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Fly to and from Flemington — skip the traffic, arrive in style
Arrive at Flemington by Helicopter
The Spring Racing Carnival is Melbourne at its most glamorous — and its most gridlocked. Skip the traffic, the carparks and the queues with a helicopter transfer to and from Flemington. Whether it's a couple flying in for Melbourne Cup, a corporate group for Derby Day, or your whole party across multiple race days, we coordinate every detail so you arrive refreshed, on time and in style.
Race Days at Flemington
Four iconic days. One unforgettable way to arrive.
Victoria Derby Day
Saturday, late October
The classic opener of the carnival. Arrive at Flemington in style for the Group 1 Derby and a day of elite racing, fashion and hospitality.
Melbourne Cup Day
First Tuesday of November
The race that stops a nation. Skip the traffic and the crowds — fly direct to Flemington for Australia's most famous race and a marquee lunch.
Crown Oaks Day
Thursday
Ladies' Day elegance. A relaxed, stylish arrival by helicopter for a day of fine dining, fashions on the field and world-class racing.
Stakes Day
Saturday
Family-friendly finale of the carnival. Bring the whole group and close out the Spring Racing Carnival with a memorable flight in and out of Flemington.
Choose Your Departure Base
Race day transfers to Flemington from Essendon, Moorabbin or Geelong. One-way or return flights available, flown on the Airbus H125 or H130.
Essendon
Closest to FlemingtonOur Essendon base is the closest departure point to Flemington — ideal for Melbourne-based guests.
Price Per Person
1–6 guests* Prices are per person based on group size. Airbus H125 or Airbus H130 only.
Moorabbin
Bayside departureDepart from our Moorabbin heliport on the eastern shore of Port Phillip — a scenic run up the bay and into Flemington.
Price Per Person
1–6 guests* Prices are per person based on group size. Airbus H125 or Airbus H130 only.
Geelong
From the westFly up from Geelong for the day, with sweeping views across the bay and the city on the way to Flemington.
Price Per Person
1–6 guests* Prices are per person based on group size. Airbus H125 or Airbus H130 only.
Spring Racing Packages
For larger groups and the complete carnival experience.
Group Race Day Transfer
Move your whole party to and from Flemington together. Multiple helicopters coordinated so your group of friends, clients or family all arrive at the same time, ready for the day.
- Multiple helicopters coordinated
- Bridal party, corporate or friend groups
- Timed arrival and departure
- Dedicated ground coordination
- Group photography of arrival
- Full guest shuttle to Flemington
Full Carnival Package
The complete Spring Racing experience. Return transfers across multiple race days, dedicated coordination, and premium service throughout the carnival. Built around your schedule and your marquee bookings.
- Return transfers across multiple race days
- Dedicated carnival coordinator
- Premium champagne service
- Flexible timing per race day
- Photography package
- Priority scheduling
Flemington Racecourse photography by Fozzybronze, Chris Phutully and Jupiter Firelyte via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0 / CC BY-SA 4.0).
Planning Your Carnival?
Marquee bookings, corporate hospitality, multi-day schedules — our events team will build a bespoke transfer package around your race day plans.
Spring Racing Carnival Helicopter FAQs
Everything you need to know about flying to and from Flemington for the carnival.