When a patient in Miami needs urgent medical transport to Vancouver, Air Ambulance Global coordinates safe, medically supervised air transfer between the two cities. We're an independent coordination service — we match each case to vetted, accredited operators rather than operating aircraft ourselves.
- Miami is the gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean; Vancouver is the Pacific gateway and BC's largest city.
- Canada's universal public healthcare covers residents, making repatriation home attractive to avoid out-of-pocket costs abroad.
- Transfers depart Miami International and arrive at Vancouver International, with ground ambulance to Vancouver General Hospital or your chosen facility.
- Air ambulance, commercial medical escort and bed-to-bed options are all available.
Medical repatriation from Miami to Vancouver
Canadian patients taken ill in Miami often choose to return to Vancouver for continued care close to family. The US has leading specialist centers but among the world's highest medical costs; the uninsured often seek repatriation. We arrange clinical clearance, the aircraft, flight permits and ground transfers end to end.
Bed-to-bed care, Miami to Vancouver
Our bed-to-bed service coordinates every step from the discharging bed in Miami — often at Jackson Memorial Hospital or a local facility — through to the receiving bed in Vancouver, including ground ambulances at both airports and a medical escort sized to the patient's condition.
How competitive bidding lowers your cost from Miami
We don't quote one operator's price — we put your Miami–Vancouver transfer out to the whole network. Operators near Miami (MIA), and any with empty-leg repositioning flights on this route, compete for the job, pushing the price down. For families paying out of pocket, this is the difference that matters most.
What it costs
There's no single fixed price — it depends on transport type, distance and aircraft, urgency, the patient's condition and accompanying passengers. We provide a clear, no-obligation written quote and can liaise with insurers.
See typical cost ranges in our cost guide →
FAQ
How fast can a transfer from Miami be arranged?
For urgent cases, often within hours — depending on aircraft availability, permits and the patient's readiness to fly.
Which hospital will receive the patient in Vancouver?
We coordinate with the facility you or your insurer choose — Vancouver General Hospital is one of the major options in Vancouver. We confirm bed availability before departure.