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The 15 Best Private Helicopter Charters in the USA

28 flights  ·  from $65 a seat

The 15 best private helicopter charters in the USA you can book a seat on, with the per-person price, the time actually in the air and who each one suits. Number one is first for a reason.

Kauai' Exclusive Helicopter Tour: Land & Explore Olokele Canyon - The full-island route, from Nāpali to Waimea
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Kauai’ Exclusive Helicopter Tour: Land & Explore Olokele Canyon

1.Kauai’ Exclusive Helicopter Tour: Land & Explore Olokele Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $369Our pick

Fly around Kauai for about 90 minutes, passing Nāpali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Mt. Waialeale before landing in privately owned Olokele Canyon. Groups are limited to six. Pilots such as Howie, Jonathan, Eric, Brody, and Micah are praised for smooth flying and clear commentary. Plan ahead for weather and strict weight rules.

“I was traveling solo and paired with a group after having a little difficulty finding a trip I could be included on and Safari made it happen! It was worth the search! Jonathan was knowledgeable and really did a great job of showing us around as he piloted! The guy seriously knows what he’s doing. I was thoroughly impressed by what I saw and how close I saw it from. This tour was so great I would do it again, and I wouldn’t say that often.”

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From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples - Getting from Manhattan to Atlantic Aviation West
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From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples

2.From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples

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

Fly privately with your companion and a pilot in a Robinson R44 from Westchester County Airport. Choose a daytime, sunset, or evening flight, with optional Manhattan pickup. The 45-minute route gives you the best chance of seeing Lower Manhattan, while the 30-minute flight focuses on Upper and Midtown Manhattan. Pilots such as Ryan, Mario, Kevin, and Nick are praised for calm, clear service.

“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 - Every seat is a window seat
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Day 16 miles Private Helicopter Tour over Fun Spot

3.Day 16 miles Private Helicopter Tour over Fun Spot

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

Fly privately over Kissimmee and Orlando with MaxFlight Helicopter Services. The 16-mile route takes about 8 to 10 minutes in the air and may include Give Kids The World Village, Old Town, Fun Spot Kissimmee, the Big Orange, and glimpses of Celebration or Disney on a clear day. Every seat is beside a window.

“Life time experience please do it without thinking twice specially if you are doing it first time go for it”

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Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown - What the Kissimmee departure is like
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Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown

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

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

Fly privately from Kissimmee over Orlando’s illuminated theme parks, SeaWorld, Universal, Disney areas, downtown, and Old Town. Choose a 20-minute flight or the larger 48-mile route, with pilots such as Shane, Tim, and Christian providing commentary. Every seat is by a window, and the flight returns to the helipad.

“It was awesome I loved every minute of it i would do it again and recommend it to someone. To try it.”

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Miami: 20-Minute Private Helicopter Tour - Coral Gables from above
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Miami: 20-Minute Private Helicopter Tour

5.20-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 an English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking pilot. In 20 minutes, you’ll pass Tahiti Beach, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Brickell Key, Vizcaya, and Key Biscayne. Bose headsets help you hear the commentary, while clear water below may reveal dolphins, manatees, or 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 Helicopter Tour over Long Beach: See Catalina, Queen Mary - Queen Mary and the Long Beach Waterfront
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Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach: See Catalina, Queen Mary

6.Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach: See Catalina, Queen Mary

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 15 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Take a private 15-minute helicopter flight from Long Beach with live commentary over the Queen Mary, waterfront, Belmont Shore, USS Iowa, Vincent Thomas Bridge, Shoreline Village, and downtown. Flights carry two or three passengers, use headsets, and return to 3213 Airflite Way. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

“Very exiting and good and comfortable journeys. We like it a lots. We enjoyed a lots. It was first time. We may come again a friend.”

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Orlando: Theme Parks After-Hours Private Helicopter Flight - From the Kissimmee heliport to the first view
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Orlando: Theme Parks After-Hours Private Helicopter Flight

7.Theme Parks After-Hours Private Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · 15 - 45 minutes · from $125

Take a private evening helicopter flight from Kissimmee over Orlando’s theme parks and attractions. Your pilot narrates the sights from a window seat, with routes lasting 15 to 45 minutes. Look for Universal, Harry Potter World, ICON Park, Disney Springs, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and more. Flights carry up to three passengers.

“Fantastic experience with great views of the area and very knowledgable and professional pilot. The staff member before hand was also very helpful.”

