Helipad
Ajaccio
Private helicopter charter from Nice to Ajaccio Napoléon-Bonaparte Airport (AJA), on the Gulf of Ajaccio a few kilometres from the city centre. Gateway to southern Corsica and the Sanguinaires islands. Quote on request.
The helipad
Getting there
Napoléon-Bonaparte Airport sits on the shore of the Gulf of Ajaccio, a few kilometres from the city centre. It is the gateway to southern Corsica: the old town and the port are a quarter of an hour away by car, and the Sanguinaires coastal road runs on along the gulf to the west. From Nice, the flight takes about 1 h 15, entirely over water.
When to go
The airport is served year-round. Southern Corsica's season runs from April to October, with a sharp peak in July and August; June and September offer the same sea with far quieter beaches and easier slots.
Routes
Helicopter flights to and from Ajaccio
FAQ
Frequently asked
How long is the helicopter flight from Nice to Ajaccio?
About 1 h 15 in the air, entirely over water. The same journey takes six to twelve hours by ferry from Nice or Toulon, and half a day by airline once check-in and transfers are counted.
Why is the route flown on a twin-engine helicopter?
Extended overwater flight is regulated: it requires a twin-engine aircraft and life jackets on board. The crossing is therefore operated on an Airbus H135 or Leonardo AW109, carrying up to five passengers.
Is a passport needed to fly from Nice to Corsica?
No: it is a French domestic flight. Valid photo ID is required at boarding, as on any domestic airline flight.