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Private Helicopter Transfer
Athens to Paxoi (Paxos)
Ionian luxury, delivered in under two hours
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Flight Time
~1h 40–45m
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From
€10,900
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Aircraft
Airbus H135 / Airbus AS355 TwinStar
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Certification
EASA Certified
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✦ Twin-engine helicopters ✦ Private Athens helipad ✦ Ionian overwater routing ✦ Private island transfers ✦ EASA certified aircraft
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Quick Answer
Athens to Paxoi (Paxos) by Private Helicopter: Essential Summary
A private helicopter from Athens to Paxoi takes approximately 1 hour 40–45 minutes. Prices start from €10,900 for the Airbus AS355 TwinStar and €12,000 for the Airbus H135, one way, per aircraft, VAT inclusive.
Fly G Aviation provides EASA certified helicopters and airplanes and coordinates private helicopter and airplane services from the private Athens helipad located approximately 15 minutes from Athens International Airport.
Paxoi has no airport and no direct fast ferry from Athens. The conventional road-and-ferry route can become a full-day journey, while a private helicopter transfer offers the most direct private option for travellers who need schedule control.
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Departure
Private Athens helipad, approximately 15 minutes from Athens International Airport
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Flight Time
H135: approximately 1h40 · AS355: approximately 1h45
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Pricing
AS355 from €10,900 · H135 from €12,000 · one way · per aircraft · VAT inclusive
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Capacity
H135: up to 6 passengers · AS355 TwinStar: up to 5 passengers
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Routing
Athens to Paxoi / Paxos, Ionian Islands. Landing point, permissions, routing, and any intermediate handling requirements are confirmed operationally before flight.
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The Most Inaccessible of the Great Ionian Islands — A Practical High-Control Option Changes That
Paxoi (Paxos) has always occupied a special position in Greek island travel: admired for its beauty, loved by yacht guests and villa travellers, yet genuinely difficult to reach from Athens. There is no airport on the island. There is no direct fast ferry from Athens. The conventional route usually requires road travel, ferry planning, and connection timing that can turn the arrival into a full-day journey.
A private helicopter transfer from Athens, coordinated by Fly G Aviation, reduces this logistical complexity. The flight to Paxoi takes approximately 1 hour 40 to 45 minutes, subject to weather, permissions, aircraft availability, passenger/luggage profile, and operational approval.
For villa guests, yacht crews, family groups, and travellers connecting from international flights at Athens Airport, a private helicopter is the most direct private option for reaching Paxoi on a schedule that works around the guest rather than around ferry timetables.
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At a Glance
Route Key Facts
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Route
Athens Private Helipad to Paxoi (Paxos), Ionian Islands
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Approximate Distance
Approximately 380 km by air, depending on routing and operational planning
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Flight Time
H135 approximately 1 hour 40 minutes · AS355 TwinStar approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
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Aircraft Options
Airbus H135 up to 6 passengers · Airbus AS355 TwinStar up to 5 passengers
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Pricing
AS355 from €10,900 · H135 from €12,000 · one way · per aircraft · VAT inclusive
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Certification
EASA certified twin-engine aircraft for Ionian overwater routing
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Best For
Villa guests · Yacht arrivals · International connection transfers · Family groups · Same-day Paxoi arrivals
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 Aerial approach to Paxoi (Paxos) by private helicopter — Fly G Aviation coordinates Athens to Ionian island transfers with EASA certified twin-engine aircraft.
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How Long Does It Take to Get to Paxoi from Athens?
Travel time comparison — approximate door-to-destination planning.
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Private Helicopter — H135
Approximately 1h40 flight time plus Athens helipad transfer.
Departs from the private Athens helipad and is coordinated for Paxoi arrival. Subject to weather, permissions, aircraft availability, passenger/luggage profile, and operational approval.
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Private Helicopter — AS355 TwinStar
Approximately 1h45 flight time plus Athens helipad transfer.
Twin-engine aircraft for Ionian overwater routing. Up to 5 passengers, depending on weight and luggage profile.
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Athens to Patras / Igoumenitsa / Corfu plus ferry or boat
Often a full-day journey, depending on road, ferry, and connection timing.
Multiple connection points, seasonal ferry schedules, baggage handling, and onward island logistics.
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Athens to Corfu or Preveza plus boat
Typically several hours total, depending on flight and boat alignment.
Commercial flight timing, airport handling, and onward marine transfer must all align.
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All times are approximate. Helicopter timings are subject to weather and operational approval. Road, ferry, and connection times vary by season.
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The Destination
Paxoi (Paxos): The Ionian Island That Resists the Ordinary
Paxoi is the smallest of the principal Ionian islands and one of the most atmospheric. Measuring roughly 13 kilometres in length, it sits in the Ionian Sea south of Corfu, close enough to share the Ionian character yet distinct enough to feel private and separate.
