9 Los Angeles Helicopter Tours to Plan a Day Around

1.Hollywood & Beverly Hills Celebrity Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 835 reviews · 20 min · from $199Our pick

Lift off near Burbank for a 20-minute flight over Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, the Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios and more. Your pilot provides live English commentary through noise-canceling headphones. Flights carry up to three passengers plus the pilot, so you get a small-group view of Los Angeles from the air.

“Very warm welcome, top pilot, memorable experience. we will definitely do it again on our next trip to L.A.. A must do activity!”

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2.Culture and Arts Tour of Downtown LA with Angels Flight Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39Best value

Spend about two afternoon hours walking downtown Los Angeles with a local guide, visiting places such as the Last Bookstore, the Bradbury Building, and Grand Central Market, then riding Angels Flight. Expect architecture, local history, and modern city culture, with guides including Paul, Matt, Chris, Sam, Sonya, and Kristina. The group is capped at 15; food and drinks cost extra.

“Paul is very knowledgeable and a great tour guide. He knows a lot of the city's history and is well read It was a very enjoyable tour. At no point did I feel rushed”

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3.Hollywood Sign & Universal Studios Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 10 min · from $159

Depart from Burbank Airport for a 10-minute guided helicopter flight over the Hollywood Sign and nearby sights, including Universal Studios, Griffith Park, Griffith Observatory and Warner Bros. Studios. Choose a daytime or sunset option. The pilot points out landmarks, and the aircraft carries up to three passengers plus the pilot.

“It was a really great experience and it worth the money I recommend everyone to try the tour”

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

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

Fly privately with your group from Long Beach Airport on a narrated 15-minute route over the waterfront, Belmont Shore Pier, the Queen Mary and more. Headsets are provided, and the helicopter carries two or three passengers. Catalina views are part of the tour’s appeal, though visibility depends on conditions.

“David was amazing, made me feel very comfortable to fly !!! thankyou !! It was a beautiful view over water!!”

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5.Los Angeles Night Helicopter Tour: Hollywood & City Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 77 reviews · 30 min · from $299

Take a 30-minute helicopter flight after sunset from Bob Hope Airport in Burbank. You’ll fly above Hollywood, the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Downtown LA, and major sports and entertainment venues. An English-speaking guide accompanies the flight, with room for up to three passengers plus the pilot. Your confirmed departure time depends on availability and weather.

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6.California Coastline & Hollywood Celebrity Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 30 min · from $299

Take a 30-minute helicopter flight over Los Angeles, with views that may include the Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios, Beverly Hills, Marina del Rey, Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier. An English-speaking pilot points out landmarks. Flights carry up to three passengers, and the route and meeting point can vary.

“Views were amazing and the experience of being in a helicopter was very unique and worth it for a once in a blue moon experience. Pilots were professional and kind.”

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7.Malibu and Hollywood Flight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 50 reviews · 1h 15m

Take a 75-minute narrated flight over Los Angeles, from Malibu and the Hollywood Sign to downtown, LAX and the port. The small group is limited to three participants, and pilots including Tommy and Toby have been praised for friendly explanations. Meet at Torrance Airport, where parking is free.

“It was amazing, Tommy was really nice, showed and explained us some stories. We really enjoyed the tour.”

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8.Downtown LA Lights: Your Private Sunset and Night Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $270

Take a private helicopter flight from Long Beach for about 35 minutes over Los Angeles. You’ll see downtown, Dodger Stadium and other listed landmarks, with sunset or night views depending on your departure time. The pilot provides live commentary over headsets. Flights take two or three passengers, and the operator’s aircraft weight limits are strict.

“What an amazing group of people working here. They were friendly our pilot was awesome and super kind with us. Made the two young ones feel extra comfortable before taking off and we all loved the flight!!! Will definitely start bringing my guests to fly with you again and again ♥️”

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9.Private 1-Hour Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 1 hour · from $620

Depart from Van Nuys Airport for a private helicopter flight over Los Angeles, the Santa Monica Mountains, Malibu, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, and the Hollywood Sign. Your pilot provides commentary over a headset, and the helicopter carries up to three passengers. Allow for about 65 minutes in the air, weather and air-traffic conditions permitting.

“We had a fantastic time and this was possibly the highlight of our LA stay. Peter is a fantastic pilot and a wonderful host, so it’s his wife. We had a warm welcome, lots of interesting facts and stories during the flight and felt super comfortable and safe. Don’t hesitate and book this stunning flight!”

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