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Private Helicopter Charters: the 15 Best Flights to Book

44 flights  ·  from $65 a seat

A helicopter is the expensive line on most itineraries. These 15 private helicopter charters earn it, priced per seat and timed honestly, so you can decide in a couple of minutes.

Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons - The flight begins near Lihue
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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

1.Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,510 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $415Our pick

You’ll fly privately over Kauai for about 75 minutes, with every passenger at a window and no doors to block the view. Expect Manawaiopuna Falls, Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Valley, and Waiʻaleʻale Crater, with pilots such as Ross, Travis, Taylor, and Aiden providing narration.

“Tour was very well organized and on time. Check in was seamless, ensure safety compliances. As for the helicopter ride, smooth ride, absolutely stunning and breathtaking, best way to see the Napali.coast.”

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Barcelona Helicopter, Sailboat & Old Town Private Walking Tour - Port Vell and the boat transfer
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Barcelona Helicopter, Sailboat & Old Town Private Walking Tour

2.Barcelona Helicopter, Sailboat & Old Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,395 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $513

Start with a guided walk through Passeig de Gràcia, Plaça de Catalunya, and the Gothic Quarter, then take a boat transfer to Barcelona’s heliport for a short coastal helicopter flight. Guides such as Jimena, Carlos, Han, Lucas, and Roger have earned praise for clear, friendly commentary.

“This was a last-minute tour that we booked while in Barcelona. We had just finished a cruise and stayed an extra few days in the area. The helicopter ride was extremely quick maybe about 5 to 7 minutes, but the views were still breathtaking. The walking tour was about an hour and a half so make sure you were comfortable walking shoes. The guide was very sweet and originally from Austria, but was very knowledgeable the Spaniard culture and the old town of Barcelona and it’s new beginnings. We finished up with a boat trip, which was also very nice. The boat trip itself is just kind of calming to…”

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Barcelona: Helicopter, Boat Ride & Old Town Private Tour - Casa Milà and Casa Batlló from the street
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Barcelona: Helicopter, Boat Ride & Old Town Private Tour

3.Barcelona: Helicopter, Boat Ride & Old Town Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,357 reviews · 4 hours · from $500

You’ll walk from Passeig de Gràcia through the Gothic Quarter, take a short Port Vell boat transfer, and fly six minutes over Barcelona’s coast. Guides such as Mirco, Ivan, Han, and Martina have led this private tour in several languages. A flight video is included.

“My tourist guide was amazing ! So knowledgable , and interesting show us best spot and said soo many fun facts . Unfortunately I can’t remember her name but she was Chinese for sure :)”

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From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples - From White Plains to Manhattan by air
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From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples

4.Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 287 reviews · 30 - 45 minutes

Fly privately over Manhattan with your partner in a Robinson R44 from Westchester County Airport. Choose a 30 or 45-minute flight, with daytime, sunset, or evening departures. Expect Central Park, Yankee Stadium, the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, and, on the longer route, views toward Brooklyn and the Statue of Liberty.

“Breathtaking experience, the start location was great. Pilot was very friendly, guided well, the flight was smooth. Highly recommend !”

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Day 16 miles Private Helicopter Tour over Fun Spot - What you see along the 16-mile route
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Day 16 miles Private Helicopter Tour over Fun Spot

5.Day 16 miles Private Helicopter Tour over Fun Spot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $65Best value

Take a private 16-mile helicopter flight from Kissimmee over Give Kids The World Village, Old Town, Fun Spot, and the Big Orange. Every passenger gets a window seat, while the pilot explains the sights. Flights carry up to three people and last about 30 to 45 minutes overall.

“Very good with the children explaining everything beforehand. They made sure that the kids understood what was going to happen.”

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Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats - Starting at Waikīkī and Diamond Head
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Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

6.Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $415

Fly privately over Oʻahu for about an hour with two or three people from your own group. Expect doors-off viewing, live commentary, and sweeping sights including Waikīkī, Diamond Head, Makapuʻu, Pearl Harbor, Kualoa’s Chinaman’s Hat, and North Shore surf beaches. Pilots such as Mike, Jake, Lorenzo, and Hunter are noted for clear narration.

“Enjoyed the pilot’s (Lorenzo) commentary on the flight. The scenery was so beautiful. Glad we went on the flight.”

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Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min - Starting at Jacarepaguá Airport in Barra da Tijuca
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Private Helicopter tour – Rio de janeiro in 30min

7.Private Helicopter tour – Rio de janeiro in 30min

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 173 reviews · 30 min · from $281

Fly privately over Rio with a Portuguese or English-speaking pilot, taking in Barra, Copacabana, Ipanema, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Christ the Redeemer. The flight lasts about 25 to 30 minutes, with one or two circles near the statue. Transfers can be added.

“Awesome experience, such a great way to take in all of Rios beauty. Seeing Christ the redeemer was me and my girlfriends highlight and the private tour made it all that much better!”

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Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown - Seeing Orlando’s lights from above
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Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown

8.Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $225

Take off from Kissimmee with your own group on a private MaxFlight helicopter tour over Orlando. Choose a 20-minute flight or a 30-minute, 48-mile route covering Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, downtown, and Old Town. Every passenger gets a window seat, with pilots such as Tim, Shane, and Christian providing commentary.

“This was an amazing experience with an experienced pilot! Will be doing this again! We had a 20 minute flight over Beautiful Orlando!”

