Is it possible to save time with helicopter and private jet travel? What is the ultimate way to travel?

"How much travel time can be saved with private jets and helicopters?"
"How much smoother is the travel compared to commercial aviation?"

Many people may wonder just how much time can be saved by using a private jet or helicopter.

Private jets and helicopters, though not very common in Japan, offer smoother and faster travel compared to land transportation or commercial airlines.

Below, we will explain how much time can be saved by using private jets or helicopters compared to commercial airlines, along with real examples and cost comparisons.

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Time-Saving Example ① Enjoy skiing in Niseko, Hokkaido, from Tokyo in just 4 hours

【Depart Tokyo at 9 AM and be skiing in Niseko, Hokkaido, by early afternoon】such a dream journey can be made a reality with the use of private jets and helicopters.

Niseko, renowned as a powder snow paradise, is home to some of Hokkaido's most famous ski resorts, attracting many visitors from Tokyo eager to enjoy winter sports.

However, traveling from Tokyo to Niseko typically takes over 9 hours by train and 5 to 6 hours by commercial airline.

On the other hand, with a private jet, you can travel from Tokyo to Niseko in just four hours. What if you could reach Niseko—one of Hokkaido’s top ski destinations known for its powder snow—from Tokyo in under four hours, door to door?

Let's compare the travel from Tokyo to Niseko, Hokkaido, between commercial airlines and using a helicopter or private jet.

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	Commercial Airlines		Private Jet・Helicopter
Tokyo →Niseko	Travel time	Details	Travel time	Details
From central Tokyo to Haneda Airport	30 minutes	From central Tokyo to the general passenger terminal	25 minutes	From central Tokyo to the private jet terminal
Until takeoff from Haneda Airport	60 minutes	Procedures for Boarding at Haneda Airport	5 minutes	Direct transfer from the chauffeur-driven car to the private jet
From Haneda Airport to Hokkaido	90 minutes	From Haneda Airport to New Chitose Airport	90 minutes	From Haneda Airport to Okadama Airport
From Hokkaido Airport to Niseko	150 minutes	30 minutes: Deplaning and luggage pickup 120 minutes: Bus or chauffeur-driven car from New Chitose Airport to Niseko	25 minutes	1 minute: Transfer and board the helicopter 24 minutes: From Okadama Airport to the Niseko heliport
Total required time	5 hours and 30 minutes		2 hours and 25 minutes
Estimated one-way fare (for 4 passengers)	Approximately 300,000 yen (when using first class and a private hire car)		¥1,529,000 JPY

Commercial Airlines

If you travel from Tokyo to Niseko by a commercial airline, it will take approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes in total.

Tokyo →Niseko	Estimated Duration
From central Tokyo to the Haneda Airport general passenger terminal	30 minutes
Procedures for Boarding at Haneda Airport	60 minutes
From Haneda Airport to New Chitose Airport	90 minutes
Disembarkation and baggage pickup	30 minutes
Bus or chauffeur-driven car transfer from New Chitose Airport to Niseko.	120 minutes

When using a commercial airline, the most time-consuming aspects are the boarding procedures and the transfer from New Chitose Airport to Niseko. After arriving at Haneda Airport, the following steps are required before boarding:

・Check-in process
・Baggage drop-off procedure
・Security screening
・Waiting to board

With commercial airlines, even after arriving at Haneda Airport, it typically takes around an hour to board the aircraft.

Furthermore, traveling from New Chitose Airport to Niseko takes about two hours by bus or private car. When using a commercial airline, the entire journey—including airport procedures and ground transportation—can take 5 to 6 hours, making it significantly longer to travel from Tokyo to Niseko.

Private Jet・Helicopter

Using a private jet and helicopter, you can travel from Tokyo to Niseko in approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes..

Tokyo →Niseko	Estimated Duration
From central Tokyo to the private jet exclusive gate at Haneda Airport	25 minutes
Direct transfer from the chauffeur-driven car to the private jet	5 minutes
From Haneda Airport to Okadama Airport	90 minutes
Transfer and boarding to the helicopter	1 minute
From Okadama Airport to Niseko Heliport	24 minutes

For private jet and helicopter travel, you can access the private jet terminal, which is located closer to the city side of the airport, rather than the general passenger terminal. This allows you to enter Haneda Airport about 5 minutes earlier.

