Courchevel, Saint-Tropez, hotel rooftops — where the plane cannot go.
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From €1,800/h
From the light twin to the medium lifter, by link.
When a helicopter makes sense
The private helicopter solves the last-mile problem: it drops you where the plane cannot go. On the French Riviera, the Nice–Monaco link takes seven minutes in flight versus nearly an hour on the congested coastal road. In the mountains, the Courchevel altiport only takes small aircraft, and the helicopter becomes the most direct way in from Geneva or Chambéry.
It also excels at the onward transfer: your private jet lands at the airport, and the helicopter takes over to the villa, the yacht or the hotel rooftop. This continuity removes ground transfers and saves precious time on busy days — the Monaco Grand Prix, the Cannes Film Festival, the ski season.
Which aircraft for which link
The choice depends on distance, passenger count and terrain. For a short transfer of two to four passengers — Nice–Monaco, Cannes–Saint-Tropez — a light twin like the AW109 or EC135 is enough and remains the most economical. For a mountain link or a family with luggage, a medium lifter like the AW139 or H145 offers more cabin and capacity.
Rates start around €1,800 an hour for a light aircraft and rise by category. As with the private jet, the price is all-inclusive: pilot, fuel and helipad fees included. Our advisors size the aircraft to your exact link.
Booking a helicopter with your flight
Helicopter charter works best alongside your jet: the simplest approach is to book the helicopter at the same time as your charter: the concierge synchronises both aircraft so the connection is immediate, with no wait on the tarmac. You step off the jet, into the helicopter, and you are at your destination minutes later.
For high-demand events, plan ahead: helipad slots and aircraft book up fast during the Monaco Grand Prix or the Courchevel season. A quote request receives a reply within sixty minutes, helicopter transfer included.
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Questions fréquentes
How much is a Nice–Monaco helicopter flight?
The Nice–Monaco link, emblematic of the French Riviera, takes about seven minutes in flight. On a regular shared flight, the seat commonly runs between €150 and €250 per person. Chartering the whole aircraft privately is priced per rotation, which becomes more attractive as soon as you travel with others or with luggage. The price depends on the aircraft and the timing: during the Monaco Grand Prix, demand surges and you must book well ahead. Compared with the often-congested hour of coastal road, the time saved easily justifies the transfer for most travellers.
Can you chain a private jet and a helicopter?
Yes, and it is one of the great strengths of the formula. The concierge synchronises both aircraft: your private jet lands at the airport, the helicopter waits on the tarmac, and the connection takes a few minutes, without passing back through a terminal. It is especially useful to reach a destination the plane does not serve directly — a villa in the hills, a yacht at anchor, the Courchevel altiport or a hotel rooftop. Simply book the onward transfer at the same time as the jet charter; we coordinate both aircraft’s slots so there is no wait.
Can a helicopter fly in bad weather?
A helicopter is sensitive to weather, particularly fog, strong winds and storms, which can delay or suspend a flight for safety reasons. Certified operators apply strict thresholds and never take off in doubtful conditions. In the mountains, visibility at altiports sometimes means waiting for a clear spell. That is why we always plan a fallback — a ground transfer or a shifted slot — for sensitive links. For an event with critical timing, our advisors watch the weather and tell you in advance if an alternative is preferable.
Where can a helicopter land?
A helicopter lands at any approved helipad and at many private helipads: hotel rooftops, resort helipads such as Courchevel or Mégève, yacht platforms, and private properties with permission. In cities, landing is strictly regulated and uses official helipads — in Monaco, or at Paris-Issy for example. For a private helipad, prior authorisation is required and our teams handle it. State your exact final destination at the quote stage: we check the possible landing points and choose the aircraft suited to the terrain.
How much does it cost to charter a private helicopter?
The price of a private helicopter flight starts around €1,800 an hour for a light twin-engine aircraft and rises by category, capacity and equipment. As with a jet, the rate is all-inclusive: pilot, fuel and helipad fees are included, with no last-minute surcharge. A short link — Nice–Monaco, Geneva–Courchevel — runs to a few thousand euros for the whole aircraft, shared across all passengers. The cost depends mainly on flight time and any repositioning of the aircraft; our advisors size the helicopter to your exact link and return a firm quote within sixty minutes.
How does the private jet to helicopter transfer work?
The onward transfer synchronises both aircraft so you never pass through a terminal. Your <a href="/en/private-jet/charter">private jet</a> lands at the business airport, the helicopter waits on the tarmac, and the connection takes a few minutes to a villa, a yacht at anchor, a hotel rooftop or an altiport the plane cannot serve directly. Book the helicopter transfer at the same time as the jet charter: the concierge coordinates both aircraft’s slots so there is no wait, and the last mile becomes as seamless as the flight itself.
Is a private helicopter relevant for the Alps?
Yes, it is one of its most effective uses. In ski season, a helicopter often takes over from Nice, Geneva or Chambéry to the resorts and altiports — Courchevel, Mégève, Val-d'Isère — that congested roads make slow to reach by car. The link is measured in minutes rather than hours, and the aircraft lands at approved resort helipads. It is also the answer when the nearest airport is still some distance from the final destination. Our advisors check the landing points and permissions, and coordinate the connection with your private jet when needed. For the busiest dates, booking the helicopter at the same time as your jet charter guarantees the slot and removes any wait on the tarmac.
