Air Ambulance Services Between the United States and the United Kingdom
Emergency Medical Repatriation with Trusted British Medical Teams – US to UK
Urgent Medical Repatriation To or From the USA?
SkyCare provides 24/7 air ambulance and commercial medical escort services between the United States and the UK — supporting both inbound and outbound patients across the Atlantic.
If you need a medical flight from the USA to the UK, a medevac from America, or urgent medical repatriation following illness, injury or surgery, we offer a full bed-to-bed service. Our team handles everything — from clinical clearance and documentation to airline logistics and UK hospital handovers.
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Our emergency air ambulance from the United States is equipped for intensive care transfers, while our commercial medical escort service is ideal for stable patients who can fly on a scheduled airline with a doctor, nurse or paramedic. Every case is tailored to clinical need, urgency, and destination.
Trusted Experts in Transatlantic Medical Transport
SkyCare specialises in long-distance medical repatriation and has safely transported patients from major US cities including New York, Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami, Las Vegas, Boston and Chicago.
We’re trusted by families, embassies, insurers, and case managers for discreet, professional medical transport — whether by air ambulance or commercial medical escort.
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SkyCare provides rapid-response medical transport between the USA and the UK — including private air ambulance flights and commercial medical escort services. Whether the patient is recovering in a hospital, rehabilitation centre, care facility, or hotel, our experienced team manages the entire journey from bedside to destination. We are trusted by families, hospitals, and international insurers for long-distance repatriation across the United States — including New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Orlando, Las Vegas, Houston, and San Francisco.
Air Ambulance Transfers from USA
SkyCare arranges urgent air ambulance repatriation between the USA and the UK, providing fast, medically supervised transport for patients who are critically ill or recovering after surgery or trauma. Whether the patient is in a public hospital, private clinic, care facility, or hotel, our ICU-equipped aircraft and experienced British medical crews deliver safe, bedside-to-bedside care.
We operate regularly across the United States — supporting repatriations from New York, Florida, California, Texas, Illinois and other major regions. Our team coordinates every stage of the journey — including medical clearances, airfield permissions, and hospital handovers on both sides of the Atlantic.
SkyCare’s global medical network and UK-based operations team work around the clock to ensure patients and families receive expert guidance, real-time updates, and compassionate support at every stage.
Private Medical Escort from USA
For stable patients travelling between the USA and the UK, our commercial medical escort service offers a safe, cost-effective alternative to a private air ambulance. A SkyCare nurse, paramedic, or doctor accompanies the patient throughout the flight, providing clinical support and peace of mind from departure to arrival.
We coordinate departures from major U.S. international airports, working directly with airlines, airport staff, and receiving hospitals to ensure a smooth and timely journey. This service is ideal for patients being repatriated from the USA to the UK after illness, surgery, or treatment abroad — and also for those flying to the U.S. who require assistance in-flight. SkyCare manages every detail — from medical clearances and equipment to onboard care — making international travel safe and stress-free for patients and families alike.
Commercial Stretcher Flights from USA
For patients in the USA who are too unwell to sit upright, we offer commercial stretcher flights — a lower-cost alternative to a full air ambulance between the United States and the UK. The service uses a converted lay-flat stretcher with privacy screens and in-flight medical support where required.
We manage all airline approvals, medical documentation, and transfer logistics to ensure the patient’s journey is fully coordinated from departure to hospital handover in the UK.
Stretcher repatriation takes longer to arrange and is only available on select international carriers, but it offers substantial savings for patients who need to remain lying flat during long-haul travel.
Departures are typically arranged from major international airports such as New York (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), or Chicago O’Hare (ORD), depending on airline availability and medical clearance.
How to Arrange an Air Ambulance from the United States to the UK
- Request a Personalised Quote: Use our secure online form to receive a tailored quote based on your location in the United States, the patient’s medical condition, and the level of urgency.
- Confirm Medical Details & Booking: Review and approve the quote, submit relevant medical documentation, and complete payment to confirm your repatriation plan.
- Full Journey Coordination: We arrange every detail — including airport logistics, medical escort or air ambulance provision, and UK hospital or home arrival.
