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Helicopter Island Transfers
Skip the ferry. Island-hop the Aegean, Adriatic and Balearics in minutes.
Island transfers are SkyMatch’s most-flown service in season. Athens → Mykonos in 30 minutes; Mykonos → Santorini in 20; Operators on every major Mediterranean island.
Who it's for
Yacht charterers, villa guests and event clients moving between islands in peak summer.
Typical missions
- Athens → Mykonos → Santorini → Spetses
- Ibiza → Mallorca → Formentera
- Capri → Ischia → Procida
What to brief us on
- Date, time and rough departure point
- Number of passengers and bags
- Preferred aircraft tier (entry / executive / VIP)
- Any special requirements: pets, catering, photography
Preferred helicopters for helicopter island transfer
Airbus H130
Single-engine7 pax · 128 kts · 327 nm
The H130 wraps the H125 powertrain in a wider, quieter cabin with panoramic windows — the dominant aircraft for premium scenic tours and short luxury transfers across the Mediterranean and Gulf.
Airbus H145
Light twin10 pax · 130 kts · 351 nm
The H145 is the European workhorse for VIP twin-engine charter: IFR-equipped, quiet fenestron tail rotor, and a near-stand-up cabin. The default choice for hop-flights into city helipads and offshore platforms.
Leonardo AW109 GrandNew
Light twin6 pax · 153 kts · 450 nm
The AW109 GrandNew is a fast light twin with retractable gear and executive interiors. Leonardo publishes up to 6 passengers, a 153 kt maximum cruise and a 450 nm maximum range with auxiliary fuel tanks and no reserve; real legs are shorter and the operator confirms each one.
Not sure which type fits? Use the helicopter guide to compare categories by passengers, luggage and distance — the operator confirms the final aircraft.
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Frequently asked
Are there helipads on every Greek island?
All major Cycladic islands (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos, Spetses, Hydra) have authorised helipads. Villas can request a temporary landing site with 48–72h notice and operator coordination.
Can I bring my dog on an island transfer?
Yes — most operators welcome pets in the cabin. A pet carrier or restraint is required for take-off and landing.
What if the weather closes in?
Operators carry weather minima. If a flight is grounded, you receive a full refund or rebooking on the next available slot — never a fee or partial charge.
Related services
VIP Helicopter Charter
Discreet point-to-point flights, arranged around the principal's day.
Helicopter Airport Transfer
Bypass terminal queues — wheels-up direct to your villa, hotel or yacht.
Private Helicopter Tours
A different view of your journey — planned around your group.
Business Helicopter Travel
Same-day, multi-city corporate lift on contract or ad-hoc.
Plan the flight before you request it
Cost, time and landing checks that make a request quotable faster. Every figure is a planning estimate; the selected operator confirms the flight.
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