The short answer
Royal Ascot 2027 runs from Tuesday 15 to Saturday 19 June, and the racecourse heliport operates on all five days. Slots are allocated early and landing is by permission, so we request yours with your booking. Central London to Ascot takes about 15 to 20 minutes by helicopter, against about 51 minutes by car.
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Key facts
- Event
- Royal Ascot, Ascot Racecourse, High Street, Ascot SL5 7JX
- Usual month
- June
- 2027 dates
- Tuesday 15 to Saturday 19 June 2027, as published by Ascot Racecourse; check with the organiser before you book
- Where we land
- Ascot racecourse heliport, by prior permission; operates on all five days of Royal Ascot
- Central London (Battersea) to Ascot
- About 15 to 20 minutes by helicopter; about 51 minutes by car in free-flowing traffic
- Birmingham to Ascot
- About 35 to 45 minutes by helicopter; about 2 hours 4 minutes by car
- Southampton to Ascot
- About 20 to 30 minutes by helicopter
- Check-in
- Arrive 10 minutes before departure
The nearest landing site
Ascot Racecourse Heliport is the site we plan around for this event. Permission and times are confirmed with your booking.
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Ascot Racecourse Heliport
- Address
- Ascot Racecourse, High Street, Ascot, Berkshire
- Hours as published (checked 29 Sept 2026)
Available on event and non-event days throughout the year, subject to permission; the Royal Ascot Heliport operates on…
Available on event and non-event days throughout the year, subject to permission; the Royal Ascot Heliport operates on all five days of Royal Ascot. No fixed daily hours published- Permission
- Prior permission required (PPR): we arrange it with your flight
Landing slots are booked through the heliport company's slot portal – Charter-A arranges the slot with your booking; Royal Ascot slots are allocated early. Helicopters only (not suitable for fixed-wing).
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How do you arrive at Royal Ascot by helicopter?
Helicopter charter to Ascot is the simplest of the big-meeting bookings, because the racecourse has its own heliport.
You land at the racecourse heliport, which can be used throughout the year subject to permission and runs a full service on the five days of Royal Ascot. Landing slots are booked through the heliport's slot portal, and we arrange the slot with your booking. At Royal Ascot the slots are allocated early, so the earlier you ask the better your choice of arrival time.
On the days themselves the heliport has a terminal with a champagne bar and courtesy cars for transfers into the racecourse, and handles around 400 movements across the week. After racing you reverse the journey. Because the heliport is shared with hundreds of other flights, departure times are agreed in advance and we build in a little slack.
For a step-by-step account of arrival day, dress and timings, read our Royal Ascot by helicopter arrival guide, and see our Ascot page at Charter-A for the wider Ascot offer.
Journey times to Ascot Racecourse Heliport
Typical helicopter times against the car from the nearest cities, taken from our route data.
| To | Distance | Helicopter | By road | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow | 8.8 nm (10 mi) | 10 to 15 min | 27 min (16 mi) | 14 min |
| Epsom Downs | 17 nm (19 mi) | 15 to 15 min | 41 min (30 mi) | 26 min |
| London | 19 nm (22 mi) | 15 to 20 min | 52 min (28 mi) | 34 min |
| London Gatwick | 24 nm (28 mi) | 15 to 20 min | 57 min (48 mi) | 39 min |
| Goodwood | 33 nm (38 mi) | 20 to 25 min | 1 h 12 min (52 mi) | 49 min |
| Oxford | 35 nm (40 mi) | 20 to 25 min | 1 h 08 min (51 mi) | 45 min |
| Southampton | 38 nm (43 mi) | 20 to 30 min | 1 h 01 min (53 mi) | 36 min |
| Silverstone | 42 nm (48 mi) | 25 to 30 min | 1 h 26 min (69 mi) | 58 min |
| Cambridge | 57 nm (66 mi) | 30 to 35 min | 1 h 46 min (80 mi) | 1 h 13 min |
| Cheltenham Racecourse | 60 nm (69 mi) | 30 to 40 min | 1 h 46 min (85 mi) | 1 h 11 min |
| Newmarket Racecourse | 64 nm (74 mi) | 35 to 40 min | 1 h 49 min (89 mi) | 1 h 11 min |
| Birmingham | 74 nm (85 mi) | 35 to 45 min | 2 h 04 min (104 mi) | 1 h 24 min |
| Bristol | 77 nm (88 mi) | 40 to 45 min | 2 h 07 min (101 mi) | 1 h 24 min |
| Cardiff | 100 nm (115 mi) | 45 to 60 min | 2 h 46 min (139 mi) | 1 h 53 min |
| Norwich | 105 nm (121 mi) | 50 to 60 min | 2 h 57 min (143 mi) | 2 h 02 min |
| Manchester | 131 nm (150 mi) | 60 to 75 min | 3 h 48 min (185 mi) | 2 h 40 min |
| Liverpool | 140 nm (161 mi) | 65 to 80 min | 3 h 54 min (203 mi) | 2 h 41 min |
| Aintree Racecourse | 149 nm (172 mi) | 65 to 85 min | 3 h 56 min (211 mi) | 2 h 41 min |
| Leeds | 152 nm (175 mi) | 70 to 85 min | 4 h 11 min (216 mi) | 2 h 53 min |
| York Racecourse | 153 nm (176 mi) | 70 to 85 min | 4 h 04 min (218 mi) | 2 h 46 min |
| Newcastle | 221 nm (254 mi) | 1 h 35 min to 2 h | 5 h 53 min (302 mi) | 4 h 05 min |
Helicopter figures are typical block times: distance at 135 knots plus 8 minutes, shown as a range. Road figures are free-flowing road times, a floor that real journeys rarely beat. Distances are in a straight line. Figures from our UK route data, checked 29 Sep 2026.