- Safe Repatriation: The patient is supported by our expert medical team with continuous care throughout the journey — from bedside in the USA to destination in the UK.
Why Choose SkyCare for Air Ambulance Services in the United States?
- 24/7 Rapid Response: Immediate medical repatriation from the United States to the UK, with same-day flight planning available in urgent cases.
- Dedicated Air Ambulance Fleet: ICU-configured aircraft available for emergency evacuations, intensive care transfers, and stable medical flights — all with UK-based clinical oversight.
- Expert Medical Team: Each flight is staffed by experienced doctors, nurses, or paramedics — equipped to manage a wide range of conditions, including post-operative recovery, cardiac events, or long-haul trauma care.
- Bed-to-Bed Coordination: We manage every detail — from hospitals, clinics, or homes in the U.S. to a smooth handover at your UK destination.
- Trusted by Families & Insurers: SkyCare is relied upon by private clients, international insurers, NHS trusts, and global assistance networks for safe, professional repatriation.
Air Ambulance Services by U.S. State – Click for Repatriation Info
SkyCare arranges urgent air ambulance and medical repatriation from across the United States. Choose a state below for more information on air ambulance options, hospital coordination, and local airport coverage.
Need fast, discreet air ambulance from a US state? Our UK-based team responds 24/7 and can arrange repatriation in as little as 24 hours.
Common Questions – Medical Repatriation Between the United States and the UK
SkyCare can often arrange air ambulance flights from the United States to the UK within 24 to 48 hours, depending on medical readiness, flight permits, and aircraft positioning. We operate from major international hubs including New York (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), Chicago (ORD), and Atlanta (ATL), as well as a wide range of regional airports across the U.S.
Each mission is carefully coordinated to ensure safety, speed, and compliance with both U.S. and UK medical aviation regulations.
If your loved one is hospitalised in the United States — especially far from family support — it’s often best to bring them home as soon as they’re medically stable. This is particularly important after surgery, serious illness, or trauma, where continuity of care in the UK can support recovery.
Once hospital discharge is possible, repatriation planning can begin. To understand the timing, read our guide on flying after surgery.
If the patient is insured, the first step is always to contact the insurance provider. However, many families choose to self-fund repatriation to avoid delays. SkyCare can often arrange a dedicated air ambulance within 24 to 48 hours.
Please note: when booking privately, full payment is required in advance. In some cases, you may be able to reclaim costs from your insurer afterward. Our team can assist with documentation to support your claim.
Commercial medical escort flights are also available from cities such as New York, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, and Los Angeles, though these may require additional coordination for airline approval and equipment layout.
What Factors Influence the Cost?
The cost of an air ambulance from the United States to the UK depends on multiple factors — including the patient’s condition, medical staffing requirements, departure location, and aircraft availability.
As a guide, prices for a dedicated long-haul air ambulance to London typically start from around £45,000. This base cost varies significantly depending on the U.S. departure city (e.g. New York vs. Los Angeles), required in-flight medical support, and the need for ground ambulance transport at either end.
We operate from major international airports including JFK (New York), LAX (Los Angeles), MIA (Miami), ORD (Chicago), ATL (Atlanta), and IAH (Houston), among others — allowing flexibility across all U.S. regions.
To receive an accurate, fixed-cost quote, contact our team or request a confidential quote online.
New York City is one of the most visited U.S. destinations by British nationals, and hospitalisation here can be extremely expensive. Many travel insurers act quickly to repatriate patients back to the UK for ongoing treatment.
If your loved one is receiving care at leading hospitals such as NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, Lenox Hill, or Bellevue, SkyCare can help coordinate urgent medical transport home.
We manage everything — including medical clearances, hospital discharge coordination, ambulance transfers to the airport, and a medically staffed flight to the UK.
Whether it’s an air ambulance or a commercial medical escort, we ensure continuous clinical care and a safe, dignified journey. Contact us 24/7 to begin repatriation planning.
The Medical Repatriation Process
- It starts with your initial call or message — our team will offer guidance, answer questions, and explain your options.
- We’ll review the patient’s condition, care needs, and travel requirements, then advise on the safest and most appropriate transport options.
- You complete our Quotation Request Form. Once all details are received, we’ll provide a clear, fixed-price quote (commercial clients may submit referrals via email).
