Aircraft class
Helicopter Charter
Point-to-point transfers between airports, city heliports, resorts and events. Ideal for short distances where road traffic is the real obstacle.
- Seats
- 4–8
- Range
- 0.5k nm
- Cruise
- 145 kt
- From / hr
- $3,500
- To / hr
- $7,000
- Models
- 2
Photo: Md Shaifuzzaman Ayon / CC BY-SA 4.0
Best for
- · Airport and city transfers
- · Trips under 150 miles
- · Event and resort access
Trade-offs
- · Short range
- · Weather sensitive
- · Limited baggage
Helicopters available for charter
Inside a helicopter
Shown: 4 seats · nose to the left
What a helicopter can fly
Benchmark routes using the class's typical speed and the longest-range model's planning range (published range less 15% for full cabins and winds).
| Route | Distance | Nonstop? | Est. flight time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys) → Las Vegas | 199 nm | Nonstop | 1h 45m |
| Miami (Opa-locka) → Nassau | 161 nm | Nonstop | 1h 28m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Miami (Opa-locka) | 949 nm | 2 fuel stops | 8h 23m |
| Chicago (Midway) → Aspen | 884 nm | 2 fuel stops | 7h 55m |
| Dallas (Love Field) → Los Cabos | 895 nm | 2 fuel stops | 8h 00m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Los Angeles (Van Nuys) | 2,129 nm | 6 fuel stops | 19h 22m |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys) → Honolulu | 2,217 nm | Out of range | – |
| New York (Teterboro) → London (Luton) | 2,989 nm | 8 fuel stops | 26h 48m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Paris (Le Bourget) | 3,150 nm | 9 fuel stops | 28h 34m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Dubai | 5,941 nm | 17 fuel stops | 53h 38m |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys) → Tokyo (Haneda) | 4,746 nm | 13 fuel stops | 42h 33m |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charter a helicopter?
Helicopters typically charter for $3,500 to $7,000 per flight hour in the US, before the 7.5% federal excise tax, segment fees and any repositioning, overnight or de-icing costs.
How many passengers fit in a helicopter?
Most helicopters are configured for 4 to 8 passengers. Fewer passengers usually means more range and more room for baggage.
How far can a helicopter fly?
Typical nonstop range is 250 to 450 nautical miles, depending on model, passenger load and winds. Use our Range Explorer to see the exact reach from your departure airport.
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Where do you need to be next?
Tell us the trip. A charter advisor will come back with vetted aircraft options and all-in pricing, usually within the hour.