Air Ambulance Ireland – UK Medical Repatriation Services
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Trusted Medical Repatriation from Ireland
SkyCare provides urgent medical repatriation from Ireland to the UK and across Europe. Whether you’re in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, or Belfast, our expert team is on-hand 24/7 to support families, patients, and insurers.
We’re part of a robust Ireland-wide air ambulance network, with local coordination and full clinical oversight. From hospital discharges to unexpected medical events abroad, we handle every detail — ensuring safe, fast, and fully monitored transfers.
Our team works seamlessly with hospitals, private clinics, and home addresses throughout the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. We offer both emergency and planned transport services tailored to your situation.
What Affects the Cost of Medical Repatriation?
Several factors influence the cost of medical repatriation from Ireland, including the patient’s condition, the level of clinical support needed, and the location of pickup and drop-off. We offer clear guidance and fast quotes, with no hidden costs.
Choosing the Right Transport Option
Depending on the medical circumstances, patients may qualify for different types of repatriation — from full air ambulance to medically escorted flights or ground transfers. We’ll guide you through the safest and most appropriate choice for your needs.
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Safe, Swift Medical Transport from Ireland to the UK and Europe
SkyCare provides rapid-response medical transport across Ireland — including private air ambulances, ground ambulance transfers, and medical escorts on commercial flights. Whether you’re recovering in a public hospital, private clinic, or at a temporary residence, our team manages the entire process from bedside to destination. We’re trusted by families, hospitals, and international insurers across Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Belfast, and surrounding regions.
Private Air Ambulance from Ireland
SkyCare arranges urgent air ambulance repatriation from Ireland to the UK and across Europe. Whether a patient is at a public hospital, a private clinic, or a temporary residence, our ICU-equipped aircraft and experienced medical crews provide safe, bedside-to-bedside care.
We operate rapidly from major Irish hubs and support key regions including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Belfast, and surrounding areas.
Our English-speaking teams manage every detail, including medical clearances, airfield permissions, and receiving hospital coordination — ensuring a smooth, dignified return home.
Ground Ambulance Transfers in Ireland
SkyCare provides fully equipped ground ambulance services in Ireland, offering safe, medical-grade transport between clinics, hospitals, residences, and major Irish airports.
Our ambulances are staffed by experienced paramedics and medical personnel — ideal for hospital discharges, interfacility transfers, or connections to air ambulance and medical escort flights.
We serve Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Belfast, and surrounding areas across Ireland, ensuring rapid access to international airports for onward medical travel.
How to Arrange an Air Ambulance from Ireland to the UK
- Request a Personalised Quote: Use our secure online form to receive a tailored quote based on your location in Ireland, medical condition, and urgency.
- Confirm Medical Details & Booking: Approve the quote, submit the patient’s medical documents, and complete payment to confirm the repatriation plan.
- Full Journey Coordination: We arrange everything — from ground ambulance pickup in Ireland to the air ambulance flight and handover in the UK.
- Safe Repatriation to the UK: The patient is accompanied by our experienced medical team with continuous in-flight care until hospital arrival.
Why Choose SkyCare for Air Ambulance Services in Ireland?
- 24/7 Rapid Response: Immediate medical repatriation from Ireland to the UK, including same-day departures when possible.
- Dedicated Air Ambulance Fleet: ICU-equipped aircraft available for emergency evacuations, intensive care transfers, and non-urgent medical flights.
- Expert Medical Team: Each flight is staffed by specialist doctors, critical care nurses, and paramedics with extensive international experience.
- Bed-to-Bed Coordination: We manage every step — from public hospitals, private clinics, or home pickup in Ireland to arrival at your chosen UK facility.
- Trusted by Families & Insurers: SkyCare is relied upon by private clients, travel insurers, NHS trusts, and UK hospitals for safe, professional repatriation.
What Families Say About SkyCare
“Sky Care brought our son Max home safely from France to Ireland. Extremely professional and liaising and updating us through WhatsApp. Taking the stress out of the whole process. Thank you.”
Frequently Asked Questions – Air Ambulance Ireland
SkyCare can often arrange air ambulance flights from Ireland to the UK within 24 hours, depending on medical readiness and airport clearance. We regularly operate from major Irish airports including Dublin, Cork, Shannon, and Belfast.
If your loved one is in a hospital in Ireland without family to support them, we strongly recommend bringing them home as soon as it is safe to do so. This article explains why hospital care in Ireland can differ significantly from the NHS.
If you want to know what options you have to get a patient back to the UK, please read this article written by our own Dr Lee Collier.
What Factors Influence the Cost?
The cost of an air ambulance from Ireland to the UK depends on several factors, including the patient’s condition, the collection airport in Ireland, and the medical crew required.
As a result, at SkyCare, we provide fully transparent, fixed-price quotations that include the flight, medical team, ground ambulance transfers at both ends, and all coordination.
To receive a personalised quote, contact our team or request a quote online.
Each SkyCare flight is staffed by a specialist medical team with ICU-level equipment on board. We provide continuous monitoring and treatment throughout the journey, tailored to each patient’s needs.
Yes. We offer fully bed-to-bed service, coordinating directly with hospitals in Ireland and the UK. Our team handles all transfers — from hospital to ambulance to aircraft and final destination.