- When the quote is accepted, planning begins immediately — our operations team coordinates every detail from departure to arrival.
- We liaise with the patient’s doctors to assess medical readiness and tailor the transport plan to their clinical needs.
- All travel logistics are arranged — including ambulances, equipment, aircrew, and escorts — for a smooth, safe transfer.
- A flight plan is filed, the aircraft and crew are prepared, and final safety checks are completed.
- Before departure, our medical team conducts a final Fit to Fly assessment to confirm the patient remains stable and cleared for transport.
- Throughout the journey, our team monitors progress in real time — keeping families, receiving hospitals, and road crews updated at every stage.
- After arrival, we follow up with the patient, family, and staff involved — ensuring a complete handover and feedback for continuous improvement.
The cost of a commercial stretcher flight between the USA and the UK varies significantly and is influenced by several factors — including the patient’s departure city, airline availability, and the medical clearance process required by the carrier. Not all commercial airlines offer stretcher arrangements from the United States, and those that do typically depart from major international hubs such as New York (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX), or Miami (MIA), with onward connections depending on airline route structure and clinical approval.
Commercial stretcher pricing is based on the number of flight legs, seat-blocking fees for the stretcher setup, and the complexity of documentation and medical oversight. While there are no fixed tariffs, this service can offer a substantial cost-saving compared to a private air ambulance — particularly for long-distance transatlantic repatriation.
Medical clearance is always required and must be granted by the airline’s medical department — even if the patient already has a local physician’s fit-to-fly letter. Read our fit-to-fly guide for more information.
Airline prices and medical approvals can change daily, so it’s essential to plan ahead. For a transparent quote and personalised advice, see our article: Medical Escort Pricing Explained or contact our team directly. You can also request a quote online.
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 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 full parental support
Fast, discreet, and medically supervised air transfers — trusted by families and insurers.
Need Immediate Medical Repatriation from the United States?
SkyCare provides private air ambulance and commercial medical escort services from the USA to the UK, available 24/7. Whether you’re assisting a loved one overseas, coordinating care for a client, or facing an urgent medical situation, our experienced UK-based team is here to help.
We offer full bed-to-bed medical repatriation — from ICU air ambulance flights for critical cases to escorted commercial flights for medically stable patients. We manage everything, including clearances, clinical reports, and bedside transfers from hospitals, care homes, hotels, or private residences across the United States.
We frequently assist British nationals needing repatriation from New York, Orlando, Miami, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Boston. From road accidents to cardiac events, strokes, or emergency surgery — we handle every clinical and logistical element with precision and care.
Call us now on +44 (0)203 150 3999 or request a confidential online quote.
We respond within minutes — and guide you through every step with clarity, compassion, and medical expertise.
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What our clients say.
Commercial Medical Escort from Turkey to London
Communication and arranging the difficult journey back to the UK with SkyCare was easy. The team guided us through all the necessary steps to arrange the permissions and were professional and understanding of all the issues.
On the day Tasha and Sam met us and travelled the whole journey back. The ambulance arranged both ends was on time and comfortable…
Air Ambulance from London to Italy
The SkyCare team proposed two options for repatriation and helped me all along explore them, understand them, and plan accordingly. Due to the nature of our emergency, plans changed all the time, but the SkyCare team were able to adapt on the fly, and produce new plans.
All along the communication was rapid, clear, professional, and I felt that someone was really taking care of our emergency.
Commercial Medical Escort from London to Bulgaria
I couldn’t praise Craig and the team more! Craig was a literal life-saver and helped me so much during one of the toughest times in my life. He organised everything in less than 24 hours. If you ever need medical repatriation, SkyCare are the one and only choice you should be considering.
Commercial Medical Escort from Colombia to Essex
The team were a godsend they brought my son back from a nightmare fall on holiday in Columbia. He was with the team and I flew separately home the next day. I had no worries once I met them of him going on his own with them they were so friendly and professional. Thank you to all the team in Columbia and in England arranging it, I would highly recommend this team if you unfortunately ever needed this care.
