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WELCOME TO
BRIGHTON CITY AIRPORT
The oldest licenced aerodrome in the UK
Brighton City Airport (formerly known as Shoreham Airport) is one of the world’s oldest commercial airports, with the first recorded flight taking place in 1910! Today, the airfield remains at the forefront of British aviation, as a major centre for pilot training, pleasure flights and private jet and helicopter charters. It is one of the busiest – and most interesting – general aviation airfields in the UK.
The airport boasts a historically-significant Main Terminal Building, which was opened in 1936. With its geometric exterior and original Art Deco features, the Main Terminal Building still stands proud and splendid.
Brighton City Airport offers convenient access to everything the South East has to offer. Minutes from the A27, the airport has excellent road access to the local area and great transport links to London, France and further into Continental Europe.
Open 7 days a week, a warm and professional welcome awaits.
WELCOME TO BRIGHTON CITY AIRPORT
Brighton City Airport (formerly known as Shoreham Airport), one of the world’s oldest commercial airports. Our terminal building was built in 1936 and boasts a clean geometric exterior, a stylish modern interior including many original and restored Art Deco features, from the ceiling decorations down to the light switches. From the terminal, you can look out onto the busy airfield and beyond to the imposing Gothic chapel of Lancing College, nestled in rolling hills of the South Downs National Park.
We are open 7 days a week and offer convenient access to everything the South East has to offer. Minutes from the A27, the airport has excellent road access to the local area and great transport links to London, France and further into Continental Europe.
However you’re visiting us – in a business jet, having a flying lesson, a helicopter shuttle or a local leisure flight experience – a warm and professional welcome awaits.
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LIVE RUNWAY CAM
View live footage of takeoffs and landings on Brighton City Airport’s longest runway
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HELICOPTER FLIGHTS
Take to the skies of Sussex!
More Sundays added, due to popular demand!
15th Sep and 13th Oct
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Arrivals & Departures
Click here for a list of all the inbound and outbound flights expected today.
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History, Museum & Tours
Find out more about the wonderful history of Brighton City Airport and book an airport tour here.
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Hummingbird Restaurant
Open 7 days per week – watch the planes whilst enjoying breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea.
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Job Vacancies
Find out about the current opportunities at Brighton City Airport.
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Pilot PPR Forms
Did you know you can now PPR online? Planning a flight? Find our PPR request forms here
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LOCATION HIRE
Did you know our airport can be hired as a film or TV location, for photo shoots and events? Click here for more Information.
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Business Facilities
We have great offices available to rent!
Or request to book one of our fabulous conference rooms.
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Airfield Data
Find out all you need to know about operating in and out of Brighton City Airport.
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News & What’s On
Click here to find out about what’s happening at the airport and any upcoming events.
Airport Safeguarding
Operating a crane or drone in the vicinity of the aerodrome? Click here for all the information you’ll need.