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RAF Benson (BEX)
RAF Benson is a Royal Air Force station in Oxfordshire that primarily supports military helicopter operations and a limited number of pre-arranged civilian flights. Located about 14 miles (23 km) south-east of Oxford, it provides access to the Thames Valley, Henley-on-Thames and the Cotswolds.
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About RAF Benson
RAF Benson is a Royal Air Force station located near the village of Benson in Oxfordshire, around 14 miles (23 km) south-east of central Oxford. Opened in 1939, the airfield has developed from its wartime role into a modern military helicopter support station.
Today the station is best known as the home of the RAF's Puma helicopter force and supporting Joint Helicopter Command units, with a single asphalt and concrete runway used for military movements and a limited number of pre-arranged civilian flights. Passenger access is restricted to authorised personnel and private or charter movements coordinated in advance.
The airfield lies close to the A4074, providing road access to Oxford, Wallingford, Reading and the wider Thames Valley, while Henley-on-Thames and the Cotswolds are within convenient driving distance.
Because RAF Benson is an operational military base rather than a commercial airport, it does not offer scheduled airline services or public terminal facilities. Private and charter passengers are supported through advance coordination, with hotels, dining and onward travel services available in the surrounding towns.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
RAF Benson does not have commercial passenger terminals. It is an operational Royal Air Force station used mainly for military helicopter operations, with civilian access for private and charter flights subject to prior permission and coordination with station operations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from RAF Benson
Transfers
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Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel from the RAF Benson area to Oxford, the Cotswolds and other destinations across Oxfordshire and the Thames Valley.
Bus & Group Transfers
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