Air Ambulance, Medevac & Medical Repatriation from Turkey to the UK
Urgent medical flights, medevac (medivac) and air ambulance services from Turkey to the UK
Urgent Medevac & Medical Repatriation Services from Turkey
SkyCare provides urgent medical evacuation from Turkey to the UK, including private air ambulance, escorted medical flights, and international stretcher repatriation on commercial airlines. Our 24/7 service supports families, insurers, and hospitals across Turkey — from resort towns to major cities.
Whether the patient is in Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya, Izmir, Bodrum, or Dalaman, we can help. Our experienced repatriation team is available 24/7 to assist families, insurers, and hospitals in arranging fast, safe medical evacuation from Turkey to the UK — often within 24 hours.
With bilingual coordination and UK-based clinical oversight, we manage every aspect — from intensive care air ambulance flights and emergency medevac missions to bed-to-bed transfers with qualified nurse or paramedic escorts. We also handle all medical documentation, international clearances, and hospital coordination.
We work directly with public hospitals, private clinics, hotels, and recovery centres across Turkey to collect patients safely and efficiently. All medical repatriation from Turkey to the UK is tailored to the patient’s medical condition, urgency, and location.
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Safe, Swift Medical Transport from Turkey to the UK
SkyCare provides rapid-response medical transport across Turkey — including private air ambulances and medical escorts on commercial flights. Whether the patient is in a holiday resort, private clinic, or recovering post-surgery, our bilingual team coordinates the entire journey from bedside to UK destination. We’re trusted by families, hospitals, and international insurers throughout Istanbul, Antalya, Izmir, Bodrum, Marmaris, and Fethiye, as well as nearby areas such as Dalaman, Kuşadası, and Ankara. Many patients begin their journey in popular tourist regions or medical centres offering cosmetic surgery, dentistry, or specialist care — and we’re ready to respond with safety, discretion, and clinical oversight.
Private Air Ambulance from Turkey
SkyCare arranges urgent air ambulance repatriation from Turkey to the UK and across Europe. Whether the patient is in a private clinic, undergoing treatment at a cosmetic surgery centre, or recovering in a resort hotel, our ICU-equipped aircraft and clinical teams provide discreet, bedside-to-bedside care.
We operate regularly from Turkey’s main medical and tourism hubs — supporting patients in Istanbul, Antalya, Izmir, Bodrum, Marmaris, and Fethiye, with flights departing from international airports in Istanbul and Antalya.
Our English and Turkish-speaking teams coordinate every detail — from hospital release and medical clearances to airfield logistics and UK handovers — ensuring a calm, safe return home for every patient.
Commercial Medical Escort Flights from Turkey
For stable patients in Turkey who are medically fit to fly, our commercial medical escort service offers a safe, dignified, and cost-effective alternative to a private air ambulance. A SkyCare nurse, paramedic, or doctor accompanies the patient from bedside to bedside, providing continuous clinical oversight throughout the journey.
We coordinate departures from all major Turkish airports, including Istanbul and Antalya, and work closely with airlines, airport authorities, and receiving hospitals in the UK. This service is ideal for medical repatriation to the UK or Europe from cities and regions such as Izmir, Bodrum, Dalaman, Marmaris, Fethiye, and Ankara.
How to Arrange an Air Ambulance from Turkey to the UK
- Request a Personalised Quote: Use our secure online form to receive a tailored quote based on your location in Turkey, the patient’s condition, and level of urgency.
- Confirm Medical Details & Booking: Approve the quote, submit medical documentation, and complete payment to confirm your medical repatriation from Turkey.
- Full Journey Coordination: We manage everything — from ground arrangements at the Turkish hospital to the air ambulance flight and arrival handover in the UK.
- Safe Repatriation to the UK: The patient is escorted by our expert medical team with continuous in-flight care, right through to hospital admission or home transfer.
Why Choose SkyCare for Air Ambulance Services in Turkey?
- 24/7 Rapid Response: Immediate medical repatriation from Turkey to the UK, including next-day departures from Istanbul or Antalya when available.
- Dedicated Air Ambulance Fleet: ICU-equipped aircraft ready for emergency evacuations, post-surgery transfers, and planned medical flights.
- Expert Medical Team: Each flight is staffed by experienced doctors, critical care nurses, or paramedics trained in international medical transport and in-flight care.
- Bed-to-Bed Coordination: We manage everything — from Turkish hospitals, private clinics, or resort pickups to direct handover at your chosen UK hospital or home.
- Trusted by Families & Insurers: SkyCare is relied on by British families, assistance companies, global insurers, and international hospitals for discreet, high-standard medical repatriation.
