What the Grand Canyon Helicopter Landing Tour includes
The 130-mile flight over Lake Mead and Hoover Dam, the descent below the West Rim and a champagne picnic on the canyon floor — all in one bucket-list day.
Highlights
- Fly 130 miles east over the Mojave Desert to the Grand Canyon West Rim
- Soar above Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam on the way out
- Descend 3,200 feet below the rim and land on the canyon floor
- Set down beside the Colorado River, deep inside the canyon
- Toast the view with a champagne picnic before flying back
What’s included
- Round-trip flight in a wide-window EC130 / A-Star helicopter
- Live narration from your pilot-guide over a noise-cancelling headset
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from most Strip hotels
- Champagne and a light picnic on the canyon floor
- All landing fees and national-park overflight permits
- Free cancellation on most departures and instant confirmation
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If you just want the safe choice: this is the most-loved flight out of Las Vegas, the best mix of the desert crossing, the landing below the rim and champagne on the canyon floor for the money, with hotel pickup and a pilot-guide.
Which Las Vegas flight is right for you?
Three very different ways into the air — a quick Strip night flight, the all-in Grand Canyon landing, or the Skywalk combo that adds the glass bridge. Here’s how they compare.
| Strip Night Flight | Bucket listGrand Canyon Landing | Skywalk Express | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where you fly | Las Vegas Strip | Grand Canyon West Rim | Skywalk & West Rim |
| Starting price | $99 / person | $479 / person | $609 / person |
| Trip length | 12–15 min flight | ~4 hours door to door | ~5–6 hours |
| Landing | No — flight only | Yes, on the canyon floor | Yes + Skywalk entry |
| Highlights | Neon Strip lights | Land 3,200ft below the rim, champagne | Glass Skywalk bridge + landing |
| Best for | Quick thrill & date night | The bucket-list day | Seeing it all in one go |
| Rating (reviews) | 4.7 (1,737) | 4.8 (1,563) | 4.8 (542) |
| Hotel pickup | Optional | Usually included | Included |
| Strip flight → | Book the Canyon landing → | Skywalk → |
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Las Vegas helicopter tours — through the lens
The neon Strip after dark, the red walls of the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam and Lake Mead — captured from the air.
Popular Las Vegas helicopter tours
From the $99 Strip night flight to the bucket-list canyon landing, a champagne picnic, the Skywalk and a Hoover Dam loop — here are the flights worth your time.
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Best valueMost bookedNight Helicopter Flight over Las Vegas Strip
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Reviews from travellers who booked the flights we feature.
Absolutely the highlight of our trip. Flying over Hoover Dam and then dropping down into the canyon to land by the river was unforgettable. The champagne on the canyon floor was the perfect touch — worth every cent.
The Strip at night from the air is something else. Fifteen minutes of pure neon — the Bellagio fountains, the Luxor beam, all of it lit up below us. Quick, easy and a brilliant way to start our Vegas trip.
Our pilot was fantastic and pointed out everything on the way to the canyon. Landing on the floor with a glass of champagne felt completely surreal. A bucket-list day done right.
The Skywalk combo was the best of both worlds — the helicopter landing and then walking out over the glass bridge. Smooth morning flight, no bumps at all. Highly recommend booking the early slot.
Window seats made all the difference for photos. The whole Strip glided past below us and the pilot circled so both sides got the view. Smooth, professional and great value for a first flight.
We were nervous first-time flyers and it could not have been easier. The weigh-in took two minutes, the cabin was comfortable and the views over Lake Mead were stunning. Would do it again tomorrow.
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Travellers single out the pilots and the landing — the difference between a flyover and actually setting down on the canyon floor with a glass of champagne before flying back over Hoover Dam.
Quick answers before you book
A few things worth knowing so you spend your time on the view, not the logistics.
Strip flight or Grand Canyon landing?
A Strip night flight is the quick, affordable thrill — 12–15 minutes over the neon. A Grand Canyon landing is the once-in-a-lifetime day, about four hours door to door.
