Private Jet & Helicopter Nice–Saint-Tropez: Prices, LTT, Formats (2026 Guide)
Helicopter vs jet to the La Môle-Saint-Tropez altiport (LTT): costs, runway constraints and yacht boarding use cases.
TL;DR — A private jet from Nice to Saint-Tropez typically costs between €4,500 and €12,000 one-way depending on aircraft category, for a flight of around 15 to 20 minutes. Many travellers prefer helicopter transfers (7-8 min, €2,500 – €4,500 for 5 passengers) or a combination of jet to Nice (NCE) followed by helicopter. The La Môle-Saint-Tropez altiport (LTT) accepts a restricted fleet of Very Light and Light Jets, with runway and baggage constraints.
How much does a Nice–Saint-Tropez flight cost?
Market ranges observed in early 2026:
| Option | Passengers | Indicative one-way price |
|---|---|---|
| Helicopter Nice → Saint-Tropez | 5-6 | €2,500 – €4,500 |
| Very Light Jet to La Môle (LTT) | 4-5 | €4,500 – €7,000 |
| Light Jet to La Môle (LTT) | 6-7 | €6,500 – €9,000 |
| Midsize Jet Nice → Cannes-Mandelieu (CEQ) + transfer | 7-9 | €8,000 – €12,000 |
For such a short flight, the cost structure is dominated by aircraft repositioning, fixed handling fees and slot availability — not by flight duration.
Why is the helicopter the dominant format?
Three reasons:
- Duration — 7 to 8 minutes of flight time versus 15-20 min by jet plus a 45-60 min road transfer from LTT.
- Flexibility — rotations run all day between NCE and the Saint-Tropez/Gassin heliport, without depending on an altiport slot.
- Cost — often half the price of a dedicated jet for a standard group.
A jet to La Môle remains relevant for a direct Paris → Saint-Tropez flight, or for a group wanting to avoid the NCE handover.
The La Môle-Saint-Tropez altiport (LTT)
Main constraints:
- 1,200 m runway, moderate altitude but visual approach only (VFR) — no night landings.
- Limited baggage capacity per passenger on Very Light Jets.
- Extended seasonal opening, but strict sunset cut-off times.
- Limited handling: slots must be booked 24-48 hours in advance during peak season.
Many Heavy and Super Midsize operators do not land at LTT — the standard format then becomes: jet to NCE (Nice) or CEQ (Cannes-Mandelieu), followed by helicopter.
Typical use cases
- Summer (July-August) — the absolute annual peak, helicopter dominant, jet slots to LTT saturated, booking essential 2-4 weeks ahead.
- Cannes Film Festival (May) — intense helicopter traffic between Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez.
- Yacht boarding — helicopter lands at Gassin, tender transfer to the yacht in 15 minutes.
- Paris ↔ Saint-Tropez return — combination of a Midsize jet Paris–Nice plus a Nice–Saint-Tropez helicopter transfer, the most common format.
FAQ
How long does a Nice–Saint-Tropez flight take?
15 to 20 minutes by jet to LTT, 7 to 8 minutes by helicopter.
What's the best format in summer?
The helicopter dominates by far — cost, flexibility and no road transfer. The jet to LTT remains relevant for a direct flight from Paris.
Can you land at La Môle at night?
No. LTT closes at sunset and only accepts visual flights.
Does the helicopter land directly at the yacht?
No — it lands at a heliport (Gassin or Saint-Tropez), followed by a tender or road transfer to the mooring.
Do you need to book long in advance in July-August?
Yes — 2 to 4 weeks for the helicopter, 3 to 6 weeks for a jet to LTT during peak season.