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15 Oahu Helicopter Tours Worth Booking Ahead

22 tours  ·  from $239 a head

These are the 15 oahu helicopter tours that earn a slot in an Oahu week, each with its price, its length and who it suits. Number one is a safe first booking.

Oahu: Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters - Waimanalo, Kaneohe Bay and Chinaman’s Hat
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Oahu: Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

1.Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $420Our pick

Take a roughly 50-minute doors-off flight from Honolulu in a Magnum Hughes 500, with room for up to four passengers. Your pilot points out Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Hanauma Bay, Kaʻaʻawa Valley and more. Choose regular open seating or First Class for a two-person party. Bring a warm layer, and expect seating to be assigned by weight and balance.

“I cannot express in words. It will be less if I say it was great. It was more than awesome. I loved every bit of it.”

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Royal Crown of Oahu - 60 Min Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On - Hanauma Bay and the rugged southeast coast
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Royal Crown of Oahu – 60 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

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

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

Fly a 60-minute loop from Honolulu International Airport past Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, the Koʻolau Range, Sacred Falls, the North Shore, Dole Plantation and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off when booking. Pilots including JoJo, Sarah and Kiana have guided flights with island history and running commentary. Weather can alter the route or cancel a flight.

“Everything, our pilot was wonderful and explained everything and was delightful to be with and it was a thrilling experience!”

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Oahu: 45 Minute Sights Unseen Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On - Around Makapuʻu and up the Windward Coast
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Oahu: 45 Minute Sights Unseen Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

3.45 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 circuit over Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, the Koʻolau Mountains, Sacred Falls and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or doors off when booking. Pilots including Nikki, Ida, Cody and Julian have been praised for clear island commentary, but the route can change with the weather.

“Really good place to propose on the helicopter. The workers help out so much and are so friendly definitely recommend.”

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From Honolulu: Oahu 60min Helicopter Tour with Doors Off/On - From Waikiki to Makapu’u Lighthouse
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From Honolulu: Oahu 60min Helicopter Tour with Doors Off/On

4.Oahu 60min Helicopter Tour with Doors Off/On

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 410 reviews · 1 hour · from $540

Fly a one-hour guided loop from Honolulu over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Kaneohe Bay, the North Shore and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off, or ask about a private group. Pilots including Sarah, Conor and Jojo have led flights with smooth flying and clear island commentary. Arrive an hour early for check-in and a safety briefing.

“One of the best experiences of my life. They were keeping an eye on us all the time. Excellent pilot and excellent service. I recommend this activity 100%.”

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Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats - Makapuʻu, reefs, and the eastern shore
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Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

5.Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $415

Take a private, roughly one-hour helicopter flight over Oʻahu, with all-window seating and live commentary in English. The route includes Waikīkī, Diamond Head, Makapuʻu, Kualoa and North Shore surf spots, with an aerial view of Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial. Most flights are doors-off, and each helicopter carries two or three passengers.

“Our pilot Jake was great and so personable! It was my first time in a helicopter, so I sat quietly in the back seat. He checked on me a few times to make sure I was good. Just as advertised, we flew over Waikiki Beach, Diamondhead, famous coves, mountains, valleys, windfarms, beautiful beaches, and Pearl Harbor. Jake pointed out all the landmarks along the way. It was a wonderful experience!”

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Oahu: Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off - Makapu’u, Lanikai, and the Windward Coast
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Oahu: Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

6.Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · from $390

Fly over Waikiki, Diamond Head, the Windward Coast, Ka’a’awa Valley, Sacred Falls, and Pearl Harbor on a 45-minute guided helicopter tour. Choose a shared or private flight, with doors on or off. Arrive 60 minutes early for check-in and the safety briefing; pilot assignments vary, with past pilots including Nikki, Cat, Joey, and Bastion.

“All the experience was very well organized and with all the safety matters on place. It was a beautiful and relaxing activity. My teenage daughters loved the tour. All the staff was super nice and welcoming.”

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Oahu: Magnum P.I. Doors-Off Helicopter Tour - What doors-off flying really feels like
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Oahu: Magnum P.I. Doors-Off Helicopter Tour

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

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

Check in at Magnum Headquarters, see the Magnum P.I. hanger, then board an original Hughes 500D for a 50 to 55-minute doors-off flight over Oahu. Expect Honolulu, Waikiki, Hanauma Bay, Sacred Falls and Pearl Harbor from above, plus a green-screen Ferrari video before takeoff. Pilots named on past flights include Josh, Tianna and Kevin.

“I had a great time, although it was a bit scary at the beginning (1st helicopter ride ever). The pilote was excellent and the staff very friendly. The view is fantastic (e.g. Waikiki beach, secret waterfalls), and you almost feel like Magnum and T.C. I would do it again. Only be aware that it can get a little chilly and the wind may be strong.”

