How to Charter a Private Helicopter in London

Why Charter a Helicopter in London?

London's traffic is legendary, and not in a good way. A journey from Mayfair to Heathrow can take over an hour by car, while a helicopter covers the same distance in under 10 minutes. For time, critical travel, there's simply no faster option.

Beyond airport transfers, helicopter charter opens up possibilities that road and rail simply can't match.

Common Use Cases

Airport Transfers

The most popular helicopter charter request. Fly from central London (Battersea Heliport) to any major airport, Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, or Farnborough, in minutes, then connect to your private jet.

Direct City, to, City Travel

Helicopters can fly point, to, point between locations that would take hours by road: London to Brighton in 20 minutes, London to Oxford in 25 minutes, or even London to Paris (with a refuelling stop).

Events and Race Days

Ascot, Goodwood, Silverstone, Glyndebourne, arrive in style and skip the traffic. Many events have dedicated helipads or temporary landing sites.

Scenic and Leisure Flights

See London from above on a bespoke sightseeing flight, or head to the coast for a weekend away.

London's Heliports and Landing Sites

Battersea Heliport

The only CAA, licensed heliport in central London, located on the south bank of the Thames. This is the primary departure and arrival point for most London helicopter charters.

Private Landing Sites

With landowner permission, helicopters can land at private estates, hotels, and corporate sites. Our team can advise on suitable landing locations and obtain the necessary permissions.

Airport Heliports

Most major airports have helipad facilities for seamless helicopter, to, jet transfers.

Choosing the Right Aircraft

Single, Engine Helicopters (e.g., Airbus H125)

Ideal for 4, 5 passengers on short hops. Cost, effective and versatile, though limited in poor weather conditions.

Twin, Engine Helicopters (e.g., Airbus H145, Leonardo AW109)

The most popular category for London charter. Seating 6, 8 passengers, twin, engine aircraft offer enhanced safety, weather capability, and the ability to fly over densely populated areas.

VIP Helicopters (e.g., Leonardo AW139)

For those seeking the ultimate in helicopter luxury. The AW139 seats up to 12 passengers in a spacious, configurable cabin, ideal for corporate groups or larger parties.

Pricing

Helicopter charter in London typically starts from:

• —Single, engine: £1,500, £2,500 per hour
• —Twin, engine: £2,500, £4,500 per hour
• —VIP (AW139): £4,500, £7,000 per hour

Prices vary based on aircraft availability, landing fees, and positioning. Quotes are always itemised and transparent.

The Booking Process

1. —Tell us your requirements, passenger numbers, departure point, destination, and date
2. —We source the right aircraft, from our network of CAA, licensed operators
3. —Confirm landing permissions, we handle all the paperwork
4. —Receive your tailored quote, typically within the hour
5. —Fly, arrive at the heliport 10 minutes before departure

Safety and Regulation

All helicopters we charter are operated by CAA, licensed operators with fully qualified commercial pilots. Safety is never compromised, if weather conditions are unsuitable, we'll advise accordingly and arrange alternative transport.

Ready to Take Off?

Whether it's an airport transfer, a race day arrival, or a scenic adventure, our team will source the perfect helicopter for your needs.

Request a helicopter quote, and see London from a whole new perspective.