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Helicopter Nice to Monaco

Helicopter waiting for passengers on a Monaco heliport, with the harbour and yachts below

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Updated January 2026. Based on the companies listed on Flying Engineer.

Helicopter transfers between Nice and Monaco

5 companies across 76 countries. Updated 28 October 2026.

Monaco has no airport, so most visitors arriving by air land at Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and finish the trip by helicopter. The flight from Nice airport to the Monaco Heliport takes about 7 minutes; the same journey by road takes 40 minutes to an hour, depending on traffic.

The Monaco Heliport

The Héliport de Monaco is in the Fontvieille district, behind the Stade Louis II. It opened in 1976 and is run by Monaco's Direction de l'Aviation Civile. Passengers flying out of Nice can check in at the heliport for domestic and most international departures before the short hop to the airport.

Operators

  • Monacair, founded in 1988, runs the regular line between Nice airport and Monaco, departing every 30 minutes during the day, as well as private and panoramic flights. Its fleet includes the Airbus H125, H130, H135 and H155, the Bell 429 and the AW109, with further bases in Cannes, Annecy and Saint-Tropez.
  • Héli Air Monaco, founded in 1976, flies private transfers from Monaco and the Riviera to France, Italy, Switzerland, Corsica and Sardinia, plus scenic flights. It has carried more than 3.5 million passengers and operates from Monaco, Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez.

Prices

Published fares in October 2026 for a seat on the shared line between Nice airport and Monaco, one way: €190 with Héli Sécurité, €195 with Monacair and from €195 through Blade. Héli Sécurité listed private Monaco to Nice flights from €750 as an indicative price. Héli Air Monaco quotes Nice to Monaco helicopter transfers from €750, taxes included. The allowance on its helicopters is typically two suitcases and four light bags. Private transfers are priced per flight and depend on the helicopter type and number of passengers, so ask the operators for a quote. Check current fares with the operator before you book, as prices change.

Learning to fly helicopters in Monaco

The Aéroclub de Monaco, founded in 1941, trains private helicopter pilots (PPL(H)) at the heliport on Robinson R44s and offers a 30-minute trial flight for beginners.

Common questions

How long is the helicopter flight from Nice to Monaco? About 7 minutes, from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to the Monaco Heliport in Fontvieille.

Is there a regular service, or do I need a private flight? Both. Monacair runs a scheduled line every 30 minutes during the day; both operators also fly private transfers on request.

How much does a helicopter from Nice to Monaco cost? A seat on the shared line cost €190 to €195 one way in October 2026. A private helicopter costs more and is quoted per flight, but can be shared by a group.

When is it busiest? Around the Monaco Grand Prix in May and the Monaco Yacht Show in September. Book early for those weeks.