Air Ambulance, Medevac & Medical Repatriation from New York and the UK
Urgent medical flights, medevac (medivac) and air ambulance services from New York and the UK
Urgent Medevac & Medical Repatriation Services from New York
SkyCare provides urgent medical evacuation from New York to the UK, including private air ambulance, escorted medical flights, and bed-to-bed transfers with paramedic or doctor escorts. Our UK-based team is available 24/7 to support patients, families, insurers, and hospitals throughout the state of New York — especially New York City, Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island.
If someone experiences a medical emergency in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Long Island — whether due to illness, accident, or a post-surgical complication — SkyCare can arrange a complete bed-to-bed transfer to the UK with full ICU-level support.
A typical mission begins with hospital discharge from facilities such as Mount Sinai or NYU Langone, followed by ground ambulance to JFK or Newark Airport. After in-flight care from our British medical crew, the patient is delivered straight to a UK hospital — usually in London, Birmingham, or Manchester — all within 24–48 hours.
Whether you need a critical care air ambulance from New York, a commercial stretcher transfer, or a post-surgery medical escort back to the UK, we manage everything. Our case managers coordinate medical clearance, airline bookings, clinical reports, hospital handovers, and ground ambulance transport — with full British clinical oversight.
We also support patients who are in stable condition but unable to fly alone — including elderly travellers, expats, or tourists. Our commercial medical escort flights include oxygen, monitoring, and full travel documentation, and are often arranged within 24–48 hours.
Specialists in Transatlantic Repatriation & ICU Air Ambulance Flights
SkyCare specialises in long-haul medical repatriation from the US to the UK, with New York among the most common departure points. We work with private hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and major city clinics across the state to deliver rapid, safe patient transfers. Every flight is tailored to the patient’s medical condition, destination, and timeline.
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Fast, Specialist Medical Repatriation To and From New York, USA
SkyCare provides rapid-response medical repatriation between New York and the United Kingdom — including private air ambulance flights and commercial medical escort services. Whether the patient is in a hospital, rehabilitation centre, care facility, or hotel, our British-led team manages every aspect of the journey, bedside to bedside.
We regularly support patients from across New York City and surrounding areas, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Long Island. Popular pickup points include major hospitals such as NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, and Lenox Hill, as well as hotels near Times Square, Central Park, and JFK Airport.
SkyCare is trusted by families, hospitals, and international insurers to deliver fast, medically sound repatriation from New York to the UK — with 24/7 availability and fixed-price quotes.
Private Air Ambulance From New York, USA
SkyCare arranges urgent air ambulance repatriation between New York 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 from New York City and surrounding areas — including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and Westchester. Our medical flights often depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), with rapid clearances arranged by our clinical and flight operations teams.
SkyCare’s 24/7 UK-based coordination centre and global medical network ensure that patients and families receive expert guidance, transparent updates, and compassionate care at every stage of the repatriation process.
Private Medical Escort From New York
For stable patients travelling between New York and the UK, our commercial medical escort service offers a safe and cost-effective alternative to a private air ambulance. A SkyCare nurse, paramedic, or doctor accompanies the patient throughout the flight, providing medical supervision, reassurance, and continuity of care.
We coordinate departures from New York’s international airports, including JFK and Newark Liberty (EWR), working closely with airlines, airport teams, and receiving hospitals to ensure a smooth, medically supported journey. This service is ideal for patients being repatriated from New York to the UK after illness, surgery, or hospitalisation abroad — and also for those flying to New York who require medical assistance during the flight. SkyCare manages every detail — from medical clearances to onboard oxygen and equipment — to make international medical travel safe and stress-free.
How to Arrange an Air Ambulance from New York to the UK
- Request a Personalised Quote: Use our secure online form to receive a tailored quote based on your location in New York, 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 medical clearances, airport logistics at JFK or Newark, medical escort or air ambulance provision, and UK arrival support.
- Safe Repatriation: The patient is accompanied by our expert medical team with continuous care throughout the journey — from bedside in New York to their final destination in the UK.
Why Choose SkyCare for Air Ambulance Services in the New York?
- 24/7 Rapid Response: Immediate medical repatriation from New York to the UK, with same-day flight planning available in urgent cases.
- Dedicated Air Ambulance Fleet: ICU-configured aircraft ready for emergency evacuations, intensive care transfers, and stable medical flights — all managed with UK-based clinical oversight.
