London Heliport to Cornwall
Charter a private helicopter from the London Heliport in Battersea to Cornwall and fly 190 to 220 nautical miles to Newquay, Penzance or the Isles of Scilly in about 1 hr 20 to 1 hr 55, instead of a long day by road or rail.
Helicopter charter to Cornwall
Choose from our twin-engine helicopters carrying 5 to 8 passengers. Request a helicopter quote for your dates below, or call +44 (0)20 7781 8094.
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Helicopter charter to Cornwall
Fly from central London to Cornwall in under two hours
We charter private twin-engine helicopters from the London Heliport in Battersea to Cornwall: to Newquay on the north coast, to Penzance in the far west, and on to the Isles of Scilly.
- Fly the direct line from the London Heliport, about 1 hr 20 to 1 hr 55 in the air depending on where you land
- Land at an airfield or heliport close to where you are staying, instead of starting a long drive after a long journey
- Twin-engine helicopters carrying 5 to 8 passengers
- A charter specialist on the phone, 24/7
London to Cornwall at a glance
Helicopter to Cornwall in numbers
Straight-line figures from the London Heliport. Every trip differs, so ask us for your own quote.
| Distance from BatterseaStraight line, from Newquay to Penzance | 192 to 218 nm |
| Flying timeNewquay about 1 hr 20 to 1 hr 45, Penzance about 1 hr 30 to 1 hr 55, depending on the helicopter and the wind | 1 hr 20 to 1 hr 55 |
| Fastest trainPaddington to Penzance, from timetable sites | just over 5 hr |
| PassengersAS355 up to 5, Agusta 109 Grand up to 6, H145 up to 8 | 5 to 8 |
| Arrive at BatterseaBefore departure | 10 min |
| Quotes and bookingsBy phone or form, at any hour | 24/7 |
Newquay and the north coast
Helicopter charter to Newquay, Padstow and Rock
Cornwall Airport Newquay is the main airfield for the north coast, and a short drive from Padstow, Rock and the Camel estuary.
- Read our page on helicopter charter to Newquay, with the airport and the flight in detail
- Heading for Rock or Padstow? See Battersea to Rock by helicopter
- A landing near a hotel or private site is possible only with the owner’s permission, which we ask for on your behalf
- We agree the exact landing with you and with the site, and always have a plan B
Penzance and the Isles of Scilly
Helicopter charter to Penzance and the Isles of Scilly
Penzance Heliport is the gateway to west Cornwall and to the Isles of Scilly, about 1 hr 30 to 1 hr 55 from Battersea.
- See the Battersea to Penzance helicopter prices page for one example route
- The islands have short opening hours and no fuel, so we plan the flight around your day and their opening hours
- St Michael’s Mount, the Jubilee Pool and the coast path are all close to the heliport
- Tell us the date and we check the opening hours and permission for you
Where we can land
Landing sites in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
These come from each place’s own website. Hours change, so we check them again for your date, and every landing is subject to permission.
Its own website says it is for day flying under visual flight rules, normally 08:00 to 17:00, about a mile north-east of the town, with a lit concrete pad, a second reinforced grass pad and Jet A1 on request. Visiting helicopters need prior permission.
The airport’s own site gives aerodrome hours and lists handling companies for private flights. Helicopter arrangements are agreed in advance, and we handle that for you.
The Tresco website says all private and charter helicopter movements must be arranged in advance. Summer hours are 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday, and there is no fuel.
The council page says general aviation helicopters need prior permission by email, with at least two hours’ notice. The airport is closed on Sundays and has no fuel.
Its own site says every movement is strictly by prior permission. It is closed on Sundays and lies inside the Land’s End radio zone.
If you would like to land at a hotel, a house or a field, we ask the owner for permission and check the site is suitable. Read can a helicopter land at my venue?
How it works
Book your helicopter to Cornwall in three steps
- 1Tell us where and whenThe date, how many of you are flying, where you want to land, and if you would like to return the same day or later.
- 2We agree the landing and your priceWe contact the airfield or site, ask for permission and agree a plan B. You then receive one clear price. Landing fees charged by the site are shown where they apply.
- 3Fly from BatterseaArrive at the London Heliport 10 minutes before departure. Your helicopter flies the direct line, above the roads.
Cost
How much is a helicopter to Cornwall?
