Imperial War Museum Duxford Tickets
Book ahead for a full day of aviation history
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Official Ticket SellerWhat to Expect...
See iconic aircraft up close, explore six enormous hangars and spend time on a live historic airfield at Imperial War Museum Duxford. From the American Air Museum to hands-on family activities and the Weston Play Zone, this is a museum day out with plenty of room to roam.
General admission includes access to the museum's main exhibition spaces, including the American Air Museum. Families can also look out for free activities at weekends and during school holidays, plus regular aircraft take-offs and landings across the day.
It is a big site, so it works best if you plan for at least half a day. If you are looking for more family-friendly cultural trips, browse more museums and art galleries.
Suitable for All Ages
Typical Visit Times 2 - 3 hours
On site parking is available
Book Tickets from £25
- Jul 2026
- Clear
- Open 10:00-18:00; (entry by 17:00)
- Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult
- Historic aircraft, tanks & live airfield
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What's Included in your ticket
General Admission gives you entry to IWM Duxford's main museum site, including the hangars, exhibitions and the American Air Museum. This ticket is for a dated visit and includes a pre-booked arrival time slot.
Child, Adult, Concession, Carer and IWM Member ticket types are available, with under 5s admitted free and all children under 16 required to attend with an adult. Online booking is advised, and there are no booking or handling fees on official online bookings.
Some special events, including air shows and Flying Days, are not included with general admission. Paid extras and special event tickets should be treated separately.
Includes:
Entry to IWM Duxford's general admission museum site- Access to the American Air Museum
- Entry to the main hangars and permanent exhibitions
- Access to family activities at weekends and in school holidays
- Use of the Weston Play Zone
- Free parking on standard visit days
Excludes:
Air shows, Flying Days and other special events require separate tickets- Guidebooks and other optional extras are sold separately
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What's On - Activities and Highlights
IWM Duxford works well for families who want a day out with space, structure and plenty to look at together. You can move between giant hangars, historic displays and open-air areas without feeling rushed.
The museum is built around real aircraft, wartime stories and the original Duxford airfield, so there is a clear sense of place from the moment you arrive. It is not just a quick browse, either, because the site stretches for around a mile.
For younger visitors, there is the Weston Play Zone, free family activities at weekends and in the school holidays, and room to explore between the exhibitions. Older children, teens and adults can spend longer in the major hangars, the American Air Museum and the historic spaces.
If you are planning a family day in the area, this is one to book ahead for. You can find more nearby ideas in Cambridgeshire days out.
IWM Duxford is home to a major collection of historic aircraft, from Spitfires to the B-52 in the American Air Museum. The scale is a big part of the appeal, especially for children seeing these aircraft in person for the first time.
The site is around a mile long, with six large hangars and outdoor space across the historic airfield. That makes it easier to break the day into smaller sections, with time for exhibits, lunch and a play stop.
Families can use the Weston Play Zone, join free activities at weekends and in school holidays, and make use of baby changing, cafés and accessible toilets across the site. A free shuttle vehicle is also available on request to help visitors move around.
Ticket Instructions & Booking Process
- Your booking confirmation and tickets are sent by email after checkout.
- Show your e-ticket on a smartphone or tablet when you arrive, printed tickets are also accepted.
- Booking online in advance is recommended to reduce waiting time at entry.
- Your pre-booked time slot secures entry for your arrival window, helping your visit start more smoothly.
General admission tickets are date-specific and tied to the branch and date purchased. Your arrival time slot is your expected entry window, and late arrivals may still need to queue.
Adult tickets are for ages 16 to 64, child tickets are for ages 5 to 15, and free child entry is for age 4 or under.
Special events, including air shows and Flying Days, are not included in standard general admission. Guidebooks and optional extras are also separate purchases.
Museum cafés and restaurant are cashless, with card payments only. Only trained assistance dogs are permitted on site.
One free carer is available per disabled visitor. Official guidance says disability-related concession tickets require proof of entitlement on arrival, such as DLA, ESA, PIP or Attendance Allowance, and students must show a valid student card for student concession tickets.
Toilets
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Imperial War Museum, Duxford Airfield, Duxford, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 4QR
Get DirectionsBy Car:
IWM Duxford is south of Cambridge at Junction 10 of the M11 motorway, less than 50 miles from Central London and approximately 40 minutes from the M25 (Junction 27).
IWM Duxford is easily accessible from the A1, A14, M1 and the North, via the M11.
By Train:
The nearest train stations to IWM Duxford are:
- Whittlesford Parkway
- Royston
- Cambridge
By Bus:
Monday to Saturday - A2B Bus and Coach Ltd offer their 7a bus, stopping at IWM Duxford and Whittlesford Parkway Station.
Sundays - Myalls coaches offer their 132 bus service from Cambridge Station to IWM Duxford.
Last entry is 15:00
27th October 2024 - 29th March 2025
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
30th March 2025 - 25th October 2025
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
- General admission includes the main museum site and the American Air Museum.
- Under 5s go free, and all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Online booking is advised, and official online bookings do not include booking or handling fees.
- Tickets bought online are non-transferable and non-refundable.
- Free parking is available on standard visit days, but special event days may differ.
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Last Updated: 13:58 13/04/2026