Croydon Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 43m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Croydon Airport
Croydon Airport was the United Kingdom's main international airport during the interwar period. It opened in 1920, located near Croydon, then part of Surrey, using a temporary terminal, hangars and offices on Plough Lane. A new permanent terminal in a Neoclassical style opened in 1928 on the 1925-built Purley Way. The airport handled more cargo, mail, and passengers than any other UK airport at the time. Innovations at the site included the world's first air traffic control, the first airport terminal and the world's first airport hotel. It was home to Britain's first national airline, Imperial Airways, founded through a government sponsored four-airline merger in 1924. During the Second World War the airport was named RAF Croydon as its role changed to that of a fighter airfield during the Battle of Britain; and in 1943 RAF Transport Command was founded at the site, which used the airport to transport thousands of troops into and out of Europe.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELAIR PARK | 5.3 nm | 011° | On request |
| M25 JUNCTION M2 | 5.6 nm | 184° | On request |
| A25 GODSTONE JUNCTION | 6.8 nm | 164° | On request |
| BURGESS PARK | 7.8 nm | 010° | On request |
| KIDBROOKE FLATS | 8.3 nm | 040° | On request |
| BUCKLAND | 8.5 nm | 215° | On request |
| GODSTONE RAILWAY STATION | 8.7 nm | 163° | On request |
| LONDON EYE | 8.8 nm | 359° | On request |
| THAMES BARRIER | 10.2 nm | 034° | On request |
| M25 JUNCTION 4 | 10.3 nm | 093° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shard | 1,017 ft | 62 ft | — |
| 22 Bishopsgate Tower | 912 ft | 62 ft | — |
| One Canada Square | 771 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Heron Tower | 755 ft | 62 ft | — |
| The Leadenhall Building | 738 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Crystal Palace Transmitter | 719 ft | 354 ft | — |
| One Park Drive | 673 ft | 33 ft | — |
| HSBC UK | 656 ft | 72 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Croydon Airport located?
Croydon Airport is closed located in Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Croydon Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.