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Miami Sunset Private Helicopter Tour - Fisher Island, Miami Beach, and South Pointe Park
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Miami Sunset Private Helicopter Tour

8.Miami Sunset Private Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $349

Depart Miami Executive Airport for a 40-minute private sunset flight in a Robinson R44. You’ll fly over Key Biscayne, Fisher Island, South Beach, the Venetian Islands, Brickell Key, Miami Port, Coconut Grove, and Coral Gables. Every passenger gets a window seat, Bose headset, and a clear view from the sky.

“Perfect date seeing the sunset over Miami. The pilot was amazing and take us to see from the best point of view of Miami. Is the perfect gift to share in any occassion. The staff was so caring and the experience memorable. This is an absolute excuse to see the best point of the City of the Sun; Miami”

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Private Helicopter Tour of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Long Beach - Redondo and Hermosa beaches from the air
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Private Helicopter Tour of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Long Beach

9.Private Helicopter Tour of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Long Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $249

Fly with Anthelion Helicopters from Long Beach in a private three-seat helicopter, with live commentary over Redondo and Hermosa beaches, Rancho Palos Verdes, Long Beach Harbor, the Queen Mary, and more. Pilots such as Aaron, Tom, Tyler, Jordan, and Miles have guided past flights. Plan ahead, confirm the route, and allow time for weather changes.

“Highly disappointed they counsel multiple tours I booked because the times were not available and it was council a day after I booked the door the last ride that was the same day they canceled I'm very upset about that basically it was a surprise for my husband for your anniversary and I did not receive any notifications due to those cancellations I was looking forward to that. I wish I would've have a chance to experience that I've never been on a helicopter before.”

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30 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu - Sand Island, Honolulu Harbor, and the working waterfront
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30 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

10.30 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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Private Helicopter Tour of Hollywood Sign, Beaches and More - Santa Monica Pier and the Pacific edge
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Private Helicopter Tour of Hollywood Sign, Beaches and More

11.Private Helicopter Tour of Hollywood Sign, Beaches and More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $360

Take a private 45-minute helicopter flight from Long Beach for sweeping views of the Hollywood Sign, Pacific beaches, downtown Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, UCLA, and Capitol Records. Your pilot provides live narration through a headset. The helicopter carries two to three passengers, making this a good choice for couples, families, or a small private group.

“Amazing views of Los Angeles, The Pilot knew everything, very knowledgeable and very interesting. Enjoyed every minute.”

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18 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu - Taking off from Honolulu International Airport
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18 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

12.18 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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Private Helicopter Tour- Tennessee River Run - The Tennessee River and Chickamauga Dam from above
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Private Helicopter Tour- Tennessee River Run

13.Private Helicopter Tour- Tennessee River Run

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $210

Take a private 10-minute helicopter flight from Chattanooga over downtown, Chickamauga Dam Tennessee River Park, Moccasin Bend Public Golf Club, and AT&T Field. You get the aircraft to yourself, making this a neat choice for a birthday, anniversary, or quick introduction to the city from above.

“THIS TRIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. I was texted 30 minutes before we were supposed to be there and the trip was canceled. I wanted to reschedule but never heard back from them after a week. I was told on July 6th that it would take 3 days for a refund and I still haven’t received. This has been a HORRIBLE experience and I would not recommend this.”

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Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN - Meeting the pilot at 1045 E 23rd Street
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Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN

14.Private Helicopter Tour over South Chattanooga TN

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews

Meet your pilot at 1045 E 23rd St for a short private helicopter flight over south and east Chattanooga. After a preflight briefing, you will see the base of Lookout Mountain and downtown in the distance. The flight lasts about four minutes and returns to the helipad.

“It's an amazing feeling. Even though I've got a weak stomach I still was able to enjoy it. Outstanding”

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Private Helicopter Flight Lesson from Westchester - Taking the controls over the Hudson Valley region
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Private Helicopter Flight Lesson from Westchester

15.Private Helicopter Flight Lesson from Westchester

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

At Wings Air Helicopters in West Harrison, you begin with ground instruction, then take the controls of an R44 helicopter under an instructor’s supervision. Choose a 30 or 60-minute lesson, and bring one guest. Instructor James is known for making the session count, with about 75% of the flight spent practicing with dual controls.

“The whole process was seamless from the time we arrived and we made some great memories!”

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