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
For turboprops and air taxis near central London, London Elstree Aerodrome is worth a look. Runway: 08/26 – 651 m × 20 m asphalt. Customs is by arrangement, so ask for it when you ask for permission. Prior permission (PPR) is required. From central London: approx. 45 min by car; 8 min by helicopter.
- Runway
- 08/26 – 651 m × 20 m asphalt
- Customs & immigration
- By arrangement / prior notice
- Business jets
- No – 651 m runway; helicopter and light-aircraft field
- Opening hours
- Licensed hours 09:00–20:00 local or sunset; 24-hour movements for resident aircraft or by arrangement; ground handling 7 days a week 08:30–17:00 and outside these hours if planned in advance
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Required
- Telephone
- 020 8953 7480 (Tower/Ops); 07596 338771 (ground handling)
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
London Elstree Aerodrome, Hogg Lane, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3AR. The nearest major city is central London, approx. 45 min by car; 8 min by helicopter.
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Uxbridge | 30 min | 21 mi · 34 km |
| High Wycombe | 40 min | 30 mi · 49 km |
| London | 40 min | 16 mi · 25 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft. Handling is compulsory here, so you will need to use one.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
Aerodrome Café open 7 days; car parking; helicopter hangarage and FBO services; helipad available.
PPR mandatory; round-the-clock refuelling advertised (Avgas and Jet A-1); strong helicopter and FBO focus for London access.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
Hotels, restaurants, chauffeurs and other services near London Elstree Aerodrome will be listed here. Run a business nearby? Get listed.
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Straight-line miles, not road miles.