Book tickets now for our Duxford Flying Season 2026 events

Experience a full day out at  the Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show, this September, featuring historic aircraft and the famous 'Big Wing'.

You can also experience a golden hour aerial display in August at the Duxford Flying Evening, or celebrate the highs of the 2026 Flying Season at Duxford Flying Finale in October.

Book Tickets 

Choose your air show adventure:

Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show

Spitfires and hurricanes fly in formation as a crowd watches taking pictures
The famous Spitfire finale display at IWM Duxford during the 2024 Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show.

Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026

Step back in time to 1940,  in the air and on the ground, and even in the clothes you wear! 

Kids go free with Standard Adult tickets.

Pick this if you're: 

  • A vintage aircraft and warbird enthusiast
  • Looking to inspire young and curious minds through living history and stories from our museum collections
  • Looking to escape into another era

Duxford Flying Evening

An aircraft flies against a night sky with airborne fireworks
Experience IWM Duxford after-hours as historic aircraft take flight as dusk turns to dark. Plus, see airborne pyrotechnics transform the skies with flashes of vibrant colour and fireworks.

Saturday 22 August 2026

Formation aerobatics and airborne pyrotechnics light up the night.

Pick this if you're:

  • Eager for an atmospheric after-hours experience
  • Looking for incredible photo moments
  • After a unique date night where sparks fly

Duxford Flying Finale

Crowd of people at IWM Duxford Flying Finale with several vintage aircraft lined up
Expect a stellar line-up at this end-of-season show, and the last chance to tick off some of your must-see list for the year.

Saturday 3 October 2026

Hear engines roar for the last time as our season closes.

Pick this if you:

  • Still have some aircraft to tick off your must-see list for the year
  • Are looking for a family day out in the autumn
P-47D Thunderbolt in flight against a blue sky

Become a member

From May to October, our flying season is always packed with dates to fill your year with experiences. IWM membership unlocks free entry to Duxford Flying Days, 10% off Duxford Air Show tickets and other exclusive Flying Season benefits.

Past Events

Pilot in a parked Spitfire
Air shows and flying days
IWM Duxford

Flying Days: VE Day

Saturday 9 May 2026
Spitfire Mk IX in flight
Air shows and flying days
IWM Duxford

Flying Days: D-Day

Saturday 6 June 2026
Aircraft performing an aerobatic manoeuvre, flying vertically with smoke trailing from its tail.
Air shows and flying days
IWM Duxford

Duxford Summer Air Show

Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July 2026
Close up of P-51 Mustang at Duxford Air Shows
Air shows and flying days
IWM Duxford

Flying Days: The Americans

Friday 24 July 2026

Work with us in 2026

  • Showground opportunities

    Opportunities for retailers, living history groups, or collection owners at our air shows.

  • Coach and travel groups

    Bring your coach groups and clients to a Duxford Air Show.

  • Media and press

    Attend a Duxford Air Show as a member of press.