Private helicopter charters with air charter service
With more than 30 years of experience and unrivalled access to a wide range of aircraft, we are experts at providing rapid UK helicopter charter solutions tailored to your unique requirements.
When to charter a helicopter
Ideally suited to business and leisure travel, heli charters offer flexibility not commonly found with fixed-wing aircraft. Helicopters are intelligently designed and highly adaptable, making them ideal for point-to-point travel and getting you directly to your desired destination. We offer a range of business and leisure helicopters and other specialised charter solutions to meet your needs.
Helicopters can land and depart from remote UK locations, busy city centres like London, and crowded or otherwise difficult-to-reach destinations. Helipads, hotels, private properties and even yachts are all accessible, so whether you’re travelling for a holiday, conference or event, our helicopter charter specialists can get you there quickly and in style.
Looking for a helicopter charter in London or elsewhere in the UK?
ENQUIRE NOWCHARTER A HELICOPTER TO YOUR NEXT EVENT
Hire a charter helicopter to skip the traffic and arrive in style for an event. From the Cheltenham Festival to Glastonbury, we can arrange a helicopter to collect you from a location near you and take you to the heart of the action.
Take a look at estimated helicopter charter costs for some upcoming events and book early to ensure you beat the rush. If you don’t see your event listed, we can still get you there. Simply contact us with your requirements, and we’ll take care of the rest.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Why choose Air Charter Service?
There are many reasons to choose our private helicopter services:
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Experience: We have been organising charters for more than 30 years, with experience in arranging helicopter charters for a range of clients, from businesses and VIPs to emergency services for rescue situations.
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Nationwide coverage: While we have offices on six continents, our London HQ specialises in arranging helicopter charters throughout the UK. So, whether you need to arrange a helicopter flight to London or Cheltenham, our local experts will arrange every aspect of your charter from start to finish.
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Range of aircraft: With access to a wide range of helicopters and operators, we always source the perfect aircraft to suit your requirements.
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Dedicated account manager: Every client is allocated a dedicated helicopter charter expert who is available 24/7 to assist you with any questions, alterations or requirements.
Need a helicopter charter?
Call us on +44 (0)20 8339 8588 or submit an enquiry using the form below.
Helicopter Charter Enquiry Form
Tell us your requirements and one of our charter experts will provide you with a no obligation quote as soon as possible.
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PRIVATE JET CONNECTIONS
Helicopters are ideal for connections with private jet charters. Chartering a helicopter from your arrival airport can ensure you land closer to your final destination, whether that’s a sports stadium or a marina where your yacht charter awaits.
Find out more about chartering a private jet with us.
READ MOREPopular events
Cheltenham Festival
The Cheltenham Festival is one of the biggest events on the UK’s horse-racing calendar. Enhance your travel experience with a helicopter charter to Cheltenham with Air Charter Service.
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Glastonbury
Whether you’re a fan looking to enjoy the world’s biggest music acts or you’re in a band that’s performing, flying private to Glastonbury Festival is a sure way to arrive in style.
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Epsom Derby
The Epsom Derby, Britain’s richest flat horse race, takes place annually at Epsom Downs Racecourse. Charter a helicopter to one of the biggest horse-racing events in the UK.
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How to charter a helicopter?
Get in touch with the team on +44 (0)20 8339 8588 or use the enquiry form above. You will be swiftly connected with an experienced helicopter charter specialist who will organise the charter according to your unique requirements.
How much does a helicopter charter cost?
The cost of a helicopter charter is subject to a variety of factors, such as the size of the helicopter, the length of the flight, and when you’re looking to fly. Contact our helicopter charter team to receive a no-obligation quote.
How many passengers can travel in a helicopter?
The most popular helicopter to charter in the UK is an AW109 twin-engine helicopter, which can accommodate up to six passengers. We can also source an H145 or AW139, which can fly up to nine passengers. If you have more than nine passengers, we’ll arrange for multiple helicopters to fly the same route.
What is the luggage allowance for a helicopter?
This depends on the type of helicopter and the number of passengers flying. As a rule of thumb, we advise one 10kg soft-sided bag per person. This can be increased if, for example, you have a six-passenger helicopter with only one passenger.
What happens if there’s bad weather?
Helicopters are subject to weather, but they aren’t just for sunny days. Their ability to operate in adverse weather depends on several factors, including the severity of the conditions and the type of aircraft. For example, twin-engine helicopters are equipped with advanced navigation systems which can better handle challenging weather situations. Our team will keep you informed of the weather in the days leading up to, and on the day of, your flight and will work with you to rearrange if necessary.
OUR HELICOPTER CHARTER CASE STUDIES
Arranging a helicopter transfer in Japan
A travel agent in Japan asked us to arrange a helicopter transfer from Tokyo to the Fuji Speedway for an automotive incentive group.
Arranging a helicopter for a supercar shoot
A high-net-worth social media personality asked us to coordinate a video shoot, featuring a helicopter flying in the background as the client’s personal collection of Porsche and Lamborghini supercars drove along a private runway.
From Cheltenham to Glastonbury – the ACS Helipad in 2023
From Cheltenham Racecourse in March to Glastonbury in June, the Air Charter Service Helipad had an incredibly busy 2023 event season.
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