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Spectacular experiences at Farnborough International Airshow<\/h2>\n

Farnborough Airshow 2018 is sure to thrill all members of the family with new planes and attractions being announced almost daily. Highlights of this year include The Red Bull Air Race, Harrier and F16 jets, take on gravity, tank driving and lots more.<\/p>\n

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Dates of Farnborough Airshow 2018<\/h2>\n

The airshow runs from 16th July to 22nd July. Monday to Thursday (16th-19th) are trade-only days, there is no public access on these days. You can of course still see the air displays during these days from outside the airfield. On Friday there are limited tickets available to the public whereas on Saturday and Sunday (21st & 22nd) the airshow opens completely to the public. The airshow opens at 9am and closes at 6pm. The aerial displays take place between 13.30-17.00 on Friday and 12.30-17.30 at the weekend.<\/p>\n

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What to expect from Farnborough Airshow<\/h2>\n

The Farnborough Air Show is one of the biggest aviation events in the world. The dazzling event showcases both static and aerial displays. It is utilised by the International aerospace and defence industry to demonstrate civilian and military aircraft to potential customers and investors. The first four days of the show (Mon-Thu) are exclusive to trade but on Friday there is limited access to the public. At the weekend both days are open to the public.<\/p>\n

There are two ways to experience the excitement of the Farnborough Airshow. One is to buy tickets and spend your day inside the historic airfield, getting up close and personal to all the displays and entertainment. The other is to picnic in a nearby park in the afternoon or at various spots around Farnborough and just look to the skies. Farnborough has a wide range of pubs and restaurants available and is easy to get to from London. Having a day out watching incredible planes perform breathtaking manoeuvres is an easy, cheap and enjoyable experience.<\/p>\n

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Tickets for Farnborough Airshow<\/h2>\n

Unfortunately tickets are no longer available for public days at\u00a0Farnborough Airshow, 2018 was the last time the public weekend would run. From 2020 it is a trade only event during the week.<\/p>\n

FAB Friday<\/h2>\n

Friday at Farnborough Airshow is known as FAB Friday. There are a limited number of public tickets available which allow full access to the complete trade show. An amazing opportunity and experience if you are an avid aviation enthusiast. At the weekends, the trade show still runs but in a reduced format.<\/p>\n

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Ticket Prices for Farnborough Airshow 2018<\/h2>\n

Children under 16 years are free of charge. This makes Farnborough Airshow a very popular family attraction.<\/p>\n

\u00a0FAB Friday 20th July<\/h4>\n

Advanced Ticket Price: \u00a338.40<\/p>\n

Saturday 21st\u00a0<\/sup>July<\/h4>\n

Early Bird Advance Ticket – \u00a334<\/p>\n

Advance Ticket \u00a342<\/p>\n

Advance Ticket (concessions 65 and over) \u00a337<\/p>\n

Sunday 22nd\u00a0<\/sup>July<\/h4>\n

Early Bird Advance Ticket – \u00a334<\/p>\n

Advance Ticket \u00a342<\/p>\n

Advance Ticket (concessions 65 and over) \u00a337<\/p>\n

Saturday & Sunday Ticket<\/h4>\n

Weekend Ticket Adult \u00a364<\/p>\n

(transaction fees are applicable to all above prices)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Getting to Farnborough Airshow from London<\/h2>\n

By rail<\/h4>\n

The easiest way to get to Farnborough International Airshow is by train. There are four stations that will allow you access to the airshow. Farnborough Main, Farnborough North, North Camp and Aldershot. A free shuttle bus service runs from Farnborough Main, Aldershot and North Camp stations to the show site.<\/p>\n

Farnborough Main is served by Waterloo and is around a 30-min walk from the Farnborough Airshow Pedestrian Entrance (Gate B).<\/p>\n

By car<\/h4>\n

Farnborough Airshow is located on the A325, accessible from the M3 and A31. During the show, there will be special routes in the immediate vicinity of Farnborough which will be clearly signposted. Follow signs to the general car park. Parking is free and the general car parks are serviced by free shuttle buses into the show. It is worth noting that traffic will become congested during show times as Farnborough is already a busy commuter town.<\/p>\n

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Farnborough Airshow attractions<\/h2>\n

The public weekends are full to the brim of things to see and do. The best attractions at Farnborough airshow are:<\/p>\n