✓ Trade show: Farnborough Airshow 2026, the world’s largest trade show for civil aviation, military aviation and aerospace defence
✓ Dates: from Monday 20 to Friday 24 July 2026
✓ Venue: Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, ETPS Road, Farnborough GU14 6FD (United Kingdom)
✓ Edition: 54th edition (Farnborough Airshow has been running since 1948)
✓ Floor area: 160,000 sqm of exhibition space
✓ Exhibitors: 1,500 exhibitors expected from more than 90 countries
✓ Visitors: 80,000 professionals expected
✓ Frequency: every 2 years (even years)
✓ Recommended stand builder: TheStandExperts for a turnkey custom exhibition stand
Farnborough Airshow, the world’s largest aerospace trade show 🌍
Farnborough International Airshow is, together with the Paris Air Show (Le Bourget), one of the two largest aerospace trade shows in the world. Founded in 1948, this biennial trade show alternates with Le Bourget (odd years). Every two years in July, it turns Farnborough aerodrome into the world capital of aerospace, bringing together commercial aviation, air defence, space, drones and new air mobility (eVTOL).
The 2024 edition gathered 1,500 exhibitors from 90 countries and 80,000 trade visitors, and generated more than $100 billion in orders (Airbus, Boeing, engine manufacturers). For 2026, Farnborough is aiming even higher, with a focus on decarbonised aviation (SAF, hydrogen), urban eVTOLs, space and defence drones. A favourable context for designing an eco-friendly stand in line with the sector’s decarbonisation ambitions.
A few key figures that sum up the strength of Farnborough Airshow:
- 1,500 exhibitors from 90+ countries
- 80,000 professionals including 4,500 VIP delegations
- $100+ billion in orders announced per edition
- Daily flying displays
- Indoor halls + premium chalets + tarmac for the aircraft
Past editions of Farnborough Airshow in figures:
Farnborough only takes place in even years, alternating with the Paris Air Show: miss the 2026 edition and you will have to wait until 2028 for an equivalent global showcase in the United Kingdom. Every edition generates record order volumes, making it the aerospace event with the highest commercial stakes.
When and where Farnborough Airshow 2026 takes place 📅
The 2026 edition of the Farnborough International Airshow will take place from Monday 20 to Friday 24 July 2026 at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, 50 km south-west of London. The site combines indoor halls, premium chalets and tarmac to host aircraft and flying displays. On such a vast site, carefully choosing the location of your stand directly determines your visibility.
Full address: Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, ETPS Road, Farnborough GU14 6FD (United Kingdom).
Opening hours of Farnborough Airshow 2026:
How to get to Farnborough Airshow 2026 🚇
Farnborough enjoys a strategic location south-west of London, 50 km from the capital and 25 km from Heathrow.
By plane: London Heathrow (LHR) is 30 km away, 30-45 min by taxi. Farnborough Airport (FAB) is 2 km away for private jets.
By train: from London Waterloo, take a South Western Railway train to Farnborough Main (35 min), then the dedicated shuttle.
By Airshow shuttle: free shuttles from Farnborough Main station and partner hotels.
By coach: dedicated services from London during the show.
By car: M3 junction 4a or A331. On-site parking (booking recommended).
By helicopter: on-site heliport for VIPs.
The major exhibitors at Farnborough Airshow 🏢
Farnborough Airshow gathers the global elite of aerospace: civil and military aircraft manufacturers, engine makers, major equipment suppliers, government authorities, aerospace funds and new space/eVTOL entrants. Many defence players also meet at the Eurosatory trade show in Paris, the global benchmark for land defence.
Among the major recurring exhibitors at Farnborough Airshow, you will find in particular:
- Airbus (Europe) · monumental stand, A320/A350 order announcements
- Boeing (USA) · 737/787/777X
- Embraer (Brazil) · E2 regional jets
- Comac (China) · C919, C929
- Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines, CFM · engine manufacturers
- Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems · defence
- Dassault Aviation · Rafale, Falcon
- Thales, Safran, Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, GKN · equipment suppliers
- Bombardier, Gulfstream, Dassault Falcon · business jets
- Leonardo, Airbus Helicopters, Bell, Sikorsky · helicopters
- SpaceX, Blue Origin, ESA, JAXA, ISRO · space
- Joby Aviation, Vertical Aerospace, Lilium, EHang · eVTOL
- RTX, L3Harris, Saab
The layout in themed halls (Commercial, Defence, Space, Engines, Innovation) makes navigation easier for airlines and military delegations.
