London Oxford Airport

EGTK / OXF

Kidlington, Oxfordshire, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 20:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGTK 142020Z 32007KT 9999 SCT052CB 06/04 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 270 ft
SCT 5,200 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,470 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

London Oxford Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 7 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,200 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 4 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGTK 141704Z 1418/1422 34008KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 1418/1422 6000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1418/1421 VRB15G25KT 2500 +TSRAGS BKN014 BKN025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GTK
01
19
03
21
09
27
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,006 ft 98 ft ASP 11°
4.4 kt 5.4 kt
51° angle
03/21 2,887 ft 154 ft GRS 22°
3.3 kt 6.2 kt
62° angle
09/27 2,887 ft 148 ft GRS 85°
4.0 kt 5.7 kt
125° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
2,493 ft 92 ft ASP 111°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGTK

7,801 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
5.6%

London Oxford Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.8%
NE
11.4%
E
10.8%
SE
10.7%
S
23.4%
SW
19.1%
W
8.4%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.3°C
Range: -6°C to 25°C
-6°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,801 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

London Oxford Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGTK
IATA Code: OXF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 270 ft MSL

Location

City: Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.836899°
Longitude: -1.320000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,006 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 03/21
Length: 2,887 ft
Width: 154 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 2,887 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 2,493 ft
Width: 92 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About London Oxford Airport

Overview

London Oxford Airport serves as a strategic medium-sized airport located in Kidlington, Oxfordshire. Situated at 270 feet mean sea level with coordinates 51.836899, -1.320000, the airport provides crucial general aviation infrastructure for the greater London region. Its four runways offer diverse operational capabilities for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 61.3% of METAR reports showing favorable flying weather. The airport experiences moderate winds, typically from the south at an average of 10.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 29 knots. Temperature variation is substantial, ranging from -6°C to 25°C, with September, October, and November presenting the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four distinct runways with varying surfaces: two asphalt (01/19 and 11/29) and two grass (03/21 and 09/27). Runway lengths range from 2,493 to 5,006 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft categories. Wind data suggests excellent runway utilization, with all runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment and modest average crosswind speeds between 5.3 and 7.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly southern wind patterns when planning approaches. The airport's diverse runway configuration allows for adaptable landing strategies, with minimal wind-related restrictions. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with rare instances of reduced visibility (fog present in only 2.9% of observations) and essentially no sub-3SM visibility events.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.