Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rental & Hire
Portable oxygen concentrator hire for flights, cruises and holidays.
Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rental
Whether you’re flying abroad, embarking on a cruise or travelling for a holiday or business trip, needing supplemental oxygen does not have to stop you travelling. SkyCare Repatriation provides portable oxygen concentrator rental for customers who need oxygen whilst away from home, with UK-wide delivery and practical support from our experienced team.
Our rental service is also suitable for travellers who already own an oxygen concentrator but need a different model for a flight because their own equipment is not accepted by their airline for onboard use.
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Our team can explain the features, oxygen delivery methods, battery options and travel capabilities of the portable and transportable oxygen concentrators available for hire. It is your responsibility to ensure that the equipment you select is suitable for your prescribed oxygen therapy and medical requirements. If you’re unsure which type of oxygen delivery or setting you require, please speak to your doctor, respiratory specialist or prescribing clinician before hiring.
Our rental fleet currently includes the Inogen Rove 6 and SeQual Eclipse 5. The Rove 6 is a lightweight pulse-dose portable oxygen concentrator designed for travel, while the Eclipse 5 is a larger transportable oxygen concentrator that provides both pulse-dose and continuous-flow oxygen.
Our Oxygen Concentrators for Travel
Our rental fleet has been selected for reliable travel use on flights, cruises and holidays. The lightweight Inogen Rove 6 is a portable pulse-dose concentrator, while the SeQual Eclipse 5 is a larger transportable concentrator offering both pulse-dose and continuous-flow oxygen.
Rental prices start from just £28.95 per day, with your total hire cost automatically calculated when you complete our online rental request form. Please ensure the concentrator you select is suitable for your prescribed oxygen therapy and medical requirements, seeking advice from your treating clinician if you’re unsure.
Inogen Rove 6
The Inogen Rove 6 has been selected by SkyCare Repatriation for its portability, reliability and travel performance. This lightweight oxygen concentrator provides pulse-dose oxygen across six settings and meets FAA acceptance criteria for carriage and use onboard aircraft, subject to your airline’s own approval and requirements. Before hiring, please ensure that pulse-dose oxygen and the available settings are appropriate for your prescribed oxygen therapy.
- ✔ Meets FAA Acceptance Criteria for Air Travel
- ✔ Pulse-Dose Oxygen Delivery
- ✔ Up to 12.75 Hours Battery Life with Extended 16-Cell Battery at Setting 1*
- ✔ Lightweight & Compact Design
- ✔ Six Oxygen Settings
*Battery runtime varies according to oxygen setting, breathing rate, battery condition and operating conditions.
SeQual Eclipse 5
The SeQual Eclipse 5 is a larger wheeled transportable oxygen concentrator providing both continuous-flow and pulse-dose oxygen delivery. It offers continuous-flow oxygen from 0.5 to 3 L/min and pulse-dose settings from 1–9.
The Eclipse 5 is designed for travel and can be used on commercial aircraft subject to the airline’s individual approval, medical-equipment policy and seating requirements. It is also suitable for cruises and holidays where continuous-flow capability is required. Before hiring, please check that its oxygen delivery mode and available settings match the oxygen therapy prescribed for you.
- ✔ Suitable for Commercial Air Travel, Subject to Airline Approval
- ✔ Continuous-Flow & Pulse-Dose Oxygen Delivery
- ✔ Continuous Flow from 0.5 to 3 L/min
- ✔ Pulse-Dose Settings 1–9 with autoSAT® Technology
- ✔ AC & Rechargeable Battery Operation; Optional DC Vehicle Power Lead Available to Hire
Compare Our Oxygen Concentrators
| Feature | Inogen Rove 6 | SeQual Eclipse 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Size and portability | Lightweight portable unit; approximately 2.6 kg with the extended 16-cell battery | Larger transportable unit; 6.8 kg unit only and approximately 8.3 kg with battery, before cart/accessories |
| Pulse-dose oxygen | Yes, settings 1–6 | Yes, settings 1–9 |
| Continuous-flow oxygen | No | Yes, 0.5–3 L/min |
| Oxygen delivery | Pulse-dose only | Pulse-dose and continuous-flow |
| Commercial air travel | Meets FAA acceptance criteria; airline approval still required | Designed for airline travel; airline approval and seating requirements apply |
| Use at your destination | Portable pulse-dose operation | Pulse-dose or continuous-flow operation |
| Vehicle operation and charging | AC power supplied. DC vehicle operation requires an optional DC power lead, available to hire on request. | AC and rechargeable battery operation supplied. DC vehicle operation requires an optional DC power lead, available to hire on request. |
| Cruise holidays | Compact pulse-dose option for travel | Transportable pulse-dose and continuous-flow option |
| Battery performance | Up to 12.75 hours with extended 16-cell battery at setting 1; actual runtime varies | Runtime varies significantly according to oxygen mode and setting |
Choosing Your Rental Oxygen Concentrator
Our team can explain the features, oxygen delivery methods, battery performance and travel capabilities of each rental concentrator. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that the equipment you select is suitable for your prescribed oxygen therapy and medical requirements.
