The 15 Best Oahu Helicopter Tours

1.Oahu: Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $420Our pick

Join Magnum Helicopters in Honolulu for a 50-minute doors-off flight over Oahu. Your pilot, such as Herb or Travis, narrates sights from Pearl Harbor and Waikiki to Hanauma Bay, Ka'a'awa Valley, and Sacred Falls. Choose regular seating or First Class for two, and prepare for cold wind, strict weight rules, and limited space.

“Great staff and crew. A wonderful experience, especially if you like Tom Selleck Magnum PI. Worth the price. You’ll enjoy it.”

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2.Oahu 60min Helicopter Tour with Doors Off/On

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 410 reviews · 1 hour · from $540

Fly around Oahu from Honolulu in one hour, with live commentary from pilots such as Sarah, Emma, Jojo, or Conor. Choose doors on for a calmer ride or doors off for open-air views of Diamond Head, Kaneohe Bay, Sacred Falls, Banzai Pipeline, and Pearl Harbor. Check in 60 minutes early at Rainbow Oahu Helicopter Tours.

“Fantastic, With being in a wheelchair I was unsure I would be able to participate on the tour when I initially called. After talking with staff they reassured me I would be able too. The staff assisted me into the aircraft, ensuring I was comfortable and throughout the flight. The pilot was a young lady from Norway and she was phenomenal in making sure that everyone on the tour had opportunities to see key points. The sites were something I wouldn’t have been able to see from the ground being in a wheelchair as well as breath taking from altitude. The experience was a once in a lifetime time experience…”

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3.Oahu: Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 221 reviews · 45 min · from $490

Fly with Rainbow Helicopters over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. Choose a shared or private flight, with doors on or off. English-speaking pilots such as Nikki, Michael, Cat, and Kieran provide live commentary, while phone straps help you capture the views.

“loved it. I was nervous about the whole doors off but needn't have been. The pilot was fabulous....it was a brilliant trip where he pointed out so many things and gave us the history as well. The only regret is that we didn't book the hour as it was exhilarating ....would highly recommend”

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4.Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

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

Take a private, roughly one-hour helicopter flight around Oʻahu with two or three people from your own group. Expect doors-off views, live commentary, and sights such as Waikīkī, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Mokoliʻi Island, and the North Shore surf beaches. Pilots including Jake, Mike, Lorenzo, and Clay have earned praise for clear narration and calm flying.

“We took the hour tour! Our pilot Mike was great and made us very comfortable with the flight. He was very knowledgeable of the area. We chose the doors off for flight which I highly recommend!!! Would do again if in the area. The views are spectacular!!”

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5.Oahu: Path to Pali 30-Minute Doors On or Off Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 30 min · from $440

Fly with Rainbow Helicopters for 30 minutes over Oahu’s south and east shores. You’ll see Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Makapuʻu Point, Mt. Olomana, Nuʻuanu Pali, and Pearl Harbor with live English commentary. Choose a shared or private flight, and select doors-on or doors-off seating, subject to aircraft and weight rules.

“Tour in elicottero veramente molto bello ed emozionante. Vedi dall’alto tutte le sfumature dell’isola. Un’esperienza unica, che porteremo sempre nel cuore.”

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6.Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

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

Fly for a full hour from Honolulu airport with only your private group aboard. Your pilot points out Waikiki, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay, Makapuu Point, waterfalls, and Oahu’s mountain valleys. Pilots including Stefan, Stephan, and Scott have been praised for smooth flights and clear commentary. Doors-off flights may be available, so confirm when booking.

“Great tour from sign up to completion. Well communicated, pleasant pilot with great info to share. No brainer tour to see the island.”

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7.Blue Skies of Oahu Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $438

Fly over Oahu in a six-seat Eco-Star helicopter with a certified guide-pilot, Bose noise-canceling headset, and open sightlines from every seat. The route takes in Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Kailua, Kāneʻohe Bay, the North Shore, and a remote 1,100-foot waterfall. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“Amazing views! This was one of our favorite things we did while in Oahu. Pilot was friendly and definitely experienced. This was a unforgettable experience”

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8.60 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $449

Fly above Oahu for about an hour with a maximum of three passengers. Pilots such as Stefan and Jim point out Waikiki, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay, the North Shore, and Kaneohe Bay. The tour starts and ends at Honolulu International Airport and includes a cell phone lanyard for safer photos.