Which day of Royal Ascot?
Each day has its own card, and the day you choose affects slot availability, so ask us which are still open.
- Tuesday 15 June: opening day of the meeting.
- Wednesday 16 June: the second day of five.
- Thursday 17 June: Gold Cup day, which hospitality sellers also list as Ladies' Day.
- Friday 18 June: the fourth day.
- Saturday 19 June: the closing day, which suits groups who combine racing with a weekend away.
Royal Ascot rules on dress are set by the racecourse, and our guide covers what to bring. For our advice on when to arrive, aim for the heliport well before the first race, which gives time for the transfer and lunch.
Flight times to Ascot from across the UK
Ascot is within 20 minutes of central London and under an hour from much of the south and Midlands. These are the typical helicopter times from our route data, with the free-flowing car time for comparison.
- Central London (Battersea): about 15 to 20 minutes by helicopter, 51 minutes by car.
- Heathrow: about 10 to 15 minutes, 27 minutes by car.
- Goodwood: about 20 to 25 minutes, 1 hour 12 minutes by car.
- Southampton: about 20 to 30 minutes, 1 hour 1 minute by car.
- Oxford: about 20 to 25 minutes, 1 hour 8 minutes by car.
- Birmingham: about 35 to 45 minutes, 2 hours 4 minutes by car.
- Cheltenham: about 30 to 40 minutes, 1 hour 46 minutes by car.
- Manchester: about 60 to 75 minutes, 3 hours 48 minutes by car.
Popular departure points are Battersea, Bournemouth and Biggin Hill. See Battersea, Bournemouth and Biggin Hill. For central London flights, Battersea Helicopter has a guide to helicopter travel to the races.
Booking Royal Ascot: what we need
Please give us the day, the number of guests and the departure site as early as you can. Weights for every passenger are needed, bags should be soft, and everyone arrives 10 minutes before take-off.
We can also collect from a private garden or estate if it is suitable, subject to landing permission and site suitability, and we can fly shuttles between sites in the Ascot area if you want to move guests between hospitality locations. Royal Ascot is one of our busiest weeks, so we lose some availability for other work; see helicopter charter London for other flights that week. Our team monitors your flight through the day.
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing. Prices depend on the date, the aircraft and the route, so use the quote form and the helicopter hire price guides. Other racing events are on the horse racing by helicopter page, and the events hub shows the full calendar.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a helipad at Ascot Racecourse?
Yes. Ascot has a heliport that can be used year-round subject to permission, and it operates on all five days of Royal Ascot. Slots are booked in advance and we arrange yours with your booking.
When is Royal Ascot in 2027?
Ascot Racecourse publishes Royal Ascot 2027 as Tuesday 15 to Saturday 19 June. Please check with the organiser before you book.
How long does it take to fly to Ascot from London?
From Battersea the flight is about 15 to 20 minutes. By car in free-flowing traffic it is about 51 minutes, and Royal Ascot traffic is slower.
Do I need tickets to land at the heliport?
Plan on every guest having a ticket or hospitality pass for the day. Racecourses typically check them on arrival, as the Jockey Club does at its own helipads.
Can I fly to Ascot from outside London?
Yes. Typical routes include Birmingham, Oxford, Southampton, Cheltenham and Manchester. See our times above.
Can a helicopter collect us from home?
Often, where you have a suitable field or garden and the landowner permits it. Landing is subject to landing permission and site suitability.