If you’re unsure whether you require pulse-dose or continuous-flow oxygen, or which oxygen setting or flow rate you need, please speak to your doctor, respiratory specialist or prescribing clinician before completing your rental request.
Everything You Need to Travel
Every oxygen concentrator rental includes the essential equipment needed for your journey. Your hire package includes:
- Selected Oxygen Concentrator
- Rechargeable Battery Appropriate to the Selected Model
- AC Mains Charger
- Protective Carry Case or Travel Cart, as Applicable
- User Guide & Operating Instructions
- One Single-Use Nasal Cannula
- Telephone Equipment Support Before You Travel
- Equipment Checked Before Dispatch
Additional batteries and spare nasal cannulas can be added to your rental where required. Your total hire cost will be calculated automatically when you complete the online rental request form.
Is an Oxygen Concentrator Right for You?
Portable and transportable oxygen concentrators provide different types and levels of oxygen delivery. Some provide pulse-dose oxygen only, while others can also provide continuous-flow oxygen. It is therefore important that you know the type of oxygen therapy, setting or flow rate that has been prescribed for you before selecting a machine.
You are responsible for ensuring that the oxygen concentrator you select is suitable for your prescribed oxygen therapy and medical requirements. If you’re unsure whether a concentrator is appropriate for you, or which oxygen delivery method or setting you require, please speak to your doctor, respiratory specialist or prescribing clinician before hiring.
Our team can explain how our rental equipment works, the oxygen delivery options available, battery performance, charging, accessories and practical considerations for flights, cruises and holidays. However, we cannot prescribe oxygen therapy or determine which equipment is clinically appropriate for you.
Once you know your prescribed oxygen requirements, we’ll make the rental process as straightforward as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Both the Inogen Rove 6 and SeQual Eclipse 5 in our rental fleet are designed for commercial air travel, subject to the individual airline’s approval and requirements. Approval of a concentrator does not automatically mean it can be used on every flight, so you should always confirm the exact model with your airline well before departure.
If you’re planning to travel with oxygen, read our detailed guide to flying with a portable oxygen concentrator for practical information about airline policies, medical clearance and battery planning.
Some airlines may ask you to complete a Medical Information Form (MEDIF) or provide medical documentation, particularly if you have recently been unwell or your oxygen requirements have changed. Other airlines may simply ask you to confirm the make and model of the concentrator you intend to use.
You should not rely on aircraft electrical power to operate or charge your oxygen concentrator. Carry sufficient fully charged batteries for your complete journey, including airport time, delays, diversions and connections, and follow your airline’s rules for carrying spare lithium batteries.
Before you travel, confirm:
- That your airline accepts the exact oxygen concentrator model you intend to use.
- Whether medical clearance, a MEDIF or supporting documentation is required.
- The battery duration your airline requires for the journey.
- How spare batteries must be packed and carried.
- Any restrictions on where the equipment may be stored or used during the flight.
SkyCare can explain the specifications, battery options and travel information for the equipment we supply. Your clinician remains responsible for your prescribed oxygen requirements, and your airline determines its own acceptance and medical-clearance requirements.
The number of batteries required depends on your prescribed oxygen setting, the concentrator model, the length of your journey and your airline’s requirements.
You should carry enough fully charged battery capacity to power the concentrator for your complete journey, including time at the airport, the flight itself, transfers and reasonable allowance for delays.
Some airlines apply a rule requiring battery capacity for at least 150% of the expected maximum flight duration. This is not a universal rule for every airline, so always check the specific requirement for your flight before travelling.
Battery runtime also varies according to oxygen setting and operating conditions. Higher settings generally reduce runtime, so two passengers using the same concentrator may need different numbers of batteries.
SkyCare can explain the published battery performance of each rental model and supply additional batteries where available. You are responsible for carrying sufficient battery capacity and complying with your airline’s rules.
