▲5%
$27.76
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$21.25
MEDIAN
$27.76
90%
$47.50
The average hourly pay for a Flight Nurse is $27.76 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$21 - $48
Total Pay
$40k - $92k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Flight Nurses?
What Do Flight Nurses Do?
Flight Nurse Tasks
- Provide for patient care before and during transportation while maintaining all flight crew safety policies.
- Supervise and coordinate assistants for care as needed.
- Track and document patients' condition and respond as needed.
- Acquire and operate specialized equipment that may be required for patient transport.
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Common Health Benefits for a Flight Nurse
Medical
78%
Dental
56%
Vision
44%
None
22%
Gender Breakdown for Flight Nurses
Female
60.0%
Male
40.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Flight Nurses
What is the highest pay for Flight Nurses?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Flight Nurse is $47.50 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Flight Nurses?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Flight Nurse is $21.25 / hour
How can Flight Nurses increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Flight Nurse is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Flight Nurse that oversees more junior Flight Nurses, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.