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General Admission
From £44.50 PP
A standard day admission ticket will get you into the airshow, where you can watch all the flying and get up close to all the static aircraft. On Friday is a four hour-plus flying display, and on Saturday and Sunday, a seven-hour plus flying display.
You will need a general admission ticket to upgrade to one of our hospitality enclosures. Please note that the price in your basket has the discount applied.
For accessibility requirements and information please click here
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Viewing Village Grandstand
From £38 PP
Get a bird's eye view of the breathtaking display with a spot in the grandstand. Enjoy the action from your reserved seat with a range of catering options, free luggage facilities and private toilets.
A general admission ticket will be included in your booking when selecting this option. If you already have a general admission ticket, you can book your upgrade here. 15% discount for Friday and 10% discount for Sunday has been added to the price.
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Family Enclosure
From £23.50 PP
Our relaxed, family-friendly enclosure offers a fun environment for parents and children to enjoy the show with shaded areas, garden seating, and private toilets.
Children under 5 do not require a ticket to enter the Family Enclosure.
A general admission ticket will be included in your booking when selecting this option. If you already have a general admission ticket, book your upgrade here. 15% Sunday discount has already been applied to the price.
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For an unparalleled sensory experience, visit riat26 At raf fairford from 17-19 July 2026.
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RIAT official merchandise on sale!
Winter is here and temperatures have dropped, now is the ideal time to update your wardrobe with warm, practical layers.
All funds raised by merchandise directly benefit the RAF Charitable Trust and the people they inspire.
Whether you're layering up, cuddling up to a RIAT teddy bear, or keeping your pets warm - there's something for everyone.
Green Route Changes
We have introduced a brand-new Park & Ride facility at South Cerney, completely free for all show attendees.
The Green Route has therefore been repurposed as a dedicated Park & Ride route starting from RIAT26.
For more information, click here.
Upgrade your experience now!
If you have already purchased a general admission ticket and would like to upgrade to one of our enclosures, then you can do so by clicking the link below.
Please note, you will not be allowed entry to the show unless you have a valid general admission ticket with your enclosure upgrade.
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Free transport for 2026
New for RIAT26 is the FREE park and Ride from South Cerney. From here, you will be able travel directly onto the showground having completed all necessary checks in advance. In addition, our regular shuttle buses collect and drop off from Swindon Bus Station, and Cheltenham Racecourse. Just remember to book seat(s) when selecting your tickets. Similarly, if you wish to drive and use the onsite car parks, select a pass when you book tickets.