Not everyone travelling with an oxygen concentrator requires a Fit to Fly certificate. The requirement depends on your medical circumstances and your airline’s individual policy.
If your condition is stable and you routinely use oxygen, your airline may not require additional medical documentation. If you have recently been admitted to hospital, your condition has changed, or you are travelling with oxygen for the first time, the airline may request medical clearance.
Some airlines use a Medical Information Form (MEDIF), while others may request a letter from your GP or respiratory specialist confirming that you are fit to travel and detailing your oxygen requirements.
SkyCare can explain the equipment information you may need to provide, including concentrator model and battery details. Your airline decides whether medical clearance is required, and your treating clinician is responsible for any medical certification.
Yes. Portable oxygen concentrators are frequently used by passengers travelling on cruise holidays and can provide a convenient source of oxygen whilst onboard and during shore excursions.
Before travelling, you should always inform your cruise operator if you intend to bring a portable oxygen concentrator, as they may have specific policies regarding medical equipment. Some cruise lines request advance notification or require medical documentation before departure.
It is also important to ensure you have sufficient battery capacity for excursions ashore and any periods where mains power may not be immediately available. Unlike aircraft, cruise ships generally provide opportunities to recharge batteries in your cabin, but it is still sensible to carry spare batteries when leaving the ship.
If your cruise begins overseas, remember that you will also need enough battery capacity for your flights to and from the embarkation port. Our team can explain the available equipment and battery options to help you plan your rental, but you should ensure your selected concentrator meets your prescribed oxygen requirements.
SkyCare Repatriation provides portable oxygen concentrator rental throughout the United Kingdom. Equipment is prepared, function tested and cleaned before dispatch to help ensure it arrives ready for use.
We aim to dispatch equipment in plenty of time for your departure, and we recommend submitting your hire request at least four working days before you travel.
Where possible, equipment should be delivered before your departure date, allowing time to familiarise yourself with its operation, charge the batteries if required and ask any questions before your journey begins.
If your travel is urgent, please contact SkyCare Repatriation directly. We will always do our best to help, although we cannot guarantee same-day or next-day dispatch.
If you experience a problem with your portable oxygen concentrator whilst travelling, contact SkyCare Repatriation as soon as possible. Our team will work with you to identify the issue and provide advice on the most appropriate course of action.
Many questions can be resolved quickly over the telephone, whether they relate to battery charging, alarms, operating the concentrator or general guidance on using the equipment. If we believe the issue cannot be resolved remotely, we will discuss the options available based on your location and circumstances.
We strongly recommend carrying all supplied accessories, including your chargers and spare batteries, throughout your journey and reading the operating instructions before you travel. Taking a little time to familiarise yourself with the equipment before departure can often prevent minor issues while you are away.
Our aim is to ensure you can continue your journey with confidence, and we will always do our best to support you should you require assistance during your hire period.
Yes. Some travellers already own an oxygen concentrator but discover that their airline will not accept that particular model for onboard use.
Subject to availability, SkyCare can provide a rental from our travel fleet, including the Inogen Rove 6 and SeQual Eclipse 5. You must still confirm the exact rental model with your airline before travelling, as each carrier sets its own medical-equipment and battery requirements.
You are also responsible for ensuring that the rental concentrator’s oxygen delivery mode and settings match your prescribed oxygen therapy. SkyCare can explain equipment specifications and battery options, but we cannot prescribe oxygen settings or provide airline medical clearance.
Our experienced team is here to help before you book.
Questions About Hiring an Oxygen Concentrator for Your Journey?
Whether you have questions about flying with oxygen, taking a concentrator on a cruise, battery requirements, airline acceptance, UK delivery or how our rental equipment works, we’re here to help. Contact SkyCare Repatriation by telephone or WhatsApp for practical equipment and rental support.
If your own concentrator is not accepted by your airline, tell us the model you normally use and your prescribed oxygen requirements and we can explain the travel-rental options available. If you’re unsure which oxygen delivery method, setting or flow rate you require, please speak to your doctor, respiratory specialist or prescribing clinician before selecting equipment.
Contact UsRequest Your Portable Oxygen Concentrator
Ready to request your rental? Please ensure the portable oxygen concentrator you select matches your prescribed oxygen requirements. If you’re unsure which oxygen delivery method, setting or flow rate you require, please speak to your doctor, respiratory specialist or prescribing clinician before completing the form.
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