Medical Repatriation and Non-Emergency Air Transport
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Data & Prices Updated October 2026 1
This service is for planned, non-emergency medical transport only.
We do not handle time-critical or emergency requests. If you or someone with you needs immediate medical attention, call your local emergency number first — 911 in the US, 112 in Europe, or the equivalent where you are — or contact a dedicated emergency air ambulance provider directly.
Sometimes getting a patient home, or to the right hospital, just isn’t something a commercial flight can handle well — a stretcher case, someone who needs a nurse along for the trip, equipment that won’t fit through a normal cabin door.
Air ambulance and medical repatriation charter arranges a private aircraft fitted out for the patient’s condition, once a doctor has said travel is medically appropriate and the situation is stable enough to plan around. We coordinate the flight and the logistics; the medical crew and equipment come from licensed air ambulance operators and medical escort providers in our network, not from us directly.
Why Choose Us for Private Jet Charter
We work only with operators holding current FAA Part 135 certification, or the EASA equivalent in Europe, and we prioritize partners with CAMTS accreditation — the industry’s independent standard for medical transport quality and safety. The aircraft, the crew, and the medical team all meet standards set by people whose job is auditing exactly this.
What Is Air Ambulance and Medical Repatriation Charter?
Air ambulance and medical repatriation charter is the arrangement of a private flight equipped and staffed for a patient’s medical needs — from a stretcher and portable oxygen up to specialized equipment for a specific condition.
Repatriation specifically means bringing a patient home, or to a hospital near home, after an illness or injury abroad, once their condition has been assessed as stable for travel. This is planning work, done in advance with the patient’s medical team, not a response to an unfolding crisis.
How Medical Charter Works
- Submit your request — tell us the patient’s condition, current location, and destination using the form below. We typically respond within one business day.
- Medical & aircraft matching — we coordinate with a licensed medical transport provider to match the patient’s needs to the right aircraft, crew, and equipment.
- Confirmation — we confirm the flight, ground transport at both ends, and any hospital-to-hospital coordination required.
- Transport — the patient travels under medical supervision, from bedside to bedside where needed.
Types of Medical Flights We Arrange
How Much Does Medical Charter Cost?
Medical charter is usually priced as a full mission rather than by the hour, since the medical crew and equipment matter more than flight time alone.
- A domestic medical flight typically runs $15,000 to $35,000, depending on distance and the level of medical staffing required.
- International repatriation costs more — commonly $40,000 to $150,000 for a long-haul flight with a full medical team.
- Many patients have some or all of this covered by travel insurance or an assistance policy; if you have one, have the policy details ready when you contact us.
Who Arranges Medical Charter Through Us?
- Families coordinating a relative’s return home after treatment abroad.
- Travel insurers and assistance companies handling a policyholder’s repatriation claim.
- Hospitals and case managers arranging a transfer to a facility with specialized care.
- Corporations with a duty of care to bring an employee home after a medical incident abroad, once they’re stable enough to travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle emergency or time-critical medical flights?
No. We only arrange planned, non-emergency medical transport for stable patients. If you need immediate medical transport, contact emergency services or a dedicated air ambulance provider directly.
Do you provide the medical staff and equipment?
We arrange the flight and coordinate with licensed air ambulance operators and medical escort providers, who supply the medical crew and equipment matched to the patient’s condition. We are a charter broker, not a medical provider.
Will my travel insurance cover this?
Many travel insurance and assistance policies cover some or all of the cost of medical repatriation. Coverage varies by policy, so it’s worth contacting your insurer as early as possible and having your policy number ready when you reach out to us.
Can you transport a patient on a stretcher?
Yes. Our network includes aircraft configured for stretcher patients, as well as seated medical escort options for patients who don’t require a stretcher.
How long does it take to arrange a medical repatriation flight?
Since this is planned transport, timelines vary based on medical clearance, aircraft availability, and any hospital-to-hospital coordination needed. We typically respond to requests within one business day to begin planning.
Coordinate Your Transport
Request your Air Ambulance charter quote today
Whether you’re bringing a family member home after treatment abroad or coordinating a scheduled medical transfer, your request begins with a conversation with our team. Our aviation advisors with decades of charter experience work with licensed medical transport providers to match the right aircraft and care to your situation.
1 All charter rates quoted on request. Availability subject to operator schedule. Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may vary by serial number and operator configuration. The rates and price ranges displayed on this website are for informational and estimation purposes only. Actual charter costs may vary based on aircraft availability, operator positioning, seasonal demand, real-time fuel surcharges, landing fees, and specific flight itineraries. InstantPrivateJet.com is an independent marketplace and information resource. We do not own, manage, or operate aircraft. All charters are arranged, quoted, and fulfilled directly by third-party air carriers certified by the FAA (or equivalent civil aviation authorities). Final quotes and legally binding terms will be provided directly by the operating air carrier prior to booking.