Frequently Asked Questions – Air Ambulance from Turkey
SkyCare can typically arrange an air ambulance from Turkey to the UK within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the patient’s condition, medical clearance, and aircraft availability. Flight times from Istanbul or Antalya start from approximately 4 hours, allowing many missions to be completed within the same day once confirmed.
We support patients across Turkey — whether they’re in private hospitals, recovery hotels, or holiday resorts. Common collection points include:
- Istanbul – Turkey’s main hub for private hospitals, surgery, and medical tourism
- Antalya – major resort region with dental and cosmetic clinics
- Izmir – Aegean coastal city serving expats and regional clinics
- Bodrum – luxury coastal town popular with British travellers and private patients
- Marmaris – resort area with budget clinics and package holiday tourists
- Fethiye – scenic destination often used for post-surgery recovery stays
- Dalaman – gateway airport to southwestern resorts
- Kuşadası – cruise port and wellness region near Ephesus
- Ankara – the capital city, occasionally used for diplomatic or long-term patients
Wherever your loved one is located in Turkey, our experienced team can coordinate a medically safe, UK-regulated return home — with full discretion and clinical oversight.
While many hospitals in Turkey are modern and well-equipped, the private healthcare system can feel transactional to some international patients — especially when additional tests or treatments are recommended without clear explanation. This has led some British families to feel uncertain or uncomfortable continuing care abroad.
In these cases, returning to the UK may be the preferred choice — particularly if the patient is anxious, facing language barriers, or simply wishes to be closer to home. SkyCare arranges safe, fully managed repatriation from Turkish hospitals and clinics once the patient is medically fit to travel.
To better understand your options, please read this article written by our own Dr Lee Collier.
What Factors Influence the Cost?
The cost of an air ambulance from Turkey to the UK depends on several factors, including the patient’s condition, the departure city in Turkey (e.g. Istanbul, Antalya, or Izmir), and the level of medical support required on board.
At SkyCare, we offer clear, fixed-price quotations that include the air ambulance flight, medical escort team, ground handling at both ends, and full coordination with hospitals or clinics in Turkey and the UK.
To receive a personalised quote, contact our team or request a quote online.
An air ambulance is a fully equipped medical aircraft, staffed by a critical care team and designed to deliver in-flight intensive care. This option is ideal for patients who are too unwell to fly commercially — including those requiring ventilator support, cardiac monitoring, or stretcher transport. Flights from Turkey operate on-demand and can typically depart within 24 to 48 hours from airports in Istanbul or Antalya.
In contrast, a medical escort involves one of our licensed clinicians — such as a nurse, paramedic, or doctor — accompanying the patient on a commercial airline. This cost-effective option suits medically stable patients who don’t need intensive intervention but require professional monitoring, medication support, or assistance with mobility and customs procedures throughout the journey.
SkyCare offers both services from Turkey, with full bedside-to-bedside coordination — including medical clearances, hospital handovers, airline liaison, and ground transfers in both Turkey and the UK.
Some families do choose local providers — particularly if speed is the only priority. Turkish-based crews can sometimes depart more quickly, as they’re able to overnight in the UK after drop-off. In contrast, our UK-based team must fly into Turkey, overnight, and return the following day — which may add up to 24 hours to the overall timeline.
However, many British families and insurers prefer the reassurance of a UK-operated team. With SkyCare, you benefit from:
- British clinical oversight and governance
- Fixed, transparent pricing with no hospital affiliations
- No upselling of treatment or unnecessary procedures
- Experienced medical staff trained in international repatriation
We’re accountable to UK standards — and our sole focus is the patient’s safe and respectful return home. Many families tell us they chose SkyCare because they felt unsure about continuing care in Turkey or trusting a provider linked to a local hospital.
We’re available 24/7 to arrange urgent air ambulance flights from Turkey to the UK.
Need Immediate Medical Repatriation from Turkey?
SkyCare provides 24/7 private air ambulance, commercial medical escort, and ground ambulance services from Turkey to the UK. Whether you’re managing post-surgical recovery in Istanbul, arranging urgent transfer from Antalya, or supporting a loved one in a coastal resort — our expert medical team is here to help.
We offer complete bed-to-bed medical repatriation: from ICU air ambulance transfers for critical cases, to escorted commercial flights for stable patients. All flights are medically staffed, fully coordinated, and designed around the patient’s safety and dignity.
Call us now on +44 (0)203 150 3999 or request a confidential quote online.
We respond within minutes — and handle every step with compassion, clarity, and British clinical governance.
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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.
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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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