Ascot Racecourse Heliport

Prior permissionPPR is required here. A filed flight plan does not count as permission to use the airfield, so ask the airport first.

Airfield Status

Ascot Racecourse Heliport is a helicopter landing site close to Ascot / Windsor. Landing needs prior permission (PPR). From Ascot / Windsor: approx. 50 min from London by road.

Runway: Confirm with the airport
Opening hours: 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
Prior permission (PPR): Required

Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 29 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source

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Arrival Protocol

Ascot Racecourse, High Street, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7JX. The nearest major city is Ascot / Windsor, approx. 50 min from London by road.

The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map. This position is worked out from the place name, so keep an eye out for the signs as you get close and check the entrance before you set off.

Ground Movement: journey times to the airport

By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.

From	Drive	Distance
Ascot	5 min	1 mi · 1 km
Uxbridge	30 min	16 mi · 25 km
High Wycombe	30 min	21 mi · 34 km

Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Operational Notes

Exclusive terminal at the Royal Ascot Heliport with complimentary champagne bar and light catering; courtesy cars to and from your hospitality location; slot-controlled movements

Landing slots are booked through the heliport operator's slot portal. Helicopters only (not suitable for fixed-wing).

Year-round helicopter facility subject to permission, with a full champagne-bar terminal and courtesy-car transfer during Royal Ascot week (around 400 movements).