Air ambulance from Europe to the US: cost, timing and a free quote

Reviewed by the AirAmbulance.org editorial team · Updated 6 November 2026 · Editorial policy

Getting a patient home from Europe usually means a long-range air ambulance jet across the Atlantic, or a medical escort or stretcher on a commercial flight.

Your options

• Long-range air ambulance jet: bed to bed with a medical crew, often with a fuel stop.
• Stretcher on a commercial flight: for stable patients who can't sit up, where the airline can accommodate it.
• Seated medical escort: for stable patients who can sit up for take-off and landing.

Steps

• Medical report and fit-to-fly assessment from the treating hospital.
• Insurance or assistance company approval, if covered.
• US receiving hospital or home-care arrangements.
• Passports, medical records and medication lists ready to travel.

General information only, not medical, legal or insurance advice. Rules, coverage and prices change; confirm with your provider and insurer.