London Heliport to Scotland
Charter a private helicopter from the London Heliport in Battersea to Scotland and fly 290 to 390 nautical miles to Edinburgh, Gleneagles, St Andrews or Inverness, in roughly 2 to 3 hours in the air, on a route we plan with you.
Helicopter charter to Scotland
Choose from our twin-engine helicopters carrying 5 to 8 passengers. Request a quote for your dates below, or call +44 (0)20 7781 8094.
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Helicopter charter to Scotland
Fly from central London to Scotland without a night on the train
We charter private twin-engine helicopters from the London Heliport in Battersea to Scotland: to Edinburgh, to Gleneagles in Perthshire, to St Andrews and Fife, and to Inverness and the Highlands.
- Leave from the London Heliport and fly the line north, about 2 to 3 hours in the air depending on the destination
- We plan the route, the stops and the landing with you and with the flight crew before you book
- Land close to your hotel, your golf course or your estate when the owner agrees
- Twin-engine helicopters carrying 5 to 8 passengers, and a charter specialist on the phone 24/7
London to Scotland at a glance
Helicopter to Scotland in numbers
Straight-line figures from the London Heliport. A flight this long is planned case by case, so ask us for your own quote.
| Distance from BatterseaStraight line, from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness Airport | 292 to 389 nm |
| Flying timeEdinburgh about 2 hr to 2 hr 35, Gleneagles and St Andrews about 2 hr 10 to 2 hr 45, Inverness about 2 hr 40 to 3 hr 25 | 2 to 3 1/2 hr |
| Fastest train to EdinburghLondon King’s Cross to Edinburgh, from timetable sites | about 4 hr 10 |
| Fuel and routeA flight this long may need a stop, which we plan with you and show in the quote | Planned with you |
| PassengersAS355 up to 5, Agusta 109 Grand up to 6, H145 up to 8 | 5 to 8 |
| Quotes and bookingsBy phone or form, at any hour | 24/7 |
Golf, Gleneagles and St Andrews
Helicopter charter to Gleneagles and St Andrews
Gleneagles and St Andrews are two of the best-known names in golf, and both are a long way from London.
- Gleneagles’ own travel page says arrangements can be made to land helicopters at the hotel, and we agree the details with the hotel for your date
- The 155th Open is at the Old Course, St Andrews, with the organiser listing 11 to 18 July 2027, and its page makes no statement about helicopters
- We do not plan a landing at the Old Course or inside the Open grounds, and we look at nearby options for you
- Dundee Airport, run by the Highlands and Islands Airports group, is the nearest airport to St Andrews that has a general aviation page
Edinburgh and the Highlands
Helicopter charter to Edinburgh, Perthshire and the Highlands
Edinburgh is the quickest Scottish city to reach, and the Highlands lie beyond it.
- The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo runs from 6 to 28 August 2027, according to the organiser, and its page says nothing about helicopters
- Inverness Airport’s own general aviation page lists its ground handlers
- Perthshire and Highland estates, for shooting, stalking and fishing: see helicopter charter for country sports
- We plan the route and the landing with you and with the owner of the site
Where we can land
Landing sites in Scotland
These come from each place’s own website. Rules and hours change, so we check them again for your date, and every landing is subject to permission.
The hotel’s own travel page says arrangements can be made to land helicopters at the hotel. It gives no pad position, fee or procedure, so we agree all three with the hotel.
Run by the Highlands and Islands Airports group, whose general aviation page asks for advance notice by a prior permission form and names its handling arrangements. It is the nearest airport to St Andrews.
The group’s general aviation page lists the ground handlers at Inverness. Helicopter arrangements are agreed in advance and we handle that for you.
The main airport for the capital. Private and business aviation arrangements are agreed in advance and we handle that for you.
We do not plan landings at the Old Course, St Andrews Links or inside the Open grounds. We land at an airport or a confirmed site nearby and arrange a car.
Landing at an estate or a lodge needs the owner’s permission and a suitable site, and we ask for both for you. Read can a helicopter land at my venue?
How it works
Book your helicopter to Scotland 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 Scotland?
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 a long flight north.
More room for a larger party, golf clubs and luggage on a long flight. Ask us about availability for your dates.
Before you fly
What to know before flying to Scotland
We agree the airport, the hotel or the estate with you when you book, and confirm it with the owner for your date. Every landing is subject to permission, 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 The Open, the Edinburgh festivals and the shooting season, 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 Scotland: your questions answered
Still unsure? Call +44 20 7781 8094 any time.
How long does a helicopter from London to Scotland take?
About 2 hr to 2 hr 35 in the air to Edinburgh, 2 hr 10 to 2 hr 45 to Gleneagles and St Andrews, and 2 hr 40 to 3 hr 25 to Inverness, 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 Scotland cost?
The price changes with the helicopter, the date, how many of you are flying, the route, any fuel stop, any waiting time or overnight stay and the landing fees. Tell us your plan and we send one clear quote. See helicopter hire prices for examples of other routes.
Does the flight need a fuel stop?
A flight of this length may include one. We plan the route and any stop with you and with the flight crew, and the quote shows it, so there are no surprises on the day.
Can a helicopter land at Gleneagles?
Gleneagles’ own travel page says arrangements can be made to land helicopters at the hotel. It does not give a pad position or a fee, so we agree both with the hotel before we promise a landing.
Can I fly by helicopter to The Open at St Andrews?
The Open comes to the Old Course in July 2027, and the organiser lists 11 to 18 July. Its page says nothing about helicopters, and we do not plan landings at the course or inside the grounds, so we look at a nearby airport or site and arrange a car. Tell us the day and we check what is possible.
Is a helicopter quicker than the train to Edinburgh?
Yes. The fastest trains from King’s Cross to Edinburgh take about 4 hr 10 according to timetable sites. The helicopter takes about 2 to 2 1/2 hours in the air and leaves when you are ready.
Can I fly one way, or return the same day?
Both are possible. A same-day return to Scotland makes a very long day, so most guests stay a night. Tell us your plan and we plan around the daylight and the sites’ hours.
Can you carry golf clubs or shooting equipment?
Usually, yes. Tell us what you are bringing and each passenger’s weight when you book, and we confirm the right helicopter. Firearms and ammunition have strict rules, so tell us before you book and we agree them with the crew.
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 can you carry?
The AS355 carries up to 5 passengers, the Agusta 109 Grand up to 6 and the H145 up to 8. For larger parties we can use more than one helicopter.
Helpful guides
Planning a flight to Scotland
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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