Additionally, since you can be transported directly to the private jet by a chauffeured car, there is no need for check-in or other formalities. Dedicated staff will assist with transferring your checked luggage from the car to the private jet. You can board within approximately five minutes of arriving at the airport.

Also, when traveling to Niseko by private jet, you will transfer to a helicopter at Okadama Airport in Hokkaido. The helicopter is ready and waiting for you immediately after you disembark, allowing you to board within one minute without coming into contact with general passengers. The helicopter flight to Niseko takes just 24 minutes, which is about one-quarter of the time it takes by car.

Private jets offer high convenience and comfort, ensuring that our customers are highly satisfied, with many repeating the experience.

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Related Article:Travel by Private Jet! Niseko, Hokkaido to Tokyo in as Fast as 120 Minutes

Example of Time-Saving Travel ② : Reach the Art Island in Okayama from Tokyo in Just 2 Hours

【To the Art Island, Naoshima. In Just 120 Minutes】By using a private jet, you can travel from Tokyo to the scenic destination in Kagawa Prefecture in just 2 hours.

Naoshima, also known as the "Art Island," offers visitors a chance to enjoy the island’s mountains, trees, and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as numerous art installations. However, traveling from Tokyo to Naoshima typically takes about 5 hours when using a combination of flights, trains, ferries, and limousine buses, which are not very convenient.

On the other hand, by utilizing a private jet, you can reach Naoshima with just one transfer from an airplane to a helicopter. The following is the schedule for traveling from Tokyo to Naoshima by private jet.

Schedule	Itinerary	Details
09:00	Home (hotel) in Tokyo	Travel from your home to Haneda Airport in a private transfer vehicle (such as an Alphard or Rolls-Royce, depending on our services).
09:25	Arrival at Haneda Airport	Arrival at the private jet spot within Haneda Airport
09:27	Boarding	You can board without the need for check-in or baggage handling procedures
09:35	Departure from Haneda Airport	70-minute flight
10:45	Landing at Okayama Prefecture Konan Airport
10:47	Boarding a helicopter	A helicopter is waiting right in front, allowing for immediate boarding
10:50	Departure from Okayama Prefecture Konan Airport	10-minute flight
11:00	Landing at Naoshima Heliport
The approximate one-way fare is ¥2,300,000 (for 4 people)

A chauffeur-driven vehicle will pick you up from your hotel or residence in central Tokyo and take you directly to the private jet terminal at Haneda Airport, with no need to exit the car for security checks.

After disembarking from the private jet, you can immediately transfer to the helicopter. Unlike commercial airlines, there are no multiple transfers or complicated procedures, allowing for a smooth and stress-free journey. By using private jets and helicopters, the usual travel time of about 5 hours can be reduced to approximately 2 hours, significantly saving time. For reservations and inquiries, please contact,Japan’s Largest Private Jet Charter Search Platform for International and Domestic Flights｜ARIAIR.

Can Japanese People also use Private Jets for Time-Saving Travel?

Yes, Japanese people can also use private jets. Although private jet usage is not yet common in Japan, it is utilized for both business and leisure due to its time-saving benefits, schedule flexibility, and high level of privacy.

You can find more details about the benefits, actual usage, and estimated costs of private jet services in Japan on the following page.

Related Article:Can Japanese People Use Private Jets? Price Range and Benefits

Summary

By using private jets and helicopters, time-saving travel becomes possible, ensuring smooth and efficient movement. In fact, travel itineraries that typically take about 5 hours with a commercial airline can be reduced to around 2 hours when utilizing private jets and helicopters.

特に、For those who wish to make the most of their time or seek a special experience, private jets and helicopters are the ideal means of travel. The hassles of various procedures, waiting times, and transfers between different modes of transportation when using commercial airlines can be eliminated with the use of private jets and helicopters.Private JetandHelicopter, you can eliminate these inconveniences.

If you are considering using a private jet or helicopter, please consult ARIAir, which offers both services. Our experienced concierge team will provide you with the best travel options and plans tailored to your needs and circumstances.

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