Private aviation
Helicopter charters across the Caribbean
Choose any departure and destination published by West Indies Helicopters. Our operations desk confirms the aircraft, live operator price, luggage allowance, and connection timing before you commit.
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Why this is a quotation
The operator does not publish fixed fares for these corridors. It prices each trip by destination, flight duration, season, and charter requirements. Strait Passage will return the confirmed USD price before booking; this request never opens a payment screen.
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Private aircraft for up to 5 passengers
Typical flight times
Published by West Indies Helicopters, as of October 9, 2026. The confirmed quote sets the routing and timing for your flight.
| Between | Flight time |
|---|---|
| St. Martin and St. Barthélemy | About 15 minutes |
| St. Martin and Anguilla | About 15 minutes |
| St. Barthélemy and Anguilla | About 15 minutes |
| St. Martin and Saba | About 20 minutes |
| St. Martin and St. Eustatius | About 20 minutes |
| St. Martin and Nevis | About 25 minutes |
| St. Martin and Antigua | About 30 minutes |
| St. Martin and Barbuda | About 30 minutes |
Helicopter charter FAQs
How long is the helicopter flight from St. Martin to St. Barts?
About 12 to 15 minutes, between Princess Juliana (SXM) or Grand Case (SFG) on St. Martin and Gustave III airport (SBH) on St. Barthélemy. From St. Martin the operator also publishes about 15 minutes to Anguilla, 20 to Saba and St. Eustatius, 25 to Nevis, and 30 to Antigua and Barbuda.
Who operates the helicopter flights?
West Indies Helicopters arranges the flights, and Let's Fly operates them. Let's Fly is a licensed air carrier holding Air Operator Certificate FR.AOC.0124, issued by the French civil aviation authority (DGAC). Strait Passage coordinates your request with the operator and with the rest of your journey.
How many passengers can a helicopter charter carry?
The operator flies two Airbus single-engine helicopters: an AS350 B2 that seats five passengers and an EC130 B4 that seats six. Strait Passage's online request form takes parties of up to five. For six, email hello@straitpassage.com; it depends on the six-seat aircraft being available.
How much luggage can I bring on a helicopter transfer?
Cargo space is limited, so the allowance depends on how many people fly: the fewer the passengers, the more room for bags. Standard cabin baggage is included and larger bags are possible on request. There is no individual weight limit, but each aircraft has a maximum total passenger weight, so mention any passenger over 100 kg. Give exact baggage details in your request.
Where does the helicopter leave from on St. Martin?
From the helicopter terminal at Princess Juliana Airport (SXM) on the Dutch side, or from Grand Case Airport (SFG) on the French side. Pick-up is at the airport terminal.
How far ahead should I book a helicopter charter?
West Indies Helicopters recommends at least 48 hours ahead and confirms its own bookings within 24 hours. Flights run seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays, subject to availability. At shorter notice, contact us and the operations desk will ask the operator.
Can infants or pets fly on a helicopter charter?
Infants under two travel on an adult's lap at no charge. Small pets may be accepted under the operator's conditions. Mention either in your request so the flight can be planned for them.
What happens if I cancel or the weather stops the flight?
Under the Strait Passage Terms of Service, a cancellation you make is non-refundable at any time; we may, at our discretion, apply the booking value as a rebooking credit valid for 90 days from the original travel date. If the operator cancels for weather or another reason, we make every reasonable effort to rebook you on the next available departure at no extra cost, and if a service cannot be supplied we offer an alternative or a refund. Whether a flight operates in the conditions on the day is decided by the pilot and the operator.