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Oahu: Path to Pali 30-Minute Doors On or Off Helicopter Tour - Makapu’u Point and the Windward Coast
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Oahu: Path to Pali 30-Minute Doors On or Off Helicopter Tour

8.Path to Pali 30-Minute Doors On or Off Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 30 min · from $440

Fly a 30-minute loop around Oahu with an English-speaking pilot, choosing a shared or private flight and doors on or off. The route takes in Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Makapu’u Point, Mt. Olomana, Nu’uanu Pali and Pearl Harbor. Pilot Jojo has earned special praise, but ask who is flying your departure if that matters to you.

“Hola todo me encantó, valió totalmente la pena súper recomendado. La atención del personal es excelente y el servicio es maravilloso. Muchas gracias.”

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Path to Pali Passage - 30 Min Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On - Mt. Olomana and the turn inland
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Path to Pali Passage – 30 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

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

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

Take a 30-minute helicopter circuit from Honolulu over Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Makapuʻu Point, Mt. Olomana, Nuʻuanu Pali, and Pearl Harbor. Choose a flight with doors on or off, or ask about a private upgrade. Pilot assignments vary; past flights have been led by Emma, Joey, Cody, Josh, and others who shared island history and pointed out landmarks.

“We had a great time on the helicopter ride on the pot it was great very knowledgeable my wife loved it I loved it right till everybody about it. Sincerely Robert Lily and Donnelly”

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Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu - Pearl Harbor and the south shore
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Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

10.Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $509

Fly for about an hour with your private group on a helicopter tour from Honolulu International Airport. The route takes in Waikiki, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay, and Oahu’s eastern coast, among other sights. Pilots including Stefan and Scott have been praised for smooth flights and helpful commentary. A cell phone lanyard is provided; a doors-off flight is not guaranteed.

“Had an unbelievable trip with my wife and our pilot/guide Scott. If you can only do one trip, it has to be this . We had an amazing time with the doors off experience!!! Would 100% urged everyone to do this !! Wow…. Just wow!”

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Blue Skies of Oahu Helicopter Tour - Ranch country, waterfalls and North Shore surf
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Blue Skies of Oahu Helicopter Tour

11.Blue Skies of Oahu Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $438

Fly over Oahu’s coast, volcanic landmarks, Pearl Harbor and North Shore surf on a roughly 50-minute tour in a fuel-efficient Eco-Star helicopter. You’ll hear the pilot through a two-way headset and see the route from first-class seats and large viewing windows. Pilots on past flights have included Markus, Alex and Benjamin, though your pilot may differ.

“All the staff were extremely friendly and informative.The actual flight was highly enjoyable, the scenery unbleavable. This is our second time with Blue Hawaiin and if we ever visit again it will be the only company we will use.”

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60 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu - Pearl Harbor and Honolulu’s inland landmarks
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60 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

12.60 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $449

Take a one-hour shared helicopter flight from Honolulu airport for aerial views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Pearl Harbor, Kaneohe Bay, and the North Shore. The group is capped at three passengers. Pilots Stefan and Jim have led flights, though your pilot may differ. A cell phone lanyard is included.

“Book this experience! It was a memorable way to celebrate my husband’s 71st birthday made even more memorable by the stunning vistas of Oahu. It’s truly the best way to enjoy the natural beauty. The pilot, Stefan, provided just enough commentary so that there was still opportunity to reflect on the beauty of nature. Never a fear for safety as this is a professional company with great customer service. Thank you for a great time. .”

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Complete Island Oahu Helicopter Tour - Waikiki and Diamond Head from a new angle
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Complete Island Oahu Helicopter Tour

13.Complete Island Oahu Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.) · from $522

Fly with a State of Hawaii certified pilot-guide on a small-group helicopter tour of Oahu. In about 65 minutes, you’ll pass Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, the windward coast, North Shore, and leeward Oahu. The cabin holds no more than six passengers, with headsets and two-way microphones for narration.

“Super fantastic way to see entire island!! Koji (pilot) made the trip very interesting and informative made the experience very enjoyable.”

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18 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu - Diamond Head from the air
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18 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

14.18 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 18 minutes (approx.) · from $239Best value

Take an 18-minute shared helicopter flight from Honolulu International Airport over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Honolulu Harbor and downtown. The flight carries no more than three passengers and offers the option to fly with the doors off at no extra charge. Pilot names have included Scott, Inna, Valery and Stephan, though your assigned crew may differ.

“It was a fun, beautiful tour! We had a great time with the family. The pilot and the safety guide were both incredible.”

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City By The Sea - 20 Min Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On - Waikiki from above
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City By The Sea – 20 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

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

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

Take off from Honolulu International Airport with Rainbow Helicopters for a 20-minute flight over Honolulu Harbor, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Punchbowl, and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off, with the open-door seat not guaranteed. Your pilot may share local history along the way; private flights are available as an upgrade.

“Had a really great time. Our pilot was fun and gave a great tour.”

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