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Greece · Aegean & Ionian

Helicopter Charter Cost in Greece

Helicopter charter in Greece is priced by aircraft category, sector time between islands, positioning legs and landing permits. Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Antiparos, Crete and Corfu are the busiest hubs, with July–September carrying peak demand across the Cyclades.

Indicative ranges only. SkyMatch Group is an independent coordination platform, not an aircraft operator. Quotes, availability, operational compliance and documentation are confirmed by the licensed third-party operator.

Indicative hourly rates in Greece

Peak season (Jun–Sep) and same-day Cycladic transfers push rates to the top of the range; shoulder season and pre-booked round trips typically settle in the mid range.

Light single / light utility
€1,600 – €2,200/ flight hour
R44, A119 class
Light twin
€2,600 – €3,400/ flight hour
EC135, AS355
Medium twin
€4,000 – €5,200/ flight hour
AW109, H145
Heavy twin
€6,500 – €8,500/ flight hour
AW139, S-76
VIP heavy
€8,500 – €11,000/ flight hour
AW189, S-92 VIP

Sample routes and sector estimates

RouteAircraftFlight timeIndicative estimate
Athens (LGAT)Mykonos
Light twin (EC135)~55 minPriced per mission
Athens (LGAT)Santorini
Medium twin (AW109)~70 minPriced per mission
MykonosParos / Antiparos
Light twin~15 minPriced per mission
AthensCrete (Chania)
Heavy twin (AW139)~95 minPriced per mission

What moves the price in Greece

Peak Cycladic demand between mid-June and mid-September
Yacht-to-shore transfers with tight slot windows
Sunset/night operations at private helipads
Ferry-strike surge periods

How to estimate your mission cost

Uses the free Charter Budget & Cost Planner

  1. 1

    Confirm route and passenger count

    Open the planner, pick your origin (usually Athens LGAT or a yacht helipad) and each island stop. Passenger and luggage load decides whether a light twin is enough or a medium/heavy twin is required.

  2. 2

    Pick the right aircraft class

    Short Cycladic hops fit a light twin. Athens–Santorini and yacht groups of 6+ usually need a medium twin. Corporate groups of 8–10 with luggage typically move to a heavy twin.

  3. 3

    Add landing and handling fees

    Private helipads on Mykonos, Paros and yacht platforms carry landing and handling charges. The planner has a dedicated line so nothing is missed.

  4. 4

    Send to SkyMatch for operator quotes

    Submit the mission and receive comparable quotes from independent Greek-licensed operators. Availability, operational compliance and documentation are confirmed by the operator, not by SkyMatch.

Frequently asked questions — Greece

How much is Athens to Mykonos by helicopter?

Typical light-twin pricing is in season; medium twins with more baggage capacity run.

Can I land directly on a yacht in Greece?

Only on certified yacht helidecks. Otherwise the closest permitted helipad is used and a tender or car transfer is arranged. The planner accounts for handling both sides.

Are empty-leg discounts available in Greece?

Yes, primarily on Athens ↔ Mykonos / Santorini repositioning legs. Availability is subject to operator schedules and cannot be guaranteed.

Ready for operator quotes?

Use the planner to lock your inputs, then submit an RFQ. SkyMatch returns comparable quotes from independent Greece-approved operators.

SkyMatch Group is an independent marketplace and does not operate aircraft.