Why choose Charter-A Ltd for your private flight?
Private jet, helicopter and air taxi charter in one place
Whatever the journey, one team arranges the aircraft, the crew and the details, 24 hours a day. Choose how you want to fly.
Private jet charter
Fly in style, comfort and privacy to any destination around the world, from a quick London to Paris to a long-haul charter.
- Light, midsize and heavy jets
- Fully inclusive pricing
- Pets fly in the cabin with you
Helicopter charter
Reach a remote location, attend a special event or skip the traffic. Experienced pilots and twin-engine helicopters, from central London and across the UK.
- Transfers, events and business days
- Landing at hotels, estates and heliports
- Race days, Royal Ascot and Goodwood
Air taxi charter
The fast, flexible way to make short hops for small groups, using regional airfields close to where you are going.
- Short-hop and regional routes
- Turboprops and light jets
- Ideal for small groups and tight schedules
Our desk is open 24 hours a day. If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
In short: Charter-A arranges private jet, helicopter and air taxi charter from London and across the UK, with flights on to Europe and the rest of the world. You send the route, the date and the number of passengers, and a charter specialist replies with one fully inclusive price, 24 hours a day. Pets fly in the cabin with you. If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
Get a no-obligation flight quote or call the 24-hour desk on +44 (0)20 7781 8094.
Private jet, helicopter or air taxi: which suits your trip
Most people start with one question: which aircraft fits the journey? The table gives the short answer, and the sections below go into each one. Our guide to private jet, helicopter or air taxi compared covers the choice in more depth.
| Aircraft | Best for | Seats (examples) | Flies from | Price guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private jet | Longer routes, larger parties, Europe and beyond | Citation Mustang (4) up to heavy jets | Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Luton, Stansted, Heathrow and more | Quoted per flight |
| Air taxi | Short hops for small groups, regional routes | 4 to 24 seats; DA62 (4), King Air 200 (6 to 8) | Regional airfields such as Redhill, Fairoaks and Shoreham | From £2,950 for the whole aircraft |
| Helicopter | Transfers, events, flights that start where you are | AS355 (up to 5), A109 Grand (up to 6), H145 (up to 8) | Battersea Heliport, private sites, small airfields | Quoted per flight |
Every price is for the whole aircraft, not per seat. If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
Private jet charter from London and across the UK
Private jet charter from London and across the UK is the core of what we do. Tell us where and when you want to fly and we send a choice of aircraft sized to your party and luggage, from the Citation Mustang very light jet to heavy jets such as the Gulfstream 650 ER, each with one fully inclusive price.
Our light, midsize and heavy jet fleet guide shows what each category offers on cabin size, range and luggage space. Pictures show typical aircraft of each type, and you fly in that aircraft or a similar one, confirmed in your quote.
For a flight out of the capital, see private jet hire in London, or browse private jet destinations from Paris, Nice and Geneva to Palma, Dubai and Milan.
Helicopter charter from central London and beyond
A helicopter starts where you are and lands close to where you are going. Helicopter charter across the UK covers airport transfers, business days, race days, restaurants and country houses. We arrange the helicopter, the pilot and the place to land, from heliports such as Battersea to private estates and small airfields.
The saving is real on short transfers. It can take up to an hour and a half to travel by car from Luton to London, while a helicopter flight to London Heliport typically takes about 22 minutes in a twin-engine helicopter. Our twin-engine fleet includes the Airbus AS355 Twin Squirrel (up to five passengers), the Agusta A109 Grand (up to six) and the Airbus H145 (up to eight).
Air taxi charter for short hops from regional airfields
An air taxi is a short-hop service, and the aircraft can be a light plane, a turboprop or a helicopter. Air taxi charter for short hops suits small groups who want to leave from a regional airfield close to home and land close to the destination, often at airfields a larger jet cannot use.
Our air taxi aircraft include the Diamond DA62, the King Air 200, the Pilatus PC-12 and the Citation Mustang. As examples, London to Paris takes about 49 minutes in a Citation Mustang, and London to Brussels about 1 hour 15 in a King Air 200. See air taxi rates and example prices for route costs.
