Helicopter models to charter in the US
Door-to-door hops, pilgrimages, events and city transfers.
- Models on charter
- 44
- Aircraft
- 2,863
- Operators
- 430
- Per hour
- $1.5k to $4.5k
Tell us the dates and passengers. A specialist replies with aircraft options and an all-in price, around the clock.
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
- $1.5k to $4.5k
- On charter in the US
- 2,863 aircraft, 44 models
Every helicopter on charter in the US
44 models, most chartered first. The bar under each shows its range against the longest-legged helicopter here; figures are the manufacturers' published specifications.
563 on charterBell 407
384 on charterAirbus H125 / AS350 Ecureuil
327 on charterAirbus H135 / EC135
260 on charterAirbus H130 / EC130
228 on charterBell 206L LongRanger
200 on charterRobinson R44
185 on charterAirbus H145 / EC145
96 on charterBell 206 JetRanger
68 on charterMD 500 / 530 (Hughes 369)
66 on charterSikorsky S-76
55 on charterRobinson R66
49 on charterLeonardo AW109 (A109 Power / Grand / GrandNew)
45 on charterBell 204 / 205 / 210 (Huey)
Full specifications on the model page
44 on charterBell 429
42 on charterLeonardo AW139
32 on charterLeonardo AW119 Koala
28 on charterBell 212
27 on charterSikorsky S-92
19 on charterAirbus H225 / EC225 Super Puma
17 on charterLeonardo AW169
15 on charterMBB / Kawasaki BK117
14 on charterSikorsky S-61
Full specifications on the model page
13 on charterBell 412
9 on charterAirbus AS355 Twin Squirrel
9 on charterBell 505 Jet Ranger X
7 on charterAirbus H155 / EC155
7 on charterBoeing Vertol 107
Full specifications on the model page
6 on charterMD 902 Explorer
6 on charterBell 430
Full specifications on the model page
5 on charterMD 600N
5 on charterBoeing 234 Chinook
Full specifications on the model page
5 on charterAirbus AS332 Super Puma
4 on charterAirbus H160
4 on charterRobinson R22
4 on charterSikorsky S-58T
Full specifications on the model page
4 on charterLeonardo AW189
Full specifications on the model page
2 on charterMBB Bo 105
2 on charterBell 222 / 230
Full specifications on the model page
2 on charterAirbus EC120 Colibri
1 on charterAirbus AS365 Dauphin
Full specifications on the model page
1 on charterBell 214
Full specifications on the model page
1 on charterSchweizer 300
1 on charterEnstrom 280FX
1 on charterEnstrom 480
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 US
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 $1.5k to $4.5k an hour.
- Los Angeles to San Francisco279 nm2h 29m$4k to $11k
- Dallas to Houston210 nm1h 56m$3k to $9k
- Los Angeles to Las Vegas196 nm1h 50m$3k to $8k
- Las Vegas to Los Angeles196 nm1h 50m$3k to $8k
- Miami to Nassau161 nm1h 34m$2k to $7k
- New York to Boston158 nm1h 32m$2k to $7k
One way, flight time only: the quote adds positioning, airport charges and federal excise tax. 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
- Federal excise tax
Helicopters operators in the US
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 US?+
About $1.5k to $4.5k per flight hour, before federal excise tax, positioning and airport charges.
How many helicopters are available to charter in the US?+
2,863 aircraft across 44 models with 430 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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Every model of this size on charter, grouped by passenger seats.
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Manufacturers with aircraft on charter in the US, most first.
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