The island is known for ancient olive groves, calm harbours, turquoise bays, and a slower rhythm than better-known Greek island destinations. Paxoi has no airport, no large-scale mass tourism infrastructure, and no direct Athens ferry connection, which is exactly why arrival planning matters.
Gaios, the island’s principal harbour village, is one of the most elegant arrivals in the Ionian. Boats line the waterfront, Venetian-influenced architecture frames the harbour, and the small island of Agios Nikolaos creates a protected natural channel.
The west coast sea caves, the cliffs around Erimitis, and the waters near Mongonisi and Antipaxoi make the destination especially attractive for yacht guests and villa travellers. Voutoumi and Vrika on Antipaxoi are often treated as essential day trips during a Paxoi stay.
For guests integrating Paxoi into a wider Ionian itinerary across Corfu, Lefkada, Ithaca, Kefalonia, or a yacht route, a helicopter transfer creates the connection point that road and ferry logistics cannot easily provide.
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The Aircraft
EASA Certified, Twin-Engine, Ionian-Ready
Fly G Aviation provides EASA certified helicopters and airplanes. For the Athens to Paxoi route, which involves a substantial Ionian overwater crossing, twin-engine aircraft are coordinated. All flights are subject to applicable aviation rules, weather, permissions, aircraft availability, passenger/luggage profile, and operational approval.
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Option One
Airbus H135
Passengers: up to 6
Flight time to Paxoi: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes
Price from: €12,000 per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive
Best for: larger groups, families, and guests prioritising the premium cabin experience
The H135 offers a refined cabin, excellent visibility, and a ride profile suited to longer overwater crossings. Luggage capacity depends on passenger count, weight, and bag type; soft luggage is strongly recommended.
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Option Two
Airbus AS355 TwinStar
Passengers: up to 5
Flight time to Paxoi: approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
Price from: €10,900 per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive
Best for: couples, small groups, and cost-efficient Ionian private transfers
The AS355 TwinStar is a proven twin-engine aircraft used across Greek island routes. Its operating economics make it a practical entry point for the Athens to Paxoi helicopter transfer.
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Aircraft availability and final selection are confirmed at the time of booking based on passenger count, luggage profile, routing, permissions, and operational requirements.
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Pricing
Athens to Paxoi Helicopter Charter Prices
All pricing is from, per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive. Final pricing is confirmed individually based on your specific requirements.
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Airbus AS355 TwinStar
€10,900
from, per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive
✦ Up to 5 passengers
✦ Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes
✦ EASA certified twin-engine aircraft
✦ Ionian overwater routing
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Airbus H135
€12,000
from, per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive
✦ Up to 6 passengers
✦ Approx. 1 hour 40 minutes
✦ EASA certified twin-engine aircraft
✦ Premium cabin configuration
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What affects final pricing: passenger count and combined weight, luggage volume and type, routing, weather conditions, destination handling, landing permissions, operating conditions on your departure date, and aircraft availability. A confirmed individual quote is provided for every booking.
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How It Works
From Athens to Paxoi: Departure, Routing, and Arrival Coordination
Departure: The Private Athens Helipad
Departures are coordinated from the private Athens helipad located approximately 15 minutes from Athens International Airport. Guests arriving on international flights can usually complete immigration, collect luggage, transfer to the helipad, and continue toward Paxoi on the same day, subject to arrival timing and operational planning.
Fly G Aviation coordinates the Athens Airport to helipad transfer process, pre-departure timing, aircraft readiness, and passenger/luggage planning. Guests should allow realistic timing between aircraft landing at Athens International Airport and helicopter departure.
The Ionian Crossing: Overwater Routing and Twin-Engine Operations
The route from Athens to Paxoi involves a substantial overwater crossing of the Ionian Sea. Both the Airbus H135 and Airbus AS355 TwinStar are twin-engine aircraft, appropriate for extended overwater segments of this nature. Routing may vary based on weather, air traffic, landing permissions, passenger load, and aircraft availability.
Landing point, permissions, routing, and any intermediate handling requirements are confirmed operationally before flight. All flights are subject to applicable aviation rules, weather, permissions, aircraft availability, passenger/luggage profile, and operational approval.
Luggage: What to Expect on the Athens to Paxoi Route
Helicopter luggage capacity differs from commercial aviation. Soft bags, duffel bags, and flexible holdalls are strongly recommended because they can be arranged around aircraft storage areas more effectively than rigid suitcases. Hard suitcases may be possible in some configurations but can reduce effective capacity. Guests travelling with significant luggage should provide details at enquiry stage.
