Helicopter Charter

Aso Helicopter 【Kumamoto Airport → Aso
Excellent access! The fastest helicopter transfer in just 8 minutes!

Aso Helicopter 【Kumamoto Airport → Aso
Excellent access! The fastest helicopter transfer in just 8 minutes!

The unprecedented direct flight from Kumamoto airport to Aso has been realized. What would take about an hour by car can be accessed just in 8 minutes by helicopter without traffic jams! Free shuttle service from Aso Sensuikyo heliport to Aso station included.

Availability
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Plan 8Min

Price (tax included)

27,500 yen~ / per passenger

note (supplementary information) symbolPrice per person when 3 passengers are on board

note (supplementary information) symbolFlight fee(Capable of boarding 3 passengers): 82,500yen

Flight fee(in Japanese history)Capacity 1~ 3passenger) 82,500yen(in Japanese history)tax included)
Number of passengers Price per person
3 passenger 27,500 yen /per passenger
2 passenger 41,250 yen /per passenger
1 passenger 82,500 yen /per passenger

ARIAir Premium Benefits

  • Free transportation to and from the heliport

    Free shuttle service to the heliport.

    Includes transfer to the heliport by a private vehicle.

  • Straight line from Kumamoto Airport to Aso

    Straight line from Aso to Takachiho

    It takes about 1 hour by car, but can be shortened to about 8 minutes by helicopter.

Example Schedule
【The time can be freely selected】

  • 9:45

    Meet at the “Drop-off Only Lane” right at the entrance of Aso Kumamoto Airport

    The meeting point is at the “Drop-off Only Lane” located right at the entrance of Aso Kumamoto Airport. Our staff will be there to guide you and take you to the heliport by a private transfer vehicle. Please arrive with sufficient time before your flight.

  • 10:00

    Takeoff from Kumamoto airport Heliport

    Transfer from Kumamoto Airport Heliport to Aso Heliport (as short as 8 minutes).
    After the flight, the helicopter will arrive at the Aso Farmland Heliport.
    After landing, a private transfer vehicle will take you to Aso Station.

  • 10:15

    Arrive at Aso Farmland Heliport.

    After arrival, a free shuttle service is available from the heliport to Aso Station or Kusasenri.

About judgment on whether a flight can be operated

Weather conditions are assessed every morning between 8am and 9am, and services will be cancelled if the weather is poor.

Those who have made a reservation in advance will be notified by email.

If it is clear in advance that the weather will be poor, we will contact you the day before.

If the service is cancelled due to poor weather, you can choose to reschedule or cancel the trip free of charge.

If you cancel, you can rest assured that you will receive a full refund.

Children under 3 years old

Children under 3 years old (ages 1 to 2 years and 11 months) may sit on their parent's lap, up to a maximum of 2 infants per flight.

Example: The 3 adults + 1 child under 3 years old

Children who are 3 years old are not included in this category.
For safety reasons, please ensure that the total weight limit is not exceeded when making your reservation.
Please present your child's My Number Card (Japanese ID) for age verification.

Included in the price

Chartered flight fare (for up to 3 passengers)

Transfer from “Aso Station” or “Kusasenri” to “Aso Heliport”.”

Transfer from “Airport Heliport” to “Airport Terminal Entrance”.”

Not included in the price

  • Courier fee for baggage that cannot be carried on board

Price details

Flight fee(in Japanese history)Capacity 1~ 3passenger) 27,500yen (in Japanese history)tax included)
Number of passengers Price per person
3 passenger 27,500 yen /per passenger
2 passenger 41,250 yen /per passenger
1 passenger 82,500 yen /per passenger

Detailed information on cruising plans

  • Flight courses・Highlights

    Observe Aso crater from above and fly directly in a straight line.
    You can also choose the optional "Crater & Kusasenri Experience.

    • Flight Course

      HighlightsAso / Aso city / Sensuikyo / Kumamoto airport

    Departure Location

    Meeting place: Aso Kumamoto airport, “drop-off lane” just outside the entrance.
    Please contact us by e-mail when you arrive there.
    Our staff will pick you up and take you to the heliport.

    Destination

    Aso Farmland Heliport (Aso Farmland Parking Lot No.3)
    〒869-1404 5582-37 Kawayo, Minamiaso-mura, Aso-gun, Kumamoto

    About flight time

  • The flight takes 8 minutes at the fastest and 15 minutes at the latest, depending on the weather conditions.

  • Notes on weight restrictions and baggage

    For safety reasons, please make your reservation in accordance with the weight restrictions.

    Gross weight limit of up to 180 kg (including passengers and luggage)
    ・The weight limit per seat is 136kg.

    ※The weight limit may vary depending on the amount of fuel.

    Carry-on baggage

    Each passenger is allowed one carry-on bag free of charge.
    Maximum size (55cm x 40cm) is allowed.
    Carry-on baggage is permitted only on charter flights.
    On scenic flights, please leave your hand luggage and bags in a locker before take-off.

