Helicopters
Helicopter charter
A helicopter charter turns a two-hour drive into a 20-minute flight. Helicopters land at helipads, private estates (with permission), resorts and small airports, so you arrive right where you need to be. They are ideal for airport transfers, event arrivals, scenic tours and connecting to a private jet.
Popular charter helicopters
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Bell 407: up to 6 passengers, smooth and reliable, a charter favorite.
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Airbus H130 / H125: up to 6 passengers, large windows, great for sightseeing.
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Leonardo AW109: twin-engine, up to 6 passengers, fast and executive-configured.
Seats, bags and range
Charter helicopters seat up to 6 passengers and cruise at around 130–170 mph. They are best for flights under an hour. Luggage space is limited, so soft bags work best, and larger items can travel separately.
How much does it cost to charter a helicopter?
Helicopter charter typically runs about $8,000 per flight hour. Most trips are well under an hour, and minimums may apply. Get an instant estimate with our quote tool.
Popular helicopter trips
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Orange County or LAX to Palm Springs, Catalina or Santa Barbara
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Airport transfers between LAX, Van Nuys and John Wayne (SNA)
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Event arrivals for Coachella, golf tournaments and races
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New York City to the Hamptons
Helicopter charter FAQs
How far can a charter helicopter fly?
Our quote tool suggests helicopters for trips under about one hour of flight time. For longer trips, a turboprop or light jet is faster and more cost-effective.
Where can a helicopter land?
At airports, heliports and approved private or resort helipads. We handle landing permissions.
Can a helicopter connect to my private jet?
Yes. We can coordinate a helicopter straight to your jet at the FBO.
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