Flying in Portsmouth, UK
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Portsmouth — the nearest is Fleetlands Heliport (EGVF), about 4 miles out. Daylight runs from about 16h 17m of daylight at midsummer down to about 7h 43m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Portsmouth
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Fleetlands Heliport
Solent Airport
Bembridge Airport
Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport
Goodwood Aerodrome
Southampton Airport
Goodwood Racecourse Heliport
Lasham Airfield
Popham Airfield
RAF Odiham
Middle Wallop Airfield
Dunsfold Aerodrome
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 03:51–20:09 | 16h 17m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:04–17:56 | 11h 51m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 08:09–15:51 | 7h 43m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 12.9°C / 55°F | 6.4°C / 44°F | 23 km/h | 36% |
| Summer | 20.8°C / 69°F | 14.1°C / 57°F | 22 km/h | 36% |
| Autumn | 16.1°C / 61°F | 10.8°C / 51°F | 25 km/h | 45% |
| Winter | 8.9°C / 48°F | 4.2°C / 40°F | 27 km/h | 39% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Portsmouth, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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