The short answer
Helicopter charter Jersey flights use Jersey Airport, which has customs, immigration and handling on site during airport hours, with a General Declaration filed before arrival. Jersey to Southampton takes about 50 to 65 minutes by helicopter and Jersey to central London about 70 to 85 minutes. There is no road link to compare.
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Key facts
- Site
- Jersey Airport, St Peter, Jersey (EGJJ / JER)
- Hours (as published, checked 29 Sep 2026)
- 07:00 to 21:00 local in winter, 07:00 to 21:30 in summer, by arrangement (terminal from 05:30); not normally 23:59 to 07:00; normally closed 25 December
- Customs and immigration
- On site in airport hours; a General Declaration is filed before arrival for Jersey Immigration, Customs and Police
- Runway
- 08/26, 1,705 m x 45 m; large-cabin business jets up to 45,500 kg
- Slots
- All flights except general aviation must notify slot coordination
- Other charges
- A decarbonisation charge applies to corporate and general aviation
Where Jersey flights start and end
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Sites that serve Jersey
Hours, permission and customs are the airport's or site's published information, checked 29 Sept 2026. We arrange permission and confirm times with your booking.
Jersey Airport EGJJ / JER
- Address
- Jersey Airport, St Peter, Jersey
- Hours as published (checked 29 Sept 2026)
07:00–21:00 local in winter, 07:00–21:30 in summer, and by arrangement (terminal from 05:30); customs, immigration as…
07:00–21:00 local in winter, 07:00–21:30 in summer, and by arrangement (terminal from 05:30); customs, immigration as airport hours; not normally available 23:59–07:00; normally closed 25 December. Out-of-hours opening via the- Permission
- Check before you fly: we confirm it with your booking
- Customs
- Yes – on site (as airport hours; a General Declaration is filed before arrival for Jersey Immigration, Customs and Police)
- Runway
- 08/26 – 1,705 m × 45 m concrete/grooved asphalt
Alderney Airport EGJA / ACI
- Address
- Alderney Airport, Alderney, Bailiwick of Guernsey
- Hours as published (checked 29 Sept 2026)
- 07:40–18:30 local throughout the year; 07:40–19:30 Fri–Sun during British Summer Time (March–October). Terminal 05:30–21:00 seven days
- Permission
- Prior permission required (PPR): we arrange it with your flight
- Customs
- Yes – on site (as airport hours; passengers report to Flight Clearance on arrival)
- Runway
- 08/26 – 877 m × 18 m asphalt; two grass runways
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Jersey Airport for charter flights
Jersey Airport has a 1,705 metre runway and handles large-cabin business jets up to 45,500 kilograms as well as helicopters. It opens 07:00 to 21:00 in winter and to 21:30 in summer, with the terminal from 05:30. Customs, immigration and handling follow airport hours, and out-of-hours opening is arranged through the handling agent. It is not normally available between 23:59 and 07:00 and is normally closed on 25 December.
All flights except general aviation notify slot coordination. Crews and passengers on remote stands wait at the aircraft for handler transport, and a decarbonisation charge applies to corporate and general aviation. Whether prior permission is required for your helicopter is something we confirm with the airport at booking.
Journey times from Jersey Airport
The nearest places first, with the helicopter time against the car, taken from our route data.
