UK Price Guide · Updated April 2026
How Much Does
Skydiving Cost
in the UK?
A tandem skydive costs between £149 and £349, depending on altitude, location, and video packages. Based on pricing data from 22 UK dropzones, the average is around £244.
Use the comparison table below to filter by region and sort by price.
£149
Lowest UK price
£349
Highest UK price
£244
UK average
22
Dropzones tracked
Prices sourced directly from UK dropzones, April 2026. Always verify current prices with the dropzone before booking.
| Jump Heights & Prices | Services | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Knights Parachute ClubTandemAFF Training | North West 01524 791820 | £150 – £255 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £150 11,000ft £199 15,000ft £224 3 height options available | £120 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Cornish Parachute ClubTandemAFF Training | South West 07790 439653 | £259 – £289 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £259 | £120 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Go Skydive SwanseaTandem | Wales 01722 442967 | £259 – £348 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £259 15,000ft £348 2 height options available | £119 Video + Photos | Tandem |
Irish Parachute ClubTandemAFF Training | Ireland +353 46 973 0103 | £335 Tandem jump | 13,000ft £335 | £120 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
NetheravonTandemAFF Training | South England 01980 670734 | £250 Tandem jump | 13,500ft £250 | £140 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Salisbury - Go SkydiveTandemAFF Training | South England 01722 442967 | £159 – £332 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £159 10,000ft £199 15,000ft £288 3 height options available | £119 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Sky-High SkydivingTandemAFF Training | North England 0191 517 1234 | £175 – £275 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £175 10,000ft £245 13,500ft £275 3 height options available | £125 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive Chatteris ClubTandemAFF Training | East England 01354 740810 | £179 – £278 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £179 10,000ft £208 15,000ft £268 3 height options available | £119 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive GBTandemAFF Training | North England 01295 812300 | £230 – £260 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £230 | £85 Video + Photos | TandemAFFStatic Line |
Skydive Headcorn - Go SkydiveTandemAFF Training | South East 01722 442967 | £289 – £309 Tandem jump | 12,000ft £289 | £119 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive HibaldstowTandemAFF Training | East England 01652 648837 | £179 – £279 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £179 15,000ft £209 2 height options available | £99 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive HintonTandemAFF Training | South East 01295 812 300 | £230 Tandem jump | 13,000ft £230 | £130 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive IrelandTandemAFF Training | Ireland 028 2955 8609 | £299 – £349 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £299 15,000ft £349 2 height options available | £150 Video + Photos | TandemAFFStatic Line |
Skydive LangarTandemAFF Training | East England 01949 860878 | £230 – £270 Tandem jump | 14,000ft £230 | £99 Video + Photos | TandemAFFStatic Line |
Skydive NorthwestTandemAFF Training | North West 015395 58672 | £290 Tandem jump | 15,000ft £290 | £95 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive SandownTandem | South East 07797 813944 | £310 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £310 | £135 Video + Photos | Tandem |
Skydive SouthwestTandemAFF Training | South West 07369 216900 | £149 – £289 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £149 10,000ft £229 15,000ft £199 3 height options available | Contact Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Skydive St AndrewsTandem | Scotland 01592 882400 | £280 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £280 | £100 Video + Photos | Tandem |
Skydive StrathallanTandemAFF Training | Scotland 01764 662572 | £270 Tandem jump | 10,000ft £270 | £85 Video + Photos | TandemAFFStatic Line |
Skydive Tilstock Freefall ClubTandemAFF Training | North West 01948 841111 | £250 – £290 Tandem jump | 13,000ft £250 | £100 Video + Photos | TandemAFFStatic Line |
UK Parachuting (Beccles)TandemAFF Training | East England 01502 476131 | £179 – £260 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £179 13,000ft £210 2 height options available | £139 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
UK Parachuting Sibson SkydiversTandemAFF Training | East England 01502 476131 | £179 – £260 Tandem jump | 7,000ft £179 13,000ft £210 2 height options available | £139 Video + Photos | TandemAFF |
Important Notes
- • Prices are subject to change and may vary based on season, weather, and availability
- • Additional costs may apply for insurance, equipment rental, or premium packages
- • Group discounts and special offers may be available — contact dropzones directly
- • All jumps are weather dependent and may be rescheduled
- • Age and weight restrictions apply — check with individual dropzones
Data compiled from UK dropzones as of April 2026. Always verify current prices and availability directly with the dropzone.
Buyer's guide
What affects the cost of a skydive?
Five things that move the price — and how to use each one to your advantage.
Jump altitude
The single biggest variable. A 10,000ft jump gives roughly 30 seconds of freefall; 15,000ft gives around 60 seconds and costs £30–£60 more. Most beginners won't notice the difference — the first 10 seconds are sensory overload regardless. If budget is a concern, 10,000ft is perfectly good.
Location
London-area and South East dropzones charge a premium — expect to pay £20–£40 more than equivalent jumps in the North or Scotland. Regional dropzones have lower overheads and pass those savings on. The quality is comparable; the scenery is different.
Weekday vs weekend
Many dropzones charge more on weekends and bank holidays. If you have flexibility, booking midweek can save £10–£30. Midweek slots are also less overbooked, which usually means shorter wait times on the day.
Video packages
Video adds £60–£130 to the cost. Most use a handcam on the instructor's wrist for POV footage. Some dropzones offer an outside cameraman — a separate skydiver who jumps with you — for better angles, but this costs significantly more and must be booked in advance.
Charity jumps
Charity-organised jumps often advertise a low upfront fee but require you to raise a minimum sponsorship amount — usually £300–£500. If you're confident you'll hit that target, it can work out cheaper. If not, a pay-your-own jump is the better value option.
FAQs
Skydiving in the UK — common questions
- How old do you have to be to skydive in the UK?
- You must be at least 16 years old to do a tandem skydive in the UK. Jumpers aged 16 or 17 require written parental consent on the day. There is no upper age limit set by British Skydiving, though individual dropzones may request a doctor's note for jumpers over 60.
- Is there a weight limit for skydiving in the UK?
- Most UK dropzones set a maximum weight limit of 15 stone (95kg) for tandem skydiving, with some accepting up to 16 stone (102kg) with a surcharge. Weight limits exist for safety reasons related to parachute load ratings. Always check with your specific dropzone before booking.
- What is the cheapest way to skydive in the UK?
- Book a weekday jump at a regional dropzone in the North of England or Scotland, at 10,000ft rather than 15,000ft, without a video package. This combination can bring the total cost down to £130–£150 versus £250+ for a premium weekend jump near London with video.
- How much does it cost to learn to skydive (AFF) in the UK?
- An Accelerated Freefall (AFF) course — the standard route to a solo skydiving licence in the UK — costs between £1,200 and £1,800 for the full Level 1–8 progression. After qualifying, individual jump tickets typically cost £20–£35. The British Skydiving A licence requires a minimum of 16 jumps and a skills test.
- Do I need insurance to skydive in the UK?
- Basic third-party liability insurance is typically included in the jump price at British Skydiving member dropzones. Personal accident cover is not usually included and should be arranged separately. Some travel insurance policies exclude skydiving — check your policy before booking.
- How long does a tandem skydive take on the day?
- Allow a full day. Most dropzones ask you to arrive 1–2 hours before your slot for a briefing. The aircraft ride takes 15–20 minutes. Freefall lasts 30–60 seconds depending on altitude. The parachute descent takes around 5 minutes. Weather delays are common in the UK — it's not unusual for your jump to be delayed several hours or rescheduled entirely.
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