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Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats - Southbound sights from Kona Airport to Captain Cook
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Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

9.Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $240

Fly privately with up to three people along the Kona Coast from Kona Airport. Your pilot may head south toward Captain Cook or north toward Kua Bay, Kiholo Bay, Hapuna Beach, and Kawaihae. Expect all window seats, local commentary, and possible doors-off flights.

“Had a fun experience with my daughter seeing some of the Kona coast! We chose doors off and Christian, our pilot, was very friendly and pointed out points of interest and landmarks during our flight. Got some beautiful pics too! Would recommend!”

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Niagara Falls VIP Private SUV Tour: Helicopter & Boat included - Niagara Falls and Clifton Hill: the main event
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Niagara Falls VIP Private SUV Tour: Helicopter & Boat included

10.Niagara Falls VIP Private SUV Tour: Helicopter & Boat included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $322

Travel from Toronto in a private black luxury SUV with a licensed guide, then see Niagara Falls from the air, water, and Table Rock area. Guides such as Suthan, Siva, Shahz, and Walter can adjust the day to your interests, with Niagara-on-the-Lake, maple syrup, wineries, and Clifton Hill possible additions.

“Helicopter flight over the falls was great The boat trip was amazing it’s a must be prepared to get wet even with the poncho you are given.”

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Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour - The United Center and the home of the Bulls
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Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour

11.Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

Take a private 45-minute helicopter flight from Schaumburg Regional Airport over Chicago’s skyline, Lake Michigan, Wrigley Field, the United Center, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier. Pilots such as Matt, Steve, Tommy, Chuck, and Sara provide commentary, headsets, and photo help.

“Steve is an amazing pilot and human we had a great time and this trip exceeded our expectations would highly recommend”

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30 minutes Etna volcano private helicopter tour from Fiumefreddo - From Fiumefreddo toward Etna’s summit craters
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30 minutes Etna volcano private helicopter tour from Fiumefreddo

12.30 minutes Etna volcano private helicopter tour from Fiumefreddo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Fly privately over Mount Etna from Fiumefreddo with an English-speaking pilot. In 30 minutes, you’ll see summit craters, Piano Provenzana, Silvestri Craters, the Bove Valley, lava flows, and Sicilian villages from the air.

“Pilot was friendly with excellent knowledge and ensured that people on both sides of the helicopter could take amazing photos and enjoy the views. A fabulous experience and well worth the money”

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Miami: 20-Minute Private Helicopter Tour - Tahiti Beach and the Coral Gables Coast
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Miami: 20-Minute Private Helicopter Tour

13.Miami: 20-Minute Private Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 105 reviews · 20 min · from $189

Fly privately from Miami Executive Airport in a black-and-gold Robinson R44 with a pilot guide, Bose headsets, and live commentary. You’ll see South Miami, Tahiti Beach, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Downtown Miami, and Biscayne Bay, with possible views of dolphins, manatees, and sharks.

“Esperienza a dir poco fantasica. Sono stata molto entusiasta di aver penotata questa esperienza.Pilota Femminile fantastica ha eseguito un atterraggio ed un decollo fantastico per non parlare del Tour eseguito consiglio vivamente. Congratulazioni”

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Private Whistler Helicopter Tour + Mountain Landing - The possible Rainbow Mountain landing
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Private Whistler Helicopter Tour + Mountain Landing

14.Private Whistler Helicopter Tour + Mountain Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 24 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Take a private Blackcomb Helicopters flight from Whistler into Garibaldi Provincial Park. See glaciers, lakes, the Black Tusk, Whistler Village, and the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. If weather allows, land on Rainbow Mountain for a complimentary 15-minute walk. Flights last about 24 to 45 minutes.

“This was my fist time flying in a helicopter and has been unbelievable. All the team members were so friendly and professional. My friends and I were so amazed with the spectacular glaciers. That was the best way to celebrate my birthday. Thank you”

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Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu - Honolulu’s center, Punch Bowl, and the H-3 corridor
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Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

15.Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $509

Fly privately over Oahu for a full hour with a pilot such as Stefan or Scott pointing out Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, waterfalls, and mountain valleys. The tour starts and ends at HNL, includes a phone lanyard, and may offer a doors-off flight option.

“Had an unbelievable trip with my wife and our pilot/guide Scott. If you can only do one trip, it has to be this . We had an amazing time with the doors off experience!!! Would 100% urged everyone to do this !! Wow…. Just wow!”

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★ 5.0Private Melbourne Skyline Helicopter RideFrom $2005 reviews
★ 5.0Private Helicopter Tour to 12 Apostles & Great Ocean RoadFrom $1,3593 reviews
★ 5.0Private Swiss Alps helicopter tour over snow covered mountain peaks and glaciers28 reviews
★ 5.0Private helicopter tour to the Swiss Alps – see the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau12 reviews
★ 5.0Private Helicopter Tour Santorini 20 minutes – up to 4 passengers4 reviews
★ 4.0Private Romantic NYC Helicopter Scenic Charter with Champagne6 reviews
★ 4.9New York: Private Scenic Helicopter Charter with Champagne5 reviews
★ 5.0Broome: Romantic 45-Min Private Helicopter Flight & Beach PicnicFrom $58711 reviews
★ 5.0Brisbane City – Private Helicopter Sunset Flight – 25minFrom $2079 reviews
★ 4.075-Min Mt. Fuji Half Day Private Helicopter Tour9 reviews
★ 5.0Melbourne: Private City Skyline and Bay Helicopter RideFrom $19729 reviews
★ 5.0Private Rent a Boat Trip at Porto Heli10 reviews
★ 4.5Private Helicopter Tour of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Long BeachFrom $24928 reviews

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