Sardinia by helicopter: introduction
Fly to Sardinia and its exclusive coastline
Every summer, Sardinia attracts a discerning international clientele. Porto Cervo, Olbia, the island of Cavallo, Figari, Cagliari: these destinations are home to private residences, confidential hotels and beaches accessible only by sea… or by helicopter.
AEROAFFAIRES enables you to reach these destinations quickly from Sardinia, Corsica, Italy or the south of France. Our helicopter transfers are operated on demand, landing directly at your villa, yacht or one of the island’s many private heliports.
Practical information about your helicopter transfer in Sardinia
Flight times from Sardinia
Route | Estimated time |
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Olbia → Porto Cervo | 10 minutes |
Olbia → Cavallo Island | 18 minutes |
Olbia → Figari (Corsica) | 20 minutes |
Olbia → Cagliari | 60 minutes |
Olbia → Rome (center) | 65 minutes |
Olbia → Fiumicino – Ponte Galeria Heliport | 75 minutes |
Olbia → Nice | 90 minutes |
Olbia → Forte dei Marmi | 90 minutes |
Olbia → Monaco | 95 minutes |
Olbia → Saint-Tropez | 95 minutes |
Olbia → Capri | 105 minutes |
Porto Cervo → Cavallo Island | 13 minutes |
Porto Cervo → Figari | 18 minutes |
Porto Cervo → Cagliari | 65 minutes |
Porto Cervo → Fiumicino – Ponte Galeria | 75 minutes |
Porto Cervo → Forte dei Marmi | 90 minutes |
Porto Cervo → Capri | 115 minutes |
Times may vary according to weather conditions and local authorizations.
Olbia – Costa Smeralda airport
Located in northeastern Sardinia,Olbia airport (IATA: OLB – ICAO: LIEO) is an essential hub for private and commercial aviation in the Mediterranean. It boasts a terminal dedicated to business aviation, parking areas for private jets and an infrastructure perfectly suited to helicopter transfers.
It is also the main base of the Italian airline Meridiana.
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Address: Via degli Astronauti, 07026 Olbia OT, Italy
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GPS coordinates: 40°53′55″N, 9°31′53″E
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Altitude: 11 m
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Services: VIP handling, Jet A1 fuel, private terminal, customs
Porto Cervo Heliport – Villa La Contra
Located in the residential area of Liscia di Vacca, just a few minutes from the center of Porto Cervo, Villa La Contra’s private helipad is accessible by authorization only. It offers a discreet landing directly in the heart of the Costa Smeralda.
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GPS coordinates: 41°08′10″N, 9°30′55″E
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Altitude: 30 m
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Type: private heliport
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Use: landing reserved for residents or authorized guests
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Special feature: accessible day and night, depending on conditions
Porto Cervo – Serra Balestra heliport
Another strategic point on the Costa Smeralda, the Serra Balestra heliport is often used as an alternative to the La Contra helipad. It lies close to the Pevero Golf Club and offers quick access to the surrounding villas.
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Approximate coordinates: 41°08′20″N, 9°32′00″E
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Use: private, with prior authorization
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Services: ground reception, car transfer to villa or yacht.
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Helicopters used for flights in Sardinia
AEROAFFAIRES operates its transfers in Sardinia with high-performance, certified helicopters, such as :
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Airbus H125: robust, single-engine helicopter, ideal for demanding terrain, 5 passengers
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Airbus H130: quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for transfers from Olbia or Cagliari, up to 6 passengers
Each flight is tailor-made, with a professional crew and authorizations coordinated in advance.

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Here are two places we regularly recommend to our customers for their strategic location, quality of service and perfect integration into the spirit of the Costa Smeralda.
Recommended hotel: Cala di Volpe, Costa Smeralda
A member of The Luxury Collection, this emblematic hotel on the bay of Liscia Ruja offers a sophisticated Mediterranean setting. Typical architecture, discreet service, direct access to the sea and helicopter arrival options.
Recommended restaurant: ConFusion Boutique Restaurant – Porto Cervo
Michelin-starred chef Italo Bassi offers Italian and Japanese fusion cuisine in an intimate setting. Outstanding wine list, meticulous service and loyal clientele. Reservations essential in high season.
Book your helicopter transfer to/from Sardinia with AEROAFFAIRES
To reach Sardinia by air is to choose fluidity, comfort and high standards. Whether you’re arriving from Rome, Milan, Nice or Forte dei Marmi, AEROAFFAIRES offers tailor-made helicopter transfers, operated with recent aircraft, professional crews and a perfect understanding of local constraints.
Our team accompanies you from start to finish: landing authorizations, coordination with the captain of your yacht or the manager of your villa, anticipation of weather conditions… Each mission is designed to save you time without compromising quality.
Would you like to land directly in Porto Cervo, reach a property on Cavallo Island, organize a flight from a private estate or marina? We can adapt to your schedule and lifestyle.
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Isabelle CLERC
CEO AEROAFFAIRES

François-Xavier CLER
Founder AEROAFFAIRES
Our airline experts remain at your disposal to help you at every stage of your reservation.