Helicopter models to charter in the UK
Door-to-door hops, pilgrimages, events and city transfers.
- Models on charter
- 22
- Aircraft
- 131
- Operators
- 33
- Per hour
- £1.2k to £3.5k
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What is a helicopter?
A charter helicopter carries 3 to 6 passengers on most trips and flies point to point from helipads, hotels, estates and event sites, so it saves the drive to and from an airport. Light single-engine models such as the Airbus H125 and Robinson R44 fly sightseeing and short transfers; twin-engine models such as the Airbus H145 and Leonardo AW109 and AW139 fly city, offshore and VIP trips.
Helicopters fly lower and slower than planes, so they suit trips under about two hours. Weather, daylight and landing permission count for more than on a jet trip, and we confirm each landing site with the operator.
- Seats
- 3 to 6
- Non-stop range
- 250 to 350 nm
- Per flight hour
- £1.2k to £3.5k
- On charter in the UK
- 131 aircraft, 22 models
Every helicopter on charter in the UK
22 models, most chartered first. The bar under each shows its range against the longest-legged helicopter here; figures are the manufacturers' published specifications.
28 on charterLeonardo AW109 (A109 Power / Grand / GrandNew)
19 on charterRobinson R44
13 on charterBell 206 JetRanger
13 on charterAirbus AS355 Twin Squirrel
8 on charterLeonardo AW139
7 on charterAirbus H125 / AS350 Ecureuil
5 on charterAirbus H145 / EC145
5 on charterLeonardo AW169
4 on charterBell 206L LongRanger
4 on charterSikorsky S-76
3 on charterAirbus AS365 Dauphin
Full specifications on the model page
3 on charterAirbus H130 / EC130
3 on charterAirbus H135 / EC135
3 on charterRobinson R66
3 on charterLeonardo AW119 Koala
2 on charterAirbus H155 / EC155
2 on charterRobinson R22
2 on charterAirbus EC120 Colibri
1 on charterBell 429
1 on charterSikorsky S-92
1 on charterMBB / Kawasaki BK117
1 on charterBell 505 Jet Ranger X
What it is like inside a helicopter
- Twin engineDepends on the aircraftAsked for over cities and water by many operators and rules
- BaggageDepends on the aircraftSoft bags only on light models
- Air conditioningDepends on the aircraftOn most twins, some singles
- LavatoryNot usuallyNot on most charter helicopters
Every cabin is fitted out by its owner, so we confirm seats, beds and Wi-Fi for the actual aircraft on your quote.
Where a helicopter takes you non-stop from the UK
Popular routes within the range of most helicopter models on charter here. Flight time is at long-range cruise; the price is flight time at £1.2k to £3.5k an hour.
- London to Edinburgh295 nm2h 34m£3k to £9k
- London to Belfast283 nm2h 28m£3k to £9k
- London to Newcastle228 nm2h 03m£2k to £7k
- London to Isle of Man219 nm1h 59m£2k to £7k
- London to Amsterdam215 nm1h 57m£2k to £7k
- London to Paris186 nm1h 44m£2k to £6k
- London to Manchester136 nm1h 21m£2k to £5k
- London to Jersey136 nm1h 21m£2k to £5k
One way, flight time only: the quote adds positioning, airport charges and Air Passenger Duty and any VAT. Headwinds or a full cabin can add a fuel stop on the longest routes.
Is a helicopter right for your trip?
1 to 3 people, sightseeing and short hops: a light single-engine helicopter.
City, VIP or over-water flights: a twin-engine helicopter.
More than 6 people or more than about 2 hours: a turboprop or jet can cost less.
per flight hour for the whole aircraft
- Flight time, at the hourly rate above
- Positioning, when the aircraft is based elsewhere
- Crew overnights, on trips of more than a day
- Airport, parking and handling charges
- Air Passenger Duty and any VAT
Helicopters operators in the UK
Compare helicopters side by side
Range, speed, cabin, seats and price from checked sources.
Questions, answered
Still deciding? A charter specialist will talk you through aircraft, airports and price, with no obligation.
Ask a specialistHow much does it cost to charter a helicopter in the UK?+
About £1.2k to £3.5k per flight hour, before Air Passenger Duty and any VAT, positioning and airport charges.
How many helicopters are available to charter in the UK?+
131 aircraft across 22 models with 33 operators.
How many people fit in a helicopter?+
Typically 3 to 6.
How far can a helicopter fly?+
250 to 350 nm non-stop, depending on passengers and winds.
Single or twin engine: which helicopter do I need?+
A single costs less and suits sightseeing and short hops. A twin adds a second engine, more room and, in many places, the right to fly over cities or water. Operators and local rules decide; we say which on the quote.
Can a helicopter land anywhere?+
No. It needs a licensed helipad or a site the operator has cleared with the owner and the authorities. We check the landing site before we confirm.
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Manufacturers with aircraft on charter in the UK, most first.
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