The 13 Tokyo Helicopter Tours That Earn Their Price

1.10-Min Helicopter Flight Tour Over Tokyo Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews Our pick

Take a private 10-minute helicopter flight from Tokyo’s Koto City over Tokyo Bay. Your route can be adjusted, with possible views of Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, the bay, and Mt. Fuji on a clear day. The flight is limited to your group of up to three, and photos are allowed in the air, though not at Tokyo Heliport.

“Awesome but the pilot was a little bit edgy ???!!!! Other than that , the experience is wonderful and rest of the staff are so polite and helpful including the online chat with their support desk.”

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2.Guided Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 20 - 30 minutes

Meet your English-speaking planner at Tokyo Heliport for a private helicopter flight over the city. Choose 20 minutes for Tokyo Tower and Skytree, or 30 minutes to add Shinjuku. A 90-minute route covering Fuji, Hakone, Yokohama, and Enoshima is also advertised, so confirm availability before booking. The aircraft carries up to three people.

“Tout a été parfait du début a la fin , le professionnalisme jusqu’au bout, et une vue que vous ne pouvais pas voir ailleurs”

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3.25-Min Downtown Helicopter Tour : Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews

You’ll take a private 25-minute helicopter flight from Funabashi, Chiba, with views toward Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, Odaiba, Shibuya, and other major sights. The flight suits couples, families, and Tokyo residents who want a fast city overview. Only your group of up to three people flies together, but weather and aircraft conditions can affect the schedule.

“Un Tour inolvidable, 100% recomendable, se ven unas vistas increíbles de Tokio, lo recomiendo en la noche para admirar las luces de Tokio.”

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4.75-Min Mt. Fuji Half Day Private Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews

From Tokyo Heliport in Shinkiba, your private group of up to three takes a 75-minute helicopter flight over Tokyo, with Mt. Fuji and Lake Hakone as the main targets when skies are clear. Cloudy weather brings an alternate western Tokyo route. The flight returns to the heliport and takes about 90 minutes with ground time.

“Volar alrededor de la torre, la experiencia de apreciar las playas de surf desde arriba, las vistas increíbles, volar sobre el monte Fuji. Fue una gran experiencia conocer Tokio desde arriba, sin duda lo volveríamos a hacer”

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5.Skytree and Tokyo Tower Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour

Take a private helicopter flight from Chiba Wangan Heliport for sweeping views of Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, and the illuminated Tokyo Bay coastline. The W Tower Course is listed as a 30-minute flight, while the itinerary also mentions 40 minutes, so confirm the exact airtime when booking. English and Japanese staff assist at the heliport, and the flight suits couples, families, and special occasions.

“If you go to Tokyo, you must need to do this one. Marvellous.”

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6.Mt. Fuji & Tokyo Helicopter Tour【90 mins】 : Close to Mt.Fuji!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

Fly privately from Tokyo Heliport with up to two companions for 90 minutes over Tokyo and nearby sights. You may see Tokyo Tower, Yokohama Landmark Tower, Lake Ashinoko, Enoshima Island, and Mount Fuji when skies are clear. The pilot also serves as your guide, and you can take photos during the flight.

“Tokyo is a place I’ve only ever known from stories — fiction, fantasy. To see it from the sky was very sobering, and it brought the city to life in a way that stories alone never could. It made my decision to move here even easier than before. Read more”

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7.【10 mins】Tokyo Helicopter Tour + Private Car Pickup & Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

You’ll meet at Tokyo Heliport for a safety briefing and security check, then take a private 10-minute helicopter flight over Tokyo. Large windows give you broad views of Tokyo Skytree, the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, and possibly Mount Fuji in clear weather. Pickup and drop-off are included, and each booking is limited to three people.

“It was a wonderful memory. The captain and all the staff were very friendly and I was very satisfied. We had small children with us, but they were not scared and enjoyed themselves. The best part was being able to see the Skytree up close, and with a detailed explanation, we were able to enjoy the whole of Tokyo from above.”

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8.22-Min Tokyo City Lights Helicopter Tour – Skytree and Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

You’ll take a private, air-conditioned helicopter flight for up to three people, leaving Funabashi Heliport in the evening. In about 22 minutes, you’ll view Tokyo Skytree, Asakusa, Tokyo Station Gallery, and the city lights from above. A taxi from Funabashi Station is the practical choice.

“An exhilarating experience. One I'll never forget. The process was very easy and everyone treated us professionally and respectfully”

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9.【15 mins】TOKYO Sky: Private Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $639Best value

Meet at Tokyo Heliport in Shinkiba for a private 15-minute helicopter flight over Tokyo. You’ll see Odaiba, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen, Rikugien, Ueno Zoo and Tokyo SkyTree from above. The booking is limited to your group, with safety guidance, English communication, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“Amazing! Very professional and friendly staff. Smooth flight and breathtaking views over the city. I would recommend it everyone who wants to experience something unique.”

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10.【50 mins】 City lights HelicopterTour: Tokyo and Yokohama plan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

You’ll take a private night helicopter flight from Funabashi Heliport, with more than 50 minutes in the air over Tokyo and Yokohama. The route includes Tokyo Skytree, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku, and Yokohama Harbour. Up to three people can share the aircraft, making it a memorable choice for a special evening.

“Friendly hosts, experienced pilot, safe and a memorable experience overall. Would recommend the sunset option as the skyline was absolutely beautiful, and to see Tokyo lit up from the street lights and LED screens right after the sun had set, Read more”

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11.【TOKYO→FUJI】 Helicopter Oneway Transfer 35mins

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $2,794

Take a 35-minute helicopter shuttle from Tokyo Heliport to Fuji-Oshino Heliport near Glamp Dome Fuji Oshino. You will see Mount Fuji and the surrounding countryside from above, then arrange your own onward transport. Flights leave hourly from 9:00 to 15:00. One carry-on is free, but weather, weight, and baggage rules matter.

“This was not good at all. The helicopter gets semi close to Mt Fuji but it’s still a distance away. They also don’t tell you that it’s a one way trip…they land way out by the mountain then leave you to find a way back. The cheapest way back was a 2.5 hour cab ride for $400 USD”

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12.Tokyo Sightseeing Helicopter Tour for 5 Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Share a private 30-minute helicopter flight over Tokyo with up to five passengers. Depart from Tokyo Heliport in Shinkiba, where Japanese, English, or Chinese support is available. From the air, you may see Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Skytree, and the capital’s mix of old and new buildings. Optional pickup, filming, and flower packages are available.

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13.Mt. Fuji & Tokyo Luxury Helicopter Tour【90Mins-5pax】Breathtaking!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

You’ll take a 90-minute private helicopter flight for up to five people from Tokyo Heliport to Lake Ashinoko and back. The route follows the Tokaido coastline, with aerial views of Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, Minato Mirai, Enoshima, and Mount Fuji when conditions allow. No guide is named, and the experience focuses on the view, not commentary.

“You pay for the charter, so if you can fill all seats, it works out cheaper per person. Very well organized. Enjoyed the trip.”

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