The main sectors of Farnborough Airshow 2026:
Why exhibit at Farnborough Airshow in 2026 💡
Exhibiting at Farnborough Airshow means gaining access to the biggest aerospace orders in the world. $100+ billion in contracts are signed per edition. The 4,500 VIPs include airline CEOs, defence ministers, chiefs of staff and fleet managers.
There are plenty of good reasons to book a stand at Farnborough Airshow 2026:
- Meet 85,000 aerospace decision-makers from 95+ countries in 5 days
- Sign aerospace contracts worth several billion USD
- Daily flying displays unique in the world
- Launch your innovations in SAF, hydrogen, eVTOL and space
- Identify your partners among airlines and defence players
- Leadership positioning in the global aerospace market
- Network with fleet managers and chiefs of staff
Farnborough is the trade show with the highest commercial ROI in the global aerospace sector. Facing the monumental pavilions of Airbus and Boeing (5,000+ sqm plus chalets), your presence must be embodied and technically credible. A custom exhibition stand remains the best way to stand out against these giants.
Entrust your Farnborough Airshow 2026 stand to TheStandExperts
Designing a stand for Farnborough Airshow means taking on a triple challenge: standing out against the Airbus/Boeing pavilions, creating a premium chalet to host VIPs and orchestrating international logistics to the UK. Our team travels to the United Kingdom and supports you from the first sketch to the final teardown. To host your VIP delegations, a double-decker stand offers a private reception area without increasing your floor footprint.
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We design stands that do more than simply look good: they are built to generate business:
- Optimised product demonstration areas
- Confidential meeting spaces for your strategic appointments
- Product staging that showcases your innovations
- Signage readable from a distance to attract visitors
Whether you are exhibiting at Farnborough Airshow for the first time or are a regular at the event, we tailor our proposal to your budget, your reserved floor space and your brand positioning. We also help you choose between the different types of exhibition stands according to your objectives.
Launch your stand project at least 8 to 10 months before Farnborough Airshow 2026 opens. The best locations and build-up slots go early, and designing ahead of time leaves room to fine-tune both the scenography and the logistics to the United Kingdom.
Request a free quoteFAQ · Farnborough Airshow 2026 ❓
When does Farnborough Airshow 2026 take place?
Farnborough International Airshow 2026 runs from Monday 20 to Friday 24 July 2026.
Where is Farnborough Airshow 2026 held?
At the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, ETPS Road, Farnborough GU14 6FD, 50 km south-west of London.
How many exhibitors at Farnborough Airshow 2026?
More than 1,500 exhibitors expected, from 90+ countries, across 160,000 sqm.
How many visitors at Farnborough Airshow?
80,000 to 85,000 professionals expected, including 4,500 VIP delegations (airline CEOs, defence ministers, chiefs of staff).
How often does Farnborough Airshow take place?
Farnborough is biennial (even years), since 1948. It alternates with the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget (odd years).
How do I get to Farnborough Airshow?
From London Waterloo: South Western Railway train to Farnborough Main (35 min), then the dedicated shuttle. From Heathrow: 30-45 min by taxi.
Who can visit Farnborough Airshow?
A strictly trade-only show. No public day in 2026 (the Public Weekend was discontinued in 2018).
How much does a stand cost at Farnborough Airshow 2026?
Farnborough rates: around £500 to £900 excl. VAT per sqm in the halls. Premium chalets from £50,000. Plus £1,000 to £4,500 excl. VAT per sqm for design and production. For a breakdown of the cost items, see our guide on the price of a trade show stand.
Why use an exhibition stand builder for Farnborough?
An exhibition stand builder experienced in the UK masters the strict Farnborough regulations and the logistics to the United Kingdom (Brexit, customs, ATA Carnet), and designs a premium chalet that holds its own against the Airbus/Boeing pavilions. They also optimise your stand fit-out to turn visits into qualified meetings.
Who are the major exhibitors at Farnborough Airshow?
Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Comac, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, GE Aerospace, Safran, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, Dassault Aviation, Thales, Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, along with the eVTOL pure players (Joby, Vertical, Lilium).
