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Helicopter Tours in Los Angeles
Hollywood, beaches & the Pacific.
Why fly over Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is too sprawling to take in from the ground — which is exactly why a helicopter tour works so well here. Flights depart from Long Beach, Burbank or Van Nuys and lift over downtown LA's skyline before climbing into the Hollywood Hills for a close pass over the Hollywood sign, Griffith Observatory and the Lake Hollywood reservoir. Most tours continue west over Beverly Hills (the Bel-Air mansion district is a celebrity-spotting highlight), Sunset Boulevard, Santa Monica Pier and the Malibu coastline. Sunset flights are particularly photogenic, with the Pacific haze giving the city a cinematic glow. LA's airspace is famously busy, but local operators are highly experienced and follow tightly choreographed corridors approved by the FAA and LAPD Air Support.
Quick Answer
Helicopter tours in Los Angeles — at a glance
Best time to fly
March to November (low rain probability)
Typical price range
$199 – $1,500
Top experience
Hollywood sign + Malibu coast at sunset
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Los Angeles helicopter tours at a glance
| Tour | Duration | Highlights | Price from | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Experience Helicopter Attractions of Los Angeles | 50 min | FREE_CANCELLATION, LIKELY_TO_SELL_OUT | $649 | 5(34) | View |
| Hollywood and Beaches 50-Minute Helicopter Tour | 50 min | PRIVATE_TOUR | $540 | 5(16) | View |
| Hooray for Hollywood 35-Minute Helicopter Tour | 35 min | PRIVATE_TOUR | $450 | 5(15) | View |
| California Coast and Canyons 35-Minute Helicopter Tour | 35 min | PRIVATE_TOUR | $450 | 5(10) | View |
| LA Helicopter Tour with Malibu Landing | 2 hr | PRIVATE_TOUR | $975 | 5(6) | View |
| Private Helicopter Ride to Hollywood Sign | 10 min | FREE_CANCELLATION, PRIVATE_TOUR, LIKELY_TO_SELL_OUT | $319 | 5(6) | View |
| LA Private Doors-Off Aerial Photography Helicopter Adventure | 1 hr | FREE_CANCELLATION, PRIVATE_TOUR | $265 | 5(6) | View |
| Hollywood Sign and Coast 35-Minute Helicopter Tour in Los Angeles | 35 min | PRIVATE_TOUR | $450 | 5(3) | View |
| Grand Los Angeles 65-Minute Helicopter Tour | 1 hr 5 min | PRIVATE_TOUR | $650 | 5(3) | View |
| Ultimate Tour of Los Angeles by Helicopter | 1 hr | FREE_CANCELLATION, PRIVATE_TOUR | $455 | 5(2) | View |
| Romantic Malibu Mountaintop Landing Helicopter Tour from Burbank | 1 hr 15 min | FREE_CANCELLATION, PRIVATE_TOUR | $1199 | 5(2) | View |
| Hollywood and Beyond Helicopter Tour from Long Beach | 30 min | Discover the unparalleled beauty of Southern California from the sky on a luxury | $449 | 5(2) | View |
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Practical Tips
Planning your Los Angeles flight
Best time of day
Late afternoon for the golden Pacific light; mid-morning for clearest visibility over downtown.
Weather considerations
May 'June Gloom' (May–Jun) brings coastal cloud cover that can delay morning flights — afternoon slots are safer.
Booking tips
Sunset slots fill 1–2 weeks ahead. For Oscars or Grammys week, book 1+ month in advance.
What to bring
Sunglasses essential; light jacket for evening flights; phone or DSLR with a wrist strap.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before booking a helicopter tour in Los Angeles.
Yes — LA's geography only makes sense from the air. A 30-minute flight covers more iconic landmarks than a full day of driving in traffic.
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