There is no single price for this flight, because it changes with the helicopter, the date, how many of you are flying, how long the helicopter waits and the landing fees at the other end.
Helicopters are priced by flying time, not by the mile. Tell us your plan and a charter specialist sends one clear price, any time of day or night.
- The type of helicopter, from the AS355 to the Agusta 109 Grand and the H145
- The date and the time of day
- One way, return, or a return with waiting time or an overnight stay
- Landing and handling fees at the other end
For examples of what other routes cost, see our helicopter hire prices page and how helicopter charter costs are calculated.
Your helicopter
Choose your helicopter
Pick by party size and style. We will advise on the best choice for your trip.
A reliable twin-engine helicopter and our most economical choice for a small party travelling light.
Quick and refined, with panoramic windows and a comfortable cabin for the flight west.
More room for a larger party and the luggage for a week in Cornwall. Ask us about availability for your dates.
Before you fly
What to know before flying to Cornwall
We agree the landing site with you when you book, and ask the site for permission. Every landing is subject to permission and site suitability, and we always agree a plan B.
Soft-sided bags fit a helicopter hold better than hard suitcases. Tell us how many bags you have, and each passenger’s weight, when you book, and we will confirm that everything fits.
Helicopters fly in suitable weather only. If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing, and we will work with you on the earliest alternative. Check conditions on our Battersea Heliport weather page. See also helicopter charter and the weather.
Arrive at the London Heliport 10 minutes before departure. Book as early as you can for school holidays and summer weekends, and earlier for groups or larger helicopters.
Our partner Executive Global Travel can meet you with a chauffeur car, timed to the helicopter, so if the flight moves, the car moves with it.
The London Heliport is on the south bank of the Thames at Bridges Court, Battersea SW11 3BE. See getting there and the opening hours.
What our clients say
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Questions
Helicopter charter to Cornwall: your questions answered
Still unsure? Call +44 20 7781 8094 any time.
How long does a helicopter from London to Cornwall take?
About 1 hr 20 to 1 hr 45 in the air to Newquay and about 1 hr 30 to 1 hr 55 to Penzance, depending on the helicopter, the routing and the wind. Add 10 minutes to arrive at the heliport before departure.
How much does a helicopter to Cornwall cost?
The price changes with the helicopter, the date, the number of passengers, any waiting time and the landing fees at the other end, so we send one clear quote for your plan. For one example route see our Battersea to Penzance prices page.
Where can a helicopter land in Cornwall?
Penzance Heliport, Cornwall Airport Newquay and Land’s End Airport all take visiting helicopters by arrangement, and a private site or hotel is possible with the owner’s permission. We agree the landing with the site and always have a plan B.
Can you fly to the Isles of Scilly by helicopter?
Yes, with arrangements made in advance. Tresco says all private and charter helicopter movements must be arranged beforehand, St Mary’s needs prior permission and is closed on Sundays, and neither island has fuel. Tell us your dates and we plan the flight around those limits.
Do you fly to Padstow and Rock?
We can fly to Newquay or to an approved site nearby, then a car takes you on to Padstow or Rock. Read Battersea to Rock by helicopter for more detail.
Can I land at my hotel or holiday home in Cornwall?
Possibly. We need the landowner’s permission and a suitable site, and we ask for both for you. Our guide can a helicopter land at my venue? explains what we look at.
Is a helicopter faster than the train to Cornwall?
Yes. The fastest direct trains from Paddington to Penzance take a little over five hours, while the helicopter takes 1 hr 30 to 1 hr 55 in the air, plus 10 minutes to arrive at the heliport and the short transfer from the landing site.
Can I fly one way, or return the same day?
Both are possible. Penzance Heliport is for daytime flying, so in winter a same-day return needs an early start. Tell us your plan and we check the hours at both ends.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing. We work with you to find the earliest suitable alternative. See helicopter charter and the weather.
How many people and how much luggage can you carry?
The AS355 carries up to 5 passengers, the Agusta 109 Grand up to 6 and the H145 up to 8. Soft bags fit the hold better than hard suitcases, so tell us what you are bringing and we confirm it fits.
Helpful guides
Planning a flight to Cornwall
Ready to fly?
Tell us where and when
A charter specialist will reply quickly, any time of day or night, with options and a price.
or call +44 20 7781 8094 any time