Air Ambulance, Medevac & Medical Repatriation from Italy and the UK

Q: &ensp; How quickly can an air ambulance reach Italy?

SkyCare can typically arrange air ambulance repatriation from Italy to the UK within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the patient’s condition, medical clearance, and aircraft availability. Flight times from Italy to the UK usually take 2 to 3 hours , and most missions are completed the same day — often within 12 to 24 hours of confirmation. We support British holidaymakers, expats, and winter sports travellers needing urgent return from Rome, Milan, Florence, Naples, Venice , as well as ski and holiday hotspots including Cortina d’Ampezzo, Sestriere, the Dolomites, Lake Garda, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast . Whether the patient is hospitalised in a major city, recovering at a remote ski chalet, or injured on the slopes, our air ambulance teams ensure a rapid, safe, and medically coordinated return to the UK. Wherever your loved one is located in Italy, SkyCare will organise a secure, medically supervised transfer to the UK or another European destination — with bedside-to-bedside care and full clinical oversight every step of the way.

Q: &ensp; Can you repatriate neonatal or paediatric patients — including premature babies and children?

Yes — repatriation of neonates , premature babies , and children is one of SkyCare’s core specialities. We’re among the few providers globally equipped to transport twins together , and we offer dedicated clinical support for even the most delicate cases. Our UK-based paediatric team will advise you on the safest time to travel and the most appropriate method — whether that’s a private ICU-equipped air ambulance , or a medically escorted commercial flight for babies and children who meet airline medical criteria. From neonatal incubators and paediatric ventilators to specially trained flight nurses, we manage everything with precision, care, and parental reassurance — whether your child is in hospital in Rome, Milan, or recovering from surgery in Florence or Naples.

Urgent medical flights, medevac (medivac) and air ambulance services from Rome and the UK

Urgent Medevac & Medical Repatriation Services from Italy

SkyCare provides urgent medical evacuation from Italy to the UK, including private air ambulance, escorted medical flights, and international stretcher repatriation on commercial airlines. Our 24/7 service supports families, embassies, insurers, and private hospitals across Italy — including Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Sicily, Sardinia and Venice. We also frequently assist travellers and skiers from popular alpine resorts such as Cortina d’Ampezzo, Val Gardena, and Sestriere.

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Whether the patient is in a private hospital, public clinic, or recovering in a hotel or ski resort, we can help. Our experienced UK-based repatriation team is available around the clock to support travellers, British nationals, and long-term residents in arranging safe, rapid medical evacuation from Italy to the UK — often within 24 to 48 hours.

With bilingual coordination and British clinical oversight, we handle every aspect — from intensive care air ambulance flights and emergency medevac operations to bed-to-bed transfers with qualified nurse or paramedic escorts. We also manage medical documentation, international flight clearances, and hospital coordination on both ends.

See our pricing or read our Italy FAQ.

Popular Airports

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

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Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

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Bolzano Airport (BZO)

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Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

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Naples International Airport (NAP)

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Frequently Asked Questions – Air Ambulance Italy

SkyCare can typically arrange air ambulance repatriation from Italy to the UK within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the patient’s condition, medical clearance, and aircraft availability. Flight times from Italy to the UK usually take 2 to 3 hours, and most missions are completed the same day — often within 12 to 24 hours of confirmation.

We support British holidaymakers, expats, and winter sports travellers needing urgent return from Rome, Milan, Florence, Naples, Venice, as well as ski and holiday hotspots including Cortina d’Ampezzo, Sestriere, the Dolomites, Lake Garda, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast.

Whether the patient is hospitalised in a major city, recovering at a remote ski chalet, or injured on the slopes, our air ambulance teams ensure a rapid, safe, and medically coordinated return to the UK.

Wherever your loved one is located in Italy, SkyCare will organise a secure, medically supervised transfer to the UK or another European destination — with bedside-to-bedside care and full clinical oversight every step of the way.

If your loved one is hospitalised in Italy without family nearby, it’s often best to bring them home as soon as they’re medically stable. This is especially true for skiing injuries or trauma cases, where continuity of care and support in the UK can make a significant difference.

Once surgery or treatment has taken place, you may be able to begin repatriation planning. To understand when it’s safe to fly, read our guide on flying after surgery.

If the patient is insured, the first step should always be to contact the insurance provider. However, many families choose to self-fund repatriation because insurance decisions can be delayed. In these cases, SkyCare can often arrange a dedicated air ambulance within 24 hours.

Please note: if you instruct us directly, the cost will need to be paid by you — and you may be able to recover some or all of it from the insurer later. We’re happy to support with documentation if required.

Commercial medical escort flights are also available but can take longer to coordinate due to airline clearance, seat configuration (e.g. stretcher or extra space), and availability.

What Factors Influence the Cost?

The cost of an air ambulance from Italy to the UK depends on several factors — including the patient’s medical condition, departure location, required clinical support, and aircraft availability.

As a guide, prices for a dedicated air ambulance to London typically start from £14,000. This is a base price and does not include specialist ICU staff or ground ambulance transfers, which are quoted separately based on clinical need and logistics.

We operate from key airports including Rome, Milan, Venice, and ski-region airfields such as Bolzano and Cortina d’Ampezzo. Ground ambulance costs — particularly during ski season — may be higher in resort areas where private providers support seasonal demand.

To receive a personalised quote, contact our team or request a quote online.

An air ambulance is a dedicated aircraft with full ICU capability, ideal for patients needing intensive care. A medical escort travels with the patient on a commercial flight, suitable for those who are medically stable but still require supervision. SkyCare offers both options from Italy.

Yes — our UK-based clinical team works directly with leading London private hospitals and NHS facilities to match each case to the right consultant and care pathway. We can arrange admission, liaise with your receiving medical team, and ensure continuity of treatment from departure to arrival.

If the patient has a specific condition or injury — such as orthopaedic trauma, cardiac issues, or a neurological diagnosis — we’ll identify a suitable specialist and coordinate admission into the most appropriate private hospital. You don’t need to research or make calls — our clinical team will do the hard work for you.

Your journey is clinically overseen at every stage. We handle all arrangements for a complete bed-to-bed medical transfer from abroad to the UK.

Yes — repatriation of neonates, premature babies, and children is one of SkyCare’s core specialities. We’re among the few providers globally equipped to transport twins together, and we offer dedicated clinical support for even the most delicate cases.

Our UK-based paediatric team will advise you on the safest time to travel and the most appropriate method — whether that’s a private ICU-equipped air ambulance, or a medically escorted commercial flight for babies and children who meet airline medical criteria.

From neonatal incubators and paediatric ventilators to specially trained flight nurses, we manage everything with precision, care, and parental reassurance — whether your child is in hospital in Rome, Milan, or recovering from surgery in Florence or Naples.

Need Immediate Air Ambulance or Medical Repatriation from Italy?

SkyCare provides private air ambulance, commercial medical escort, and ground ambulance services from Italy to the UK, available 24/7. Whether you’re supporting a loved one after surgery in Rome, managing a complex case in Naples, or urgently need to fly home after a skiing accident in the Dolomites — our experienced medical team is here to help.

We offer full bed-to-bed medical repatriation — from ICU air transfers to escorted commercial flights for stable patients, and ground ambulance transport for shorter cross-border journeys within Europe.

We respond within minutes — and manage every detail with compassion, clarity, and full clinical oversight.

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