Arrival Coordination: Villas, Yachts, and Onward Island Logistics
Fly G Aviation coordinates with villa managers, yacht crew, concierge teams, and island transfer providers where required. Onward arrangements may include a villa vehicle, boat transfer, water taxi, or yacht tender coordination. For Antipaxoi plans or wider Ionian sailing itineraries, timing should be discussed at the planning stage.
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Twin-Engine Aircraft for Ionian Overwater Routes
The Athens to Paxoi route involves a significant overwater crossing. Fly G Aviation coordinates the use of twin-engine aircraft, including the Airbus H135 and Airbus AS355 TwinStar, for operations of this nature. Both aircraft are EASA certified.
Flights are not conducted outside established operational parameters. If weather or operational factors require delay, rescheduling, route adjustment, or alternative planning, guests are advised as early as possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Athens to Paxoi (Paxos) Helicopter Transfer — FAQ
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How long is the helicopter flight from Athens to Paxoi?
The helicopter flight from Athens to Paxoi takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes aboard the Airbus H135 and approximately 1 hour 45 minutes aboard the Airbus AS355 TwinStar. Timings may vary depending on routing, weather, permissions, and operational requirements.
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What does a private helicopter to Paxoi cost from Athens?
Pricing begins from €10,900 per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive for the Airbus AS355 TwinStar, and from €12,000 per aircraft, one way, VAT inclusive for the Airbus H135. Pricing is per aircraft, not per person. Final pricing depends on passenger count, luggage, routing, operating conditions, landing permissions, and aircraft availability.
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Where does the helicopter depart from in Athens?
Departures are coordinated from the private Athens helipad located approximately 15 minutes from Athens International Airport. This allows international arrivals to continue toward Paxoi without entering central Athens, subject to arrival timing and operational approval.
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Can I land at Athens Airport and reach Paxoi the same day?
In many cases, yes. Morning or early-afternoon arrivals at Athens International Airport can often connect to the private Athens helipad and continue to Paxoi the same day. Fly G Aviation assesses the timing realistically, including immigration, luggage collection, road transfer, weather, and operational planning.
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What luggage is recommended for the Athens to Paxoi helicopter?
Soft luggage is strongly recommended. Duffel bags, soft holdalls, and collapsible bags fit more efficiently in helicopter storage areas. Hard-sided suitcases may be possible in some configurations but can reduce practical capacity.
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What happens if weather affects the flight to Paxoi?
All flights are subject to weather-based operational approval. If weather requires a delay, route adjustment, or rescheduling, Fly G Aviation advises guests as early as possible and coordinates with villa managers, yacht crew, or onward transfer providers where required.
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Can the helicopter transfer coordinate with a yacht arrival in Paxoi?
Yes. Fly G Aviation can coordinate helicopter arrival timing with yacht crew, water taxi providers, villa teams, or concierge contacts. Guests should provide yacht or villa contact details in advance so arrival logistics can be aligned.
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Can children or infants travel on the helicopter to Paxoi?
Yes, children and infants can travel, subject to aircraft configuration, passenger count, weight, and applicable requirements. Infants normally count toward passenger and weight planning, so full details should be provided at enquiry stage.
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Can pets travel on the helicopter to Paxoi?
Pet transport is handled case by case. Guests should provide breed, size, weight, and crate details at enquiry stage so feasibility and specific requirements can be confirmed before booking.
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Does the helicopter fly directly to Paxoi or stop en route?
Routing and any intermediate handling requirements are determined operationally based on aircraft, passenger load, luggage, weather, permissions, and the final landing arrangement. The operational plan is confirmed before flight.
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How do I synchronise a helicopter arrival with my Paxoi villa check-in?
Fly G Aviation can liaise with villa management companies and private villa staff once arrival timing is confirmed. Guests should provide villa contact details at least 48 hours before departure where possible.
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Why use a helicopter to Paxoi rather than flying to Corfu and taking a boat?
Flying to Corfu and continuing by boat can work, but it adds airport handling, baggage movement, onward marine timing, and schedule alignment. A private helicopter from Athens reduces the journey to one coordinated private transfer, making it useful for families, villa guests, yacht guests, and time-sensitive itineraries.
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About the Author
Grigoris Efthimiou
Founder, Fly G Aviation
Licensed pilot · 30+ years of Greek aviation experience
Grigoris Efthimiou has been coordinating private helicopter and airplane services across Greece for over three decades. His operational experience spans the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, mainland Greece, villa transfers, yacht coordination, and long-range island routing.
The information on this page reflects practical operational planning for Ionian overwater routing, aircraft selection, luggage configuration, landing coordination, yacht transfer logistics, and realistic same-day Athens connection timing.
Last reviewed for operational accuracy: May 2026
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