| To | Distance | Helicopter | By road | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 110 nm (126 mi) | 50 to 65 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Goodwood | 114 nm (131 mi) | 55 to 65 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Bristol | 132 nm (152 mi) | 60 to 75 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Cardiff | 139 nm (159 mi) | 65 to 80 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| London Gatwick | 140 nm (161 mi) | 65 to 80 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Ascot Racecourse | 145 nm (166 mi) | 65 to 80 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Epsom Downs | 147 nm (169 mi) | 65 to 80 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| London Heathrow | 151 nm (174 mi) | 70 to 85 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| London | 156 nm (180 mi) | 70 to 85 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Oxford | 161 nm (186 mi) | 70 to 90 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Cheltenham Racecourse | 163 nm (187 mi) | 70 to 90 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Silverstone | 178 nm (205 mi) | 80 to 100 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Birmingham | 196 nm (225 mi) | 85 to 105 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Cambridge | 201 nm (232 mi) | 90 to 110 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Newmarket Racecourse | 207 nm (238 mi) | 90 to 110 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Norwich | 246 nm (283 mi) | 1 h 45 min to 2 h 10 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Manchester | 249 nm (286 mi) | 1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Liverpool | 249 nm (286 mi) | 1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min | No road link | Not applicable |
Times from Alderney Airport
| To | Distance | Helicopter | By road | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 82 nm (94 mi) | 40 to 50 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Goodwood | 89 nm (103 mi) | 45 to 55 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Bristol | 103 nm (118 mi) | 50 to 60 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Cardiff | 110 nm (127 mi) | 50 to 65 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| London Gatwick | 116 nm (134 mi) | 55 to 65 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Ascot Racecourse | 118 nm (136 mi) | 55 to 70 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Epsom Downs | 122 nm (140 mi) | 55 to 70 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| London Heathrow | 125 nm (144 mi) | 55 to 70 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| London | 131 nm (151 mi) | 60 to 75 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Oxford | 132 nm (152 mi) | 60 to 75 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Cheltenham Racecourse | 133 nm (153 mi) | 60 to 75 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Silverstone | 150 nm (172 mi) | 65 to 85 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Birmingham | 166 nm (191 mi) | 75 to 90 min | No road link | Not applicable |
| Cambridge | 175 nm (202 mi) | 75 to 95 min | No road link | Not applicable |
Helicopter figures are typical block times: distance at 135 knots plus 8 minutes, shown as a range. Road figures are free-flowing road times, a floor that real journeys rarely beat. Distances are in a straight line. Figures from our UK route data, checked 29 Sep 2026.
Customs, immigration and the General Declaration
Jersey is a Crown Dependency, and flights to or from the UK are handled as arrivals and departures with their own formalities. For arrivals, a General Declaration is filed before landing for Jersey Immigration, Customs and Police. We prepare it from the passenger details you give us, which is why we ask for names, dates of birth and passport information well ahead.
Bring photo identification for every passenger. Details change, so we confirm the current requirements at quote stage rather than rely on a general rule.
Flight times from Jersey
Because Jersey is an island with no road link, the choice is between sea, scheduled air and private charter. Our figures are helicopter block times:
- Jersey to Southampton: about 50 to 65 minutes.
- Jersey to Goodwood: about 55 to 65 minutes.
- Jersey to Bristol: about 60 to 75 minutes.
- Jersey to Gatwick: about 65 to 80 minutes.
- Jersey to Heathrow or central London: about 70 to 85 minutes.
- Jersey to Oxford or Cheltenham: about 70 to 90 minutes.
Guernsey is 21 nautical miles away and Alderney 29.9 nautical miles; see our Guernsey page. Sea crossings are flown to a route and aircraft we agree with you in advance. We do not publish ferry or scheduled-air comparisons because they change.
Why people charter to and from Jersey
For helicopter charter Jersey clients, the island has an established finance and professional-services sector in St Helier, and clients commonly need to reach London, Southampton or a country-house meeting in a day. Estates and hospitality businesses on the island host corporate groups. Our business helicopter charter page explains how a day trip is planned, and same-day business trips covers timing.
Island region overview: Channel Islands and Isle of Man.
Booking a Jersey helicopter
Tell us the date, passengers, weights and exact pick-up and drop-off, plus whether you bring luggage. We confirm the airport hours, the declaration and the aircraft, then give you one quote. Arrive 10 minutes before departure; luggage in soft bags where the hold is small. Landing at an estate or private house is subject to landing permission and site suitability. If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
For jets to Jersey see Charter-A private jet charter, and for the nearest mainland partner, our Southampton page.
Nearby airfields and heliports
Other sites close to Jersey Airport, with the distance in nautical miles. Chips with a link open that site's own page.
Frequently asked questions
Does Jersey Airport have customs and immigration?
Yes, on site during airport hours. A General Declaration is filed before arrival for Jersey Immigration, Customs and Police.
What are Jersey Airport's opening hours?
As published, 07:00 to 21:00 in winter and 07:00 to 21:30 in summer, with the terminal from 05:30. It is not normally available between 23:59 and 07:00.
How long is a helicopter from Jersey to London?
About 70 to 85 minutes. There is no road link, so there is no road time to compare.
Can I land at Jersey after midnight?
Not normally. Out-of-hours opening is arranged through the handling agent, so ask us early.
Can a business jet use Jersey?
Yes. The runway is 1,705 metres and large-cabin jets up to 45,500 kilograms are handled.
Is there a charge for private aviation at Jersey?
A decarbonisation charge applies to corporate and general aviation. We include any airport charges in your quote.