Does it really land in the canyon?
The landing tours do — they descend below the West Rim to the canyon floor. Cheaper flyover tours stay in the air, so check which you’re booking. See is it worth it?
What do I bring?
Photo ID to fly, a light layer for the cabin, sunglasses and closed-toe shoes. See what to expect and bring.
When should I go?
Fly the Strip at night and the canyon by morning, when the air is calmest. More on night or day and what it costs.
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The honest guide to a Las Vegas helicopter tour
There’s a moment on every Grand Canyon flight — the one where the helicopter tips over the rim and the canyon falls away beneath you for a quarter of a mile — when you understand why people fly out here at all. The neon Strip from 500 feet, Hoover Dam and Lake Mead from the air, a champagne toast on the canyon floor. The good news: it’s far simpler to organise than it looks, and you don’t need any experience to do it.
You don’t need to plan logistics, drive for hours, or know anything about flying. What you need is a helipad just south of the Strip, a free evening or a free half-day, and a sense of which kind of flight fits you. Here’s everything worth knowing before you book.
What a Las Vegas helicopter tour actually is
A Las Vegas helicopter tour is a guided sightseeing flight in a light helicopter — usually an EC130 or A-Star with wide wrap-around windows — that lifts off from a private helipad near Las Vegas Boulevard. The shortest trips loop over the Strip in 12–15 minutes, dazzling after dark. The longest fly 130 miles east to the Grand Canyon, land on the canyon floor or the West Rim, and fly back. Most include hotel pickup, and the pilot doubles as your guide over a headset.
Where you actually go
Almost every itinerary is built from the same handful of sights, just in different combinations. The Strip is the headline night flight — the casinos, the Bellagio fountains and the Luxor beam from above. The Grand Canyon is the bucket-list day, flying over Lake Mead and Hoover Dam before landing below the rim. Add the glass Skywalk bridge at the West Rim, the red sandstone of Red Rock Canyon minutes from the city, or the Martian-red Valley of Fire. Some trips combine a canyon landing by day with a Strip flight by night.
Strip flight, Grand Canyon landing or the Skywalk?
This is the choice most people weigh up, so here’s the short version. A Strip night flight (from about $99) is the quick, affordable thrill — 12–15 minutes over the neon, back on the ground in under an hour. A Grand Canyon landing (from about $479) is the once-in-a-lifetime day — the 130-mile flight, the descent below the rim and champagne on the canyon floor, about four hours door to door. The Skywalk Express (from about $609) adds the glass bridge for the all-in West Rim experience. If budget rules, fly the Strip; if it’s the trip of a lifetime, land in the canyon.
How hard is it, really?
Easier than it looks — there’s nothing to do but enjoy the view. The helicopter does the work; your only tasks are a quick weigh-in at check-in (operators weigh every passenger to balance the aircraft and assign seats) and climbing in and out at the canyon. No experience, fitness or nerve is required, and the flights suit families and first-time flyers. The main things that shape your comfort are the time of day and a little motion — both of which come down to which slot you book.
What to bring
Get this right and the whole trip is comfortable. The golden rule is photo ID, a layer for the cabin, and as little else as possible.
- Photo ID: required to fly — a passport or driver’s licence.
- A light jacket or layer: the cabin can be cool and the canyon floor cooler than the Strip.
- Sunglasses: the desert glare is strong, especially on a daytime canyon flight.
- A secured camera or phone: with a strap or zipped pocket — you don’t want it loose near an open window.
- Closed-toe shoes: comfortable for the canyon-floor landing.
Full breakdown on what to expect and what to bring.
When to go
Las Vegas helicopter tours run year-round. Fly the Strip at night — the neon is the whole point, and it only comes alive after dark, with sunset departures the connoisseur’s pick. Fly the Grand Canyon by day, ideally an early morning departure when the air is calmest and the light on the canyon walls is best. Summer afternoons bring desert heat and wind that can make light helicopters bumpy, so morning canyon slots are smoother. More in night or day?