The aircraft
The aircraft we fly
We choose from a wide fleet of light jets, midsize jets, heavy jets, turboprops and helicopters, so the aircraft fits your party, your route and your budget.
Pictures show typical aircraft of each type. You fly in this aircraft or a similar one, confirmed in your quote.
How it works
From your first message to your flight
Benefits of flying private: convenience, fast boarding, flexible schedules, door-to-door routing, in-flight comfort and bespoke service.
Tell us your plans
Where you want to go, when, and how many are travelling. Use the quote form or call our desk.
We find the right aircraft
Our team checks jets, turboprops and helicopters for your route, and arranges slots and permissions.
One fully inclusive quote
Transparent pricing built from the real costs of your flight, with no extras added afterwards.
Fly with a trip manager
A dedicated trip manager looks after the details so the day is smooth, safe and punctual.
What private charter costs and how to pay less
You charter the whole aircraft, so the cost per person falls as the cabin fills. Air taxi charter starts from £2,950 for the whole aircraft on short routes, and can work out as low as £300 per person with a full load. These example routes come from our air taxi rates.
| Route | Aircraft | Passengers | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| London to Newquay | Diamond DA62 | Up to 4 | £2,950 for the whole aircraft |
| London to Paris | Citation Mustang | Up to 4 | £4,500 for the whole aircraft |
| London to Brussels | King Air 200 | 6 to 8 | £5,250 for the whole aircraft |
Jet and helicopter prices depend on the aircraft, route, date and airports, so we quote each one. Our guide to what a private jet charter costs explains what moves the price. Four ways to lower it:
- Take empty leg flights available now: a jet flying one way without passengers, with savings of up to 75%.
- Ask for a re-routed empty leg, which adds a stop to suit you and can save up to 50%.
- Choose the smallest aircraft that fits your party and luggage.
- Book early and avoid the busiest days.
On VAT: it depends on the flight, and it is shown as a separate line on every quote.
Where we fly from: London airports and UK airfields
Most flights start in the London area, from Farnborough, Biggin Hill private jet airport, Luton private jet airport, Stansted private jet airport and Heathrow. We are equally happy to plan a departure from a regional airfield, a private aerodrome or a helipad near your door.
Popular routes include Paris, Nice, Cannes, Geneva, Madrid and Jersey, as well as short-hop air taxi flights between regional airfields. We also fly to the rest of the world; ask the desk about any route.
Flying with a dog or cat
Your pet flies in the cabin with you, on a lead or in a soft carrier. We arrange the pet entry clearance in advance, including approved airports for flights into the UK. Read about pet flights by private jet, helicopter and air taxi for how it works.
Why book your flight through Charter-A
- Every flight is operated by a CAA or EASA approved air operator, with fully insured, type-rated pilots.
- Charter-A Ltd is a member of the Air Charter Association.
- One fully inclusive price, with catering, ground transport and pets arranged for you.
- A charter specialist answers the desk 24 hours a day, not a queue.
- Over 220 five-star reviews on Trustpilot.
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
Events by helicopter
Race days, regattas and festivals by helicopter
Skip the queues and arrive at the biggest dates in the calendar. Landing at events is subject to permission, which we arrange.
CheltenhamFestival and race days
SilverstoneGrand Prix and MotoGP
Royal AscotRoyal Ascot and race days
GlastonburyFestival transfersAlso: Goodwood · Henley Royal Regatta · Grand National · all events
Trusted by our clients
What our clients say
Thank you to the Charter a team — I cannot thank the Charter a team enough for the speedy approach they took to get me and my team from London to the south of France in one of their jets.
Ben Porter · Private jet · Trustpilot
Recently engaged Charter-A for a helicopter flight to/from Silverstone F1. From the start Martin was helpful and informative. The whole process was easy… I cannot recommend enough and the whole trip was amazing.
John Bloodworth · Helicopter · Trustpilot
The absolute best private charter experience.
Beverley R · Flew her Bernese Mountain Dog puppy home · Trustpilot
Private flight questions, answered
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Can I fly with my dog or cat?
What happens if the weather is bad?
What does a quote include, and how long is it valid?
Book your private flight
Tell us where you want to go and when. A charter specialist replies with a clear, fully inclusive price, and there is no obligation.
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.