Oahu Helicopter Tours: The 8 Best Flights

1.Royal Crown of Oahu – 60 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 755 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $540Our pick

Take a one-hour Rainbow Helicopters flight around Oahu with pilots such as JoJo, Sarah, Gavin, or Kiana sharing island facts along the way. Choose doors on or off, then look down on Diamond Head, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, Banzai Pipeline, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor.

“If you are seated behind the pilot, you will have just the ocean view for first 40 minutes, and then fly over the fields for next ten mins. Trust me, it gets boring after a while. Family members sitting on the other side of the helicopter fully enjoyed the tour.”

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2.45 Minute Sights Unseen Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $490

Fly from Honolulu with Rainbow Helicopters on a 45-minute island tour over Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off, hear island commentary from pilots such as Nikki, Cody, Ida, or Julian, and prepare for cool, windy conditions.

“This activity was incredible! Captain Nikki was very informative and helpful during the trip. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to see the island and get knowledge about different parts in one go.”

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3.Magnum P.I. Doors-Off Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 50 min · from $420

Join Magnum Helicopters for a 50 to 55-minute doors-off flight in the actual Hughes 500D used in Magnum P.I. You’ll see Waikiki, Hanauma Bay, Sacred Falls, and Pearl Harbor with a certified pilot, plus a green-screen Ferrari video before takeoff.

“The rainbows. Very exciting to be in a helicopter for the first time. Awesome seeing the sites of Oahu from the air.”

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4.Path to Pali Passage – 30 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $440

Fly above Oahu from Rainbow Helicopters in Honolulu, with views of Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Mt. Olomana, Nu'uanu Pali, Waikiki, and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off, several departure times, or a private flight upgrade. Pilots such as Emma, Joey, and Cody add island history and local details.

“Turner, our pilot was a great guide and pointed out all the landmarks. We did a doors off tour and highly recommend it with this company. They are safe, efficient and very friendly.”

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5.City By The Sea – 20 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $405Best value

Fly from Honolulu International Airport over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Punchbowl Crater, and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off, or upgrade to a private flight. Expect a short safety briefing, sweeping views, and pilots such as Harley, Matt, Joey, Joanna, or Fred, subject to assignment.

“Absolutely amazing, Highly recommend , our pilot was great ,we chose to have the doors off .I would definitely try again in the future”

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6.Waikiki Sunset – 50 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $515

Fly for about 50 minutes from Rainbow Helicopters near Honolulu International Airport. Choose doors on or doors off, then see Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, the Ko’olau Mountains, Sacred Falls, the North Shore, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor with pilots such as Kieran, Oliver, and Kat.

“Oliver was our pilot and he was amazing ensuring to be soft with his flight to ensure you were not motion sickness, but at the same time gave us the best views the island has to offer. He hover while the sunset was at its best. Thank you Oliver you are the air boss!!!”

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7.Complete Oahu Island Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1h 5m · from $475

Fly over Oahu with a Hawaii-certified pilot and English narration. From Honolulu airport, you’ll see Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Kaneohe Bay, Sacred Falls, the North Shore, Dole Plantation, and the Waianae mountains in a small group of up to six.

“This tour was fantastic and worth every penny! Sarah, our pilot, was knowledgeable and made this adventure even more perfect. Every person from Blue Hawaiian Helicopter was impeccably professional and welcoming. An excellent way to see and experience the island. You will be awestruck by the beauty and so very pleased when selecting this tour.”

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8.Private 45 Minute Helicopter Tour with Romantic Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Take a private 45-minute helicopter flight for up to three people over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Sacred Falls, Chinaman’s Hat, and Pearl Harbor, then enjoy a romantic landing with leis, chocolates, and champagne. Choose doors on or doors off when booking.

“Great trip, great service and overall a great place experience. Will definitely go back again. They’re more than happy to answer any questions as well.”

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