Do you need to book ahead?
In peak season and over holiday weekends, yes. The best-rated Grand Canyon landings and the cheapest Strip slots sell out days ahead in spring and autumn. Booking online locks in your seat and the price; the flights we link offer free cancellation, so there’s little risk in booking sooner.
What it costs
A Strip night flight starts around $99–$129, the best value for a first flight. A Grand Canyon landing runs about $479–$559, the Skywalk combo around $609, and Hoover Dam flights from about $214. Hotel pickup is usually included; watch for fuel surcharges, taxes or a separate Skywalk ticket, and a pilot gratuity is customary. Full pricing on how much a Las Vegas helicopter tour costs.
A few honest answers
Does the Grand Canyon tour really land in the canyon? The landing tours do — they descend 3,200 feet below the rim and set down on the canyon floor. Cheaper flyover tours stay in the air; check which you’re booking.
Will I feel sick? Most flights are smooth, especially in the morning. Afternoon desert wind can make light helicopters bumpier, so book an early slot if you’re prone to motion sickness.
Is there a weight policy? Yes — every passenger is weighed at check-in to balance the aircraft, and some operators add a comfort surcharge above a certain weight. It’s routine; wear something you don’t mind being weighed in. Weight, minimum age, ID, pregnancy and accessibility are all covered in our guide to restrictions, rules & safety.
Do I need to book ahead? In peak season and over holidays, yes — the good flights fill up. Check live dates and reserve early; most tours offer free cancellation.
That’s the whole picture. Pick the flight that fits your time and budget, bring ID and a layer, book a licensed operator, and go see Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon from the air. Ready? Compare every Las Vegas helicopter tour and book the one that fits your trip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Las Vegas helicopter tour?
For most travellers the Grand Canyon Helicopter Landing Tour is the best all-round pick — it flies 130 miles over Lake Mead and Hoover Dam, descends 3,200 feet below the West Rim and lands on the canyon floor with a champagne toast, from about $479, and rates 4.8 from 1,560+ reviews. If budget rules, the Strip Night Flight from $99 is the quick, dazzling alternative. See our full pick of the best Las Vegas helicopter tour.
How much does a Las Vegas helicopter tour cost?
A Strip night flight starts around $99–$129, the best value for a first flight. A Grand Canyon landing runs about $479–$559, the Skywalk combo around $609, and Hoover Dam flights from about $214. Hotel pickup is usually included; watch for fuel surcharges, taxes or a separate Skywalk ticket, and a pilot gratuity is customary. Full breakdown on our helicopter tour cost page.
Are there weight, age or other restrictions on Las Vegas helicopter tours?
Almost everyone can fly. Every passenger is weighed for balance, and most operators add a comfort-seat charge above about 275 lbs; the usual minimum age is around two, infants need their own seat, and photo ID is required to board. Pregnant travellers, wheelchair users and anyone with a medical condition should check with the operator first. See the full rundown of restrictions, rules & safety.
How long is a Las Vegas helicopter tour?
It depends on the route. A Strip night flight is 12–15 minutes in the air and under an hour door to door. A Grand Canyon landing is about four hours door to door, including the 130-mile flight each way and time on the canyon floor. The Skywalk combo runs five to six hours. See what to expect for the full timeline.
Does the Grand Canyon helicopter tour really land in the canyon?
The landing tours do — they descend about 3,200 feet below the West Rim and set down on the canyon floor by the Colorado River, usually with a champagne picnic. Cheaper flyover tours stay in the air, so check which you’re booking before you pay. We weigh it up in is the Grand Canyon flight worth it?
When is the best time for a Las Vegas helicopter tour?
Fly the Strip at night, when the neon is at its best, with sunset departures the connoisseur’s pick. Fly the Grand Canyon by day, ideally an early morning departure when the air is calmest and the light on the canyon walls is best. Tours run year-round. More in our night or day guide.