  • Insurance

    Third Party Passenger Comprehensive Liability Insurance
    This insurance provides coverage for legal damages caused by accidental injury to the life or body of a third party or passenger outside the aircraft, or damage to the property of a third party or passenger's baggage outside the aircraft, arising out of the ownership, use, or management of the contracted aircraft.

    Operators

    You will be notified the operating company when the reservation is completed.

    Determination of weather conditions

    In the event that the operating company determines the flight cannot proceed due to severe weather or other conditions, the flight will be canceled. In such cases, a full refund will be issued (excluding bank transfer fees). Please note that flights may still operate in cloudy weather if deemed safe. Customers may reschedule their flight without penalty as long as it is done before the cancellation policy takes effect.

    Cancellation Policy

    Helicopter Tour Cancellation/Change Policy
    Change/Cancellation Policy
    If you wish to change or cancel your reservation after it has been confirmed, please contact us by e-mail.
    Cancellation policy for customer's convenience is as follows: Cancellation policy for customer's convenience is as follows: Cancellation policy for customer's convenience is as follows
    From reservation confirmation to
    30 days prior to boarding date: 10%
    29 days to 7 days prior to boarding date: 20%.
    6 days to 2 days prior to boarding date: 50%.
    The day before boarding: 80%
    The day of boarding: 100%
    However, this does not apply when flights are not possible due to inclement weather or other reasons.
    In case of flight impossibility
    - In the event of inclement weather (weather conditions will be determined by our company)
    - Cases in which a specific event occurs in the aircraft used
    - In the event of other events that may interfere with flight operations.
    - In case of flight cancellation
    Schedule changes will be accepted without a change fee.
    Refunds will be made in the full amount of the refund minus the transaction fee for credit card payments and the bank transfer fee.
    For bank transfers, refunds will be made in the full amount of the refund minus the transfer fee, and,
    In the case of credit card payment, the full amount of the refund minus the transaction fee (5%) and the transfer fee at the time of refund will be refunded.

    Cancellation and Change Policy for Pick-up and Drop-off Cars
    The following cancellation policy shall apply from one week prior to the reserved date of use.
    7 to 4 days prior to the reserved date: 70%.
    3 days or 2 days prior to the reserved date: 80
    1 day prior to the reservation date or on the day of the reservation or if no notice is given: 100%.
    If the helicopter tour cannot be carried out due to the operating company's circumstances such as bad weather or aircraft malfunction, no refunds will be given. Cancellation fees will apply even if the schedule is changed.

    Cancellation and Change Policy for Video and Bouquet Plans
    In the case of cancellation due to customer circumstances, the following cancellation fees will apply based on the time remaining before the boarding In case cancellation due to customer circumstances, the following cancellation fees will apply based on the time remaining before the boarding

    14 to 7 days before: 50%
    6 to 3 days before: 60%
    2 to 1 days before: 80%
    On the day: 100%
    Please note that in the event the helicopter tour cannot be operated, no full refunds will be provided. Terms and Conditions of the Video Plan
    However, we may include our own video materials as a special exception.
    No more than one correction after delivery.
    (3) Music selection is limited to the background music specified by the Company.
    On the day of shooting, one cameraman will be on board to film the video.
    The length of the video should be 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes.
    Video quality must be FHD.
    The video must be delivered in mp4 file format.
    (8) The material video must be non-transferable.
    ⑨The delivery will be sent within 14 days from the boarding date by Giga file flight URL via ARIAir official line.
    We will not take photos or edit photos with our equipment.
    (If you have your own equipment, smartphone, etc., a photographer can take pictures on your behalf free of charge.)

    Method of payment

    Credit card payment

    • VISA
    • MASTER
    • JCB
    • AMERICAN EXPRESS
    • DISCOVER
    • Diners Club

    smart phone payment

    • Google Pay
    • Apple Pay
    • Alipay
    • WeChat Pay

    Other

    • bank transfer
    • payment at a convenience store

Customer's voice

5.0

  • Female in their 40s

    5.0

    PurposeSightseeing

    It took only about 10 minutes from Kumamoto Airport to Aso Farm Land. The staff were very kind and made us feel safe the whole time.

  • Male in their 30s

    5.0

    PurposeSightseeing

    The view of Aso's landscape from the helicopter looked like a painting-absolutely breathtaking. Arriving directly at Aso Farm Land made the trip so smooth. Perfect for anyone wanting a special day.

  • Male in their 50s

    5.0

    PurposeSightseeing

    It was so convenient to go directly from the airport without worrying about traffic. A comfortable and efficient way to travel.

Optional Information

  • Pick-up and Drop-off Options

    Make your transfer to the heliport even smarter. Your personal driver will take care of your transportation.
    If you wish to travel outside the standard area, please specify it in the remarks section when booking.

    Alphard +46,000yen (tax included)

  • Bouquet Option

    Our staff will deliver a bouquet of the season's finest flowers in front of the helicopter in the hangar after landing.

    +28,000yen (tax included)

  • This can be used as a surprise memory or a profile movie of your wedding.

    +66,000yen (tax included)

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