- Expert Medical Team: Each flight is staffed by experienced doctors, nurses, or paramedics — equipped to handle a wide range of conditions, including post-operative care, stroke, cardiac events, or long-haul trauma recovery.
- Bed-to-Bed Coordination: We manage the entire journey — from New York hospitals, care homes, or hotels to a safe handover at your destination in the UK.
- Trusted by Families & Insurers: SkyCare is relied on by private families, international insurers, NHS trusts, and assistance providers for safe, discreet medical repatriation from New York.
Common Questions – Medical Repatriation Between New York and the UK
SkyCare can often arrange air ambulance flights from New York to the UK within 24 to 48 hours, depending on medical readiness, flight permits, and aircraft availability. We operate primarily from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), with the ability to support patients across all five boroughs and nearby counties.
Each mission is carefully coordinated to ensure safety, speed, and full compliance with both U.S. and UK medical aviation regulations — including bedside-to-bedside handover and 24/7 clinical oversight.
If your loved one is hospitalised in New York — especially far from family or support networks — it’s often best to bring them home to the UK as soon as they’re medically stable. This is particularly important after surgery, serious illness, or trauma, where continuity of care under the NHS can support long-term recovery.
Once hospital discharge is possible, repatriation planning can begin. To understand the timing and safety considerations, read our guide on flying after surgery.
If the patient is insured, the first step is to contact the insurance provider. However, many families choose to self-fund medical repatriation to avoid delays. SkyCare can often arrange a dedicated air ambulance from New York within 24 to 48 hours.
Please note: when booking privately, full payment is required in advance. In some cases, costs can later be reclaimed from your insurer. Our team can provide supporting documentation to help with your claim.
Commercial medical escort flights are also available from New York’s international airports, though these may require additional coordination for airline approval and in-flight medical equipment.
What Factors Influence the Cost?
The cost of an air ambulance from New York to the UK depends on several key factors — including the patient’s medical condition, the level of in-flight care required, flight distance, and aircraft availability.
As a guide, prices for a dedicated long-haul air ambulance to London from New York typically start from around £55,000. This base rate varies based on in-flight medical staffing (doctor, nurse, paramedic), aircraft type, and whether ground ambulance transport is needed at either end.
SkyCare operates primarily from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), ensuring rapid access for patients across the New York metropolitan area.
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.
SkyCare can coordinate medical repatriation from all major airports in the New York area, including John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). We also work directly with many hospitals across the state, including Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, Lenox Hill, and NewYork‑Presbyterian.
If the patient is located elsewhere in New York state, we can arrange ambulance transfers from regional hospitals to a suitable international departure point.
Yes — all SkyCare services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and operate under a UK Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC #2480). We are also members of the British Business and General Aviation Association (BBGA), the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), and the International Assistance Group (IAG). These accreditations reflect our commitment to safe, ethical, and professionally governed medical repatriation.
A typical repatriation begins with hospital discharge and medical clearance from a facility such as Mount Sinai or NYU Langone. SkyCare then arranges ambulance transfer to JFK or Newark Airport (EWR), provides in-air intensive care during the flight, and manages a seamless to the destination hospital in the UK — often in London, Birmingham, or Manchester. Most missions are completed within 24 to 48 hours.
Fast, discreet, and medically supervised air transfers — trusted by families and insurers.
Need Immediate Medical Repatriation from New York City?
SkyCare provides private air ambulance and commercial medical escort services from New York to the UK, available 24/7. Whether you’re supporting a loved one abroad, managing a complex medical case, or urgently need clinical advice — our experienced team is here to help.
We deliver full bed-to-bed medical repatriation — including ICU air ambulance flights for critical care and escorted commercial travel for stable patients. From hospitals and clinics to care facilities and hotels, we manage every stage of the journey with medical precision.
We regularly assist British nationals who fall ill or are injured while visiting New York City, Long Island, and surrounding areas. Whether the cause is a cardiac event, stroke, post-surgical need, or accident, our medical and logistics teams coordinate fast, safe return to the UK.
Call us now on +44 (0)203 150 3999 or request a confidential quote online.
We respond within minutes — and handle every detail with clarity, compassion, and clinical expertise.
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What our clients say.
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
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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International Assistance Group (IAG) accredited
AOC (Air operator certificate) #2480
British Business & General Aviation Association
European Business Aviation Association