“This is a must and Pilot Jim the ideal pilot. He was informative and even with a quick return to the Heliport due to a communication issue requiring a change of headset we still had 60 minutes of wonder. A fantastic trip you must do. It’s worth every penny don’t sell yourself short by taking the shorter route (less cost) do the 60 minutes you won’t regret it.”

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9.Complete Island Oahu Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.) · from $522

Fly over Oahu for about 65 minutes with a State of Hawaiʻi certified pilot-guide. The six-person helicopter tour takes in Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanikai, Kāneʻohe Bay, the North Shore, waterfalls, ranch country, and West Oahu. Check in 45 minutes early and wear dark clothing for clearer photos.

“It is a must, amazing experience staff and pilot were great and very friendly. Would highly recommend to anyone”

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10.18 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 18 minutes (approx.) · from $239Best value

Fly from Honolulu International Airport in a shared helicopter limited to three passengers. In 18 minutes, you’ll see Waikiki, Diamond Head, Honolulu Harbor, downtown, and more. An aviation headset, cell phone lanyard, and optional doors-off flight are included. Pilots and staff such as Scott, Inna, Valery, Stephan, and Ryan are noted for friendly, safety-focused service.

“Very friendly guys met us by the gates and gave us lots of snacks and drinks ;) It was my first time but I was surprised! Was great!”

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11.Oahu: Waikiki 20-Minute Doors On / Doors Off Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 20 min · from $405

Fly above Honolulu with live English commentary from Rainbow Helicopters. The 20-minute route sweeps over Honolulu Harbor, Ala Moana, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Punchbowl Crater, and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or doors off, but note that an open-door seat is not guaranteed and weight rules apply.

“Doors off View was EXCELLENT. Video, not so good.”

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12.30 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $319

See Oahu from a four-seat helicopter on a 30-minute flight from Honolulu Airport. The small cabin holds no more than three passengers, with headset commentary from your pilot. Flights may feature pilots such as Stefan or Scott, and doors-off flying is available on some departures for clearer photos and a stronger sense of the ride.

“Staff was Great! Had such an amazing time! Easy to find the airport and staff made the whole experience great. Stefan was a great guide.”

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13.30 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $359

Take a private 30-minute helicopter flight from Honolulu International Airport with your own group and an aviation headset. Pilot Stefan has received special praise for a professional, safe flight over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Honolulu Harbor, valleys, waterfalls, and mountain routes. A phone lanyard helps you take photos without risking your phone.

“100% do it you will regret it if you don’t. You can see the whole island and it’s nice views of what it has to offer.”

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14.From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 23 reviews · from $843

Fly from Honolulu to Hilo for a full-day Big Island outing with a guide, roundtrip airport transfers, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Nāhuku Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, and ʻAkaka Falls. A 45-minute Blue Hawaiian helicopter flight may be added or included with the selected package. Guide Dexter has earned special praise for his island stories.

“A fantastic trip from start to finish. Dexter, our guide was very informative and provided loads of information about the island, customs and tradition as well as living on Big Island today. We were fortunate to see a volcanic eruption whilst on the trip which made it extra special. As a result of the eruption, traffic in the Volcano National Park was horrendous which meant we didn’t get to see all the sights advertised, however this was completely out of the control of the tour company. Dexter did the best he could in the circumstances. The helicopter trip was a highlight of the tour. Chewy, our pilot was fantastic. We…”

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15.18 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $269

Take an 18-minute private helicopter flight from Honolulu International Airport over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Honolulu Harbor, and downtown. Your pilot uses an aviation headset to point out landmarks, and you can choose a doors-off flight at no extra charge. The tour includes a cell phone lanyard and returns to the airport.

“Don’t hesitate to book this- our pilot was amazing, so calming and made it a super experience for us!!!!”

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