A Guide to Helicopter Charters in Fiji
Swap lengthy road or boat excursions for a quick flight to your chosen resort in Fiji. Not only can you transition into “Fiji time” soon after arriving at Nadi International Airport, but any flight by helicopter is a magical experience capturing stunning vistas of azure waters, coral reefs, inland mountains and/or small island atolls. If you want to arrive at your resort in style with a transfer or even charter a helicopter exclusively for your group, take a look at the guide on where to hire a helicopter in Fiji!
Note that “helicopter transfers” refer to flights with set rates and times, possibly shared with other travellers, while a “private charter” goes at your selected time for your group only.
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10 Things to Know About Hiring a Helicopter in Fiji
Before we jump into the details of chartered helicopter flights in Fiji, here’s a quick summary of the things you need to know:
- Helicopter flights are subject to weather conditions. See typical weather conditions in Fiji here.
- Note that helicopters have a baggage limit of 15 kg (33 lb), so be sure to pack light if taking a helicopter.
- On top of that, there are people weight limits for certain aircraft. It’s often the case that passengers over 90kg (198lb), 100kg (220lb) or 123kg (270lb) are subject to an excess weight charge depending on how many people are scheduled on the flight.
- Child fares are available for helicopter transfers, so be sure to enquire.
- Some helicopter companies offer services for filming, photography and medical evacuations.
- When organising a flight time with the helicopter operator connecting to your arrival flight into Fiji, remember to allow yourself at least one hour to get through customs.
- Helicopters go limited distances: if you want to reach remoter islands, like the Lomaiviti Islands, Kadavu, the Lau Group or even from Nadi to Suva, you will need to take a fixed-wing aircraft instead. Check out Where to Hire a Plane and Seaplane in Fiji for more details.
- Scenic tours are available – Find out more about our favourite tours in 10 Best Scenic Flights in Fiji.
- For island transfers or scenic flights, there usually needs to be at least two adult-fare passengers booked. If you’re travelling solo, you may be put on standby until the helicopter flight has more passengers.
- Many mistake a helicopter transfer for a private flight. Although that is sometimes the case by chance, “helicopter transfers” refer to flights with set rates and times, possibly shared with other travellers. “Private charters”, on the other hand, depart as close to your selected time as possible and are exclusively for you and your group.
For more tips, see our comparison between Helicopter or Seaplane for Island Transfers in Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.comHeli-Tours Fiji
If you’re looking for a thrilling way to island-hop in Fiji, Heli-Tours Fiji might just be your ticket to paradise! They offer transfers, charter flights, and even commercial operations like aerial filming (imagine the Instagram stories!). You can zip between Nadi Airport and selected resorts in the Mamanuca Islands, Yasawa Islands, Coral Coast, and Pacific Harbour and Beqa.
Choose your ride: either the nimble Robinson R44 (perfect for three friends) or the roomier AS355 Twin Engine Squirrel (great for a family of five). Just remember, pack light! There’s a 15 kg (33 lb) baggage limit per person – see the Fiji Packing List: What to Pack for Fiji for the essentials.
Most helicopter adventures take off from Nadi, particularly from Nadi Airport. It’s like the Grand Central Station of Fijian helicopter transfers! But if you’re staying on Denarau Island, don’t worry – you can hop on board from there, too. And the best part? They’ll pick you up from your hotel.
Fancy a scenic tour of the islands instead? Check out our Guide to Helicopter Tours in Fiji.
© FijiPocketGuide.comIsland Hoppers Fiji
Island Hoppers Fiji have been whisking travellers across Fiji’s breathtaking islands for over 45 years. They are a fantastic option for a quick transfer from Nadi Airport to your dreamy resort in the Mamanuca Islands, Yasawa Islands, or along the stunning Coral Coast. And if you’re in a rush to start your holiday, their express transfer between Nadi and Denarau will have you sipping cocktails by the pool in no time.
What’s more, these sky-high specialists also offer charter flights from Nadi to Pacific Harbour and the Suncoast. So whether you’re after adrenaline-pumping adventures or laid-back luxury, Island Hoppers Fiji will get you there in style.
Now, here’s the nitty-gritty (because we know you love the details): All their helicopters are air-conditioned, and you can bring up to 15 kg (33 lb) of luggage per person. Just remember, they need at least two passengers to take off – so grab a friend and make it a party in the sky!
Trust us, once you’ve seen Fiji from above, you’ll never want to travel any other way.
© FijiPocketGuide.comPacific Island Air
Get ready to soar over Fiji’s stunning islands with Pacific Island Air! They’re your go-to for both airport transfers and private charters from Nadi Airport. While their seaplane services cover all regions (talk about island-hopping in style!), their helicopter adventures are a bit more selective. You can hop aboard a chopper to explore Denarau Island, the Mamanuca Islands, Yasawa Islands, the Coral Coast, the Pacific Harbour, the Suncoast and Vanua Levu.
Fancy a bit of island-hopping? Pacific Island Air has got you covered with inter-island flights in the Mamanuca Islands. They use an Airbus AS355 helicopter with a baggage limit of 15 kg (33 lb) – so pack light! And for those who like their rides cool and comfy, you’re in for a treat. Their EC130 B4 helicopters come with air conditioning.
So, whether you’re after a quick transfer or a scenic flight to remember, Pacific Island Air is ready to give your Fijian adventure a lift – literally!
© FijiPocketGuide.comPlane and Seaplane Flights
If you want to get a little further in Fiji while still getting the private charter experience, consider using one of the fixed-wing flights available. Planes and seaplanes are on offer to take you directly to selected resorts, as well as more remote destinations, such as Suva, the Lomaiviti Islands, Taveuni and the Lau Islands.
See Where to Hire a Plane or Seaplane in Fiji for more information on transfers and charter flights.
More About How to Hire a Helicopter in Fiji
That’s it for our guide to how to hire a helicopter in Fiji; for more information about scenic flights and transportation in Fiji, check out the following articles:
Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find it in The Complete Guide to Domestic Flights in Fiji.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
- Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
- Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
- Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
- Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
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