Commercial Medical Escort from Colombia
Abbie and Connor brought me back from Columbia and they done an exceptional job with transferring me on the connecting flight. Multiple changes on wheelchairs and as pain free as possible. I’m very grateful to them for getting home. Thank you so much to Sky care for arranging all of this.
Ambulance from Austria to the UK
I needed to repatriate a relative from Austria at really short notice following an accident. The team at Skycare were absolutely wonderful – they assembled a crew at a days notice, kept me updated throughout the trip and were so professional and trustworthy. I would absolutely recommend them. They made a really stressful situation so much better – thank you to Craig, Ben, Emma Charlie and whole crew. So grateful to you!
Air Ambulance from France to Suffolk
Big shout out to the whole SkyCare team for my repatriation last week. I spent 2 weeks in hospital in France from a skiing accident and major surgery. The whole day ran very smoothly and I couldn’t have been looked after any better…
Following a very poor and frustrating experience with a medical insurance company who seemed focussed only on delaying matters we contacted SkyCare to organise medical repatriation for a family member we needed to get back to the UK. From start to finish we felt SkyCare offered the highest level of service obviously wanting the best medically for our relative but also professionally and speedily dealing with the necessary administration and formalities when coming from Iceland to the UK…
“The team at SkyCare could not have done more in supporting me getting my partner home. The transfer care was second to none and the support leading up to the transfer was excellent. David (complete with his broken leg) arrived back to a bed in an NHS hospital arranged by SkyCare. There really are not enough superlatives to describe the difference Craig, Ben, Ross etc all made. Thank you.”
“SkyCare have truly been lifesavers for us and our daughter who was taken ill overseas. They not only arranged the escorted flight home for our daughter but undertook all the hard graft of locating and liaising with the relevant UK hospital to get our daughter admitted directly on arrival in the UK. First Class Service!”
I’m so grateful to Craig and the team at SkyCare for guiding us through a difficult period. The team were always responsive and went above and beyond to assist our specific circumstances and challenges, to find a solution that was a safe and practical for us. They were personal and professional and treated us with sensitivity and compassion. I would 100% recommend them to everyone.
Commercial Medical Escort from Funchal to London
At a very desperate time, I was fortunate enough to find SkyCare and their wonderful team. My mother had a stroke overseas. The insurance team let us down badly so I looked at finding independent services to repatriate her back to the UK. SkyCare were able to provide a detailed and transparent price breakdown within 2 hrs . They provided a new quote within 30 min when we had to adjust an element of the repatriation. My insurance service would not provide a detailed quote…
Road Ambulance from Worthing to London
A highly professional service, performed so efficiently at a moments notice, with kindness and even a little humour at such a difficult time for us. Highly recommend.
Craig and Ben were absolutely brilliant! The process was flawless and after the chaos of the incident that happened to my mum, Craig was fantastic in organizing everything so I didn’t need to worry! It went seamlessly and everyone was so kind! Best money spent to get my mum home for emergency surgery!! Hi Craig my name is Frank father of Louise (patient) & grandad of Liberty. Your company is exceptional, professional, with a wonderful caring attitude. Thank you so much for looking after my daughter. I recommend your company highly.
Superb service, from first contact to a positive result of repatriating my husband to a UK hospital, the support and care was fantastic. My husband Jim had a stroke at our house in Greece, after emergency treatment he was placed on a ward, which was awful. He had lost his speech and all movement on his right hand side. It is up to relatives to look after the patient in hospital, they only provide medical care. I was so stressed, trying to care for him…
Medical Repatriation Advice and Support
I recently spoke to Craig from SkyCare when my mum was seriously injured overseas and it looked like a medical repatriation was needed. His advice and communication was superb, helping me to navigate a market which appears to be full of brokers with misleading prices and shocking reviews. Fortunately, my mum was deemed stable enough to fly home commercially, and yet Craig still continued to provide advice even though…
Air Ambulance from Spain to London
SkyCare were beyond brilliant with us bringing my Dad back home to Wales by Air Ambulance after he suffered a major stroke in Tenerife. We were really impressed with the whole team’s professionalism and expertise from the first moment we contacted them to the day of the repatriation and even managing to reserve Dad a bed in the Stroke unit in Wrexham Hospital to avoid the delay and trauma of A&E after a very long day travelling…
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
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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