The iconic hotel group and private aviation leader elevate the final leg of the journey with complimentary helicopter transfers for Signature Suite guests.
For discerning travelers, luxury begins long before the hotel suite comes into view. It starts with assurance that every detail has been considered, from the private jet waiting on the tarmac to the seamless transition that follows. In London, where even the shortest journey can be slowed by congestion, Maybourne has found an elegant solution: leave the traffic behind and arrive above the city by helicopter.
Expanding its partnership with private aviation leader Flexjet, Maybourne now offers complimentary helicopter transfers for guests reserving Signature Suites across its celebrated London collection. Previously exclusive to The Emory, the service is now available at Claridge’s, The Connaught, and The Berkeley, transforming the often-overlooked final miles of travel into one of the most memorable moments of the entire stay.
The experience begins the instant guests arrive by private jet at Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Luton, or Stansted airports. Rather than joining London’s busy roads, they are escorted directly to a waiting Flexjet Sikorsky S-76 helicopter. Within moments, the city unfolds beneath them as the aircraft glides above the River Thames, Town Bridge, the River Thames, and London’s iconic skyline unfold beneath them before touching down at Battersea Heliport. Awaiting them is a chauffeur from Maybourne’s private fleet, ready to complete the final journey to their hotel with the same effortless precision.
The helicopter transfer is more than an efficient alternative to city traffic; it reflects a broader shift in luxury travel, where privacy, time, and seamless service have become the ultimate indulgences. What might otherwise be an hour or more navigating central London’s streets becomes a spectacular aerial introduction to one of the world’s most iconic cities.
That philosophy aligns naturally with the Maybourne Collection, whose London properties have long defined timeless hospitality. Guests arriving at Claridge’s enter one of Britain’s most celebrated Art Deco landmarks, while The Connaught continues to set the standard for discreet Mayfair luxury. At The Berkeley, contemporary elegance meets one of London’s most coveted rooftop pools, offering panoramic city views just moments after arrival. By the time guests step into their suites, the experience has already begun.
The collaboration arrives as Maybourne continues its international expansion. Alongside its distinguished London portfolio, the group now includes The Maybourne Beverly Hills and The Maybourne Riviera, while The Maybourne Saint-Germain is scheduled to open in Paris in 2027, extending the brand’s signature approach to hospitality into one of Europe’s most celebrated luxury destinations.
For Maybourne CEO Marc Socker, the expanded partnership reflects a broader shift in what defines modern luxury: effortless travel, absolute privacy, and impeccable service.
“Our guests value time, privacy and precision. Through our collaboration with Flexjet, we offer a journey that is as considered and seamless as the rest of their stay.”
Flexjet is uniquely positioned to deliver that experience. The company operates a global fleet of more than 350 private aircraft and helicopters, while its UK helicopter division flies the Sikorsky S-76, one of the world’s most respected twin-engine helicopters for executive travel. Accommodating up to eight passengers, each aircraft features refined interiors, advanced soundproofing, and two-pilot operation, ensuring every flight reflects the same standards of comfort and safety expected throughout the Flexjet fleet.
For Flexjet CEO Mike Silvestro, the collaboration demonstrates that exceptional hospitality extends beyond the hotel itself.
Luxury has always been measured by exceptional service, but increasingly it is defined by something even more valuable: time. By replacing traffic with panoramic views of London’s skyline, Maybourne and Flexjet have transformed a practical transfer into an experience worthy of the destination itself. Long before a suite door opens or a glass of Champagne is poured, guests have already begun their stay in unforgettable fashion.