Yes, it is possible — but it requires advance permission from the ferry operator. Approval can take 48–72 hours, and for stretcher patients, suitability depends on the specific vessel, as not all ferries have lifts that accommodate stretcher dimensions from the car deck.
Oxygen use must also be pre-approved. Depending on the volume required, we may opt to use our own portable oxygen concentrator (POC) to comply with safety regulations.
SkyCare works with both Stena Line and Irish Ferries to select the most appropriate route and vessel for each case. Please note that medical ferry transfers incur a slightly higher cost, as they are booked through special medical access channels and are not priced via public websites.
Fast, discreet, and medically supervised air transfers — trusted by families and insurers.
Need Immediate Medical Repatriation from Ireland?
SkyCare provides private air ambulance and medical escort services from Ireland to the UK, available 24/7. Whether you’re assisting a loved one, managing a case on behalf of a client, or need urgent advice — our team is here to help.
Call us now on +44 (0)203 150 3999 or request a confidential quote online.
We respond within minutes — and handle every step with care, clarity, and medical professionalism.
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What our clients say.
Airport-to-Hospital Medical Transfer in London
Straightforward and genuine. Craig helped us get our mum safely from the airport to the hospital. Highly recommended.
Commercial Medical Escort from Boston, MA to London
SkyCare made a complex overseas transfer from Boston to London feel effortless. Craig and Sarah were outstanding — calm, professional, and always in touch. They handled everything, from visas to flight logistics, with genuine care and attention. The costs were very reasonable, but it was their empathy and support for both patient and family that made all the difference. I can’t recommend them enough.
Vietnam to London — Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
Fantastic professional company. We couldn’t have done this without them. My friend suffered a stroke and was paralysed on the right side. Due to a technicality, his insurance wouldn’t cover repatriation, so we had to go private. If anyone is ever in the same position, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SkyCare. They made a stressful situation feel manageable, and I’m so grateful for their calm, capable support throughout.
France to UK — Ski Injury Repatriation by SkyCare.
Fantastic service. I was repatriated from France after a skiing accident with multiple injuries. We contacted Craig at 4am and by 10pm I was home — ground ambulance, air ambulance, and ground ambulance again. Everything went smoothly with incredible medical care and kindness. After two miserable weeks in hospital, I finally felt safe and supported. I cannot thank SkyCare enough and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Vietnam to London — Stroke Repatriation by SkyCare.
Amazing team of people. My brother had a stroke in Vietnam and the insurance company were useless. SkyCare guided me through the process, sorted everything out, and got him safely home. The whole team were fantastic, but special thanks to the medical crew — Adam and Sarah — who flew out and did an incredible job. I can’t recommend SkyCare enough for their calm, professional help in such a difficult time.
UK to Malaysia — Long-Haul Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
If you’re in the UK looking for a repatriation company, I couldn’t recommend SkyCare enough. They arranged medical transport for my dad from London to Kuala Lumpur — a 12-hour flight. From my first message, they responded quickly and handled all documents and approvals efficiently. Huge thanks to Craig for making everything smooth and to Nurse Nav for caring for my dad the whole way home.
Spain to UK — Stroke Repatriation by SkyCare.
SkyCare were brilliant with us, helping to bring my dad home to England after he suffered a stroke in Spain. From the moment we reached out to the day of the repatriation itself, the entire team showed professionalism, compassion, and expertise. We felt fully supported and reassured throughout the process. Thank you to everyone involved — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SkyCare to anyone in a similar situation.
Las Palmas to UK — Air Ambulance Repatriation by SkyCare.
Thank you to Craig and Ben for organising our return home from Las Palmas. My dad was extremely anxious about the process, but everything ran so smoothly at every stage. Mum is now safe in Maidstone Hospital, and she’s just happy to be somewhere she can easily communicate. The whole experience was calm, compassionate, and professional — we really appreciate everything SkyCare did to make it seamless.
— Pete McNair (via email)
France to UK — COVID-Era Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
From first contact to the final update confirming safe arrival, SkyCare’s care and coordination were second to none. They handled all COVID testing, documents, and border requirements with professionalism and warmth. Repatriating two elderly parents during a pandemic was daunting, but they made the process seamless — even providing journey tracking door to door. Their genuine care and clear communication reassured us at every stage. I highly recommend SkyCare for compassionate international patient transfers.
Cannot thank the team at BM Ambulance enough for getting my Dad home from Spain. Craig/Sarah/James/Emma & Danny were all absolutely amazing. It was a huge 24 hour journey and they made Mum & Dad feel comfortable and safe the entire way. I don’t think my Dad would have made it without your help. He’s still not in the best of health but at least we have him home. We definitely could not have done this without you. Thank you all involved. Amazing people offering a fantastic service. x
BM Ambulance Service helped my son get home after he fell ill in France. They were fantastic from the start to finish. I do hope we never have to go through this again but if you are unfortunate enough to need this, I would highly recommend.
I would have given more than 5 stars if I could have. A big thank you to Craig, Sarah and John for the safe delivery of our much loved mum, mother in law, Nan and great grandmother from Spain after suffering a stroke.
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