A trained companion for travelers who shouldn't fly alone
Not every traveler needs a nurse. Some are stable enough to fly but shouldn't do it alone. Elderly travelers, passengers with limited mobility, and anyone facing a long, stressful journey can travel with a professional, trained CME companion who stays with them door to door.
At a glance
- Companion
- Professional & trained, male or female
- Coverage
- Door to door
- Assistance
- Airport · security · boarding · connections
- Updates
- Family kept informed along the way
- Clinical care
- Not included; see commercial medical escort
- Cost
- An affordable option when clinical care isn't needed
What a travel companion does
A CME travel companion meets the traveler at their door, handles check-in, security, boarding, and connections, and stays with them through arrival and delivery to family or a facility at the other end. They manage the bags, the wheelchair and airport assistance, and the small logistics of a long journey, and they keep the family informed along the way.
Who it's for
- Elderly travelers relocating closer to family or returning home after a long stay
- Passengers with limited mobility who need a steady hand through a busy airport
- Anyone facing a long, multi-leg, or overnight journey they would rather not do alone
- Travelers who are stable and don't need clinical care, but whose family wants someone with them
Companion or medical escort?
The dividing line is clinical need. If the traveler needs oxygen, medications managed, monitoring, or a clinician's judgment during the trip, they need a commercial medical escort. If they are medically stable and simply need help getting through the journey, a companion is the right, more affordable choice. If you're unsure, tell us the situation and our clinical team will recommend the right level.
What we arrange around the trip
- Flights booked by Fly CME, our IATA-accredited in-house travel agency
- Ground transportation at both ends: town car, SUV, or wheelchair van
- Airport wheelchair and special-assistance requests made in advance
- Updates to the family at each stage of the journey
Travel Companion: common questions
Straight answers from our coordination team. Still unsure? Call us and we'll walk you through the options, with no obligation.
Is a travel companion a nurse?
No. A companion is a professional, trained non-medical escort for travelers who don't need clinical care. If oxygen, medication management, or monitoring is required, we'll recommend a commercial medical escort instead.
Can I request a male or female companion?
Yes. We provide professional, trained male and female companions.
Do companions travel internationally?
Yes. Companions accompany travelers on domestic and international journeys, door to door.
How is the cost determined?
Cost depends on the route, the length of the journey, and the level of assistance required. It's an affordable option when clinical care isn't needed, and we'll give you a clear, transparent quote.
Case studies & guides
Case studies and practical guides from real CME missions, written by the people who fly them.
All insightsNeed to bring a patient home?
Call our coordination team or send us the case details. We’ll review the situation and give you clear options.