Top 6 South East England Helicopter Tours

1.35 minute London Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Fly privately from Redhill Aerodrome over Surrey, the M25, Heathrow’s control zone, and central London. Your commercial pilot provides commentary while you follow the Thames above the height of the Shard. Allow about an hour in total, including the safety briefing.

“Very satisfied with EBG Helicopters: Linda (in the office) was very helpful with directions to the hangar, instructons and even called a taxi for me. Howard, the pilot, was very friendly and answered all my questions kindly. Visibility was superb that day and it was a smooth ride. Overall, I would do it again if I ever return to London and would recommend to family and friends.”

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2.40 minute Helicopter Explorer Trial Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

Meet EBG Helicopters in Redhill for a private helicopter lesson over the Surrey countryside. You will receive pre-flight instruction, then take the controls with a pilot such as Ken, Tim, Anne-Marie, or Bob beside you. The session suits first-timers and may include a certificate.

“Amazing experience and very friendly and welcoming staff. You even get a certificate at the end :) really worth doing!!!”

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3.25 minute Helicopter Discovery Trial Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 25 minutes (approx.)

At Redhill, meet your instructor for a safety briefing and hands-on lesson before flying over Surrey in a Robinson R22, Cabri G2, or R44. Pilots including Mark, Tim, Simon, and Anne-Marie have led these sessions. The published 25 minutes is actual air time, not classroom time.

“I had a fantastic time in the R44 with Mark the pilot. Mark was very professional and a confident and well experienced pilot. Geoff in the office was very helpful, overall a lovely time and would recommend.”

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4.25 minute Royal Surrey Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 20 to 25 minutes (approx.)

Take a private helicopter flight from Redhill Aerodrome over Box Hill, Denbies Vineyard, Polesden Lacey, Wisley, Clandon Park, and Albury Park. A commercial pilot such as Anne-Marie, Simon, Tim, or Bob provides commentary while you enjoy Surrey from above.

“I organised this flight as a treat for my wife and close friend for their 70th birthdays. None of us had been in a helicopter before so we were a little nervous. Anne-Marie was our pilot, and her professionalism and sense of humour set us at ease right away. I asked her during the trip how many times she heard the word WOW. Too many it seems!”

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5.60 minute Thames & Medway Estuary Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Take a private helicopter flight for up to three people from Redhill Aerodrome. Your pilot points out London landmarks, Thames forts, WW2 wrecks, Southend Pier, Rochester Castle and the Medway. Flights usually run between 10am and 4pm, weather permitting.

“Ross was really great giving us lots of facts about the G-SWNS helicopter as well as pointing out key things to see in London. Geoff was great at checking us in. Thank you!”

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6.45 Minute London Olympic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

Fly from Redhill Aerodrome over Surrey, Wimbledon, the River Thames, central London, and the Olympic Park. A commercial pilot such as James, Anne-Marie, or Ross provides the flight and commentary. The private 45-minute tour carries up to three people.

“Such an incredible experience and would recommend to anyone! Started off by flying up to Wimbledon/Fulham and then following the river all the way across to the Olympic park. Cannot believe we were above Parliament, next to the London Eye, between the Walkie Talkie and The Shard and then even seeing our teams Tottenham Stadium from afar. The best bit being, that our Surrey postcode was on the way home so practically flew over the house too! Massive thank you to Geoff who was so welcoming and got us all ready to go and then Anne-Marie who was an amazing pilot and tour guide! Thank you both 😀”

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