypasts.

Common viewing spots

The Itchen Bridge, Ocean Village and the city’s waterfront give open southern horizons. The New Forest high ground to the west and the Hamble estuary provide wider viewpoints.

📍 Transit corridor; Isle of Wight and Bournemouth both within range.

Recent activity near Southampton

  • 25 Jul 2025 — Transit & display — Odiham Display (17:28–18:24 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area fell within approximately 18 nautical miles of Southampton. This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from Southampton — transit routes may be at altitude and can follow a different track to the one published.

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Unofficial fan site — not affiliated with the RAF or MoD. Events are matched by geographic proximity (~18 NM of Southampton) to published NOTAM data and the official schedule. A transit route passing within range does not mean the aircraft were visible overhead. Always check the official Red Arrows channels before making plans. Not for flight planning.