One of the major benefits of taking the cheapest helicopter tours Oahu is that it offers a budget-friendly opportunity.
Visitors can to enjoy the rush of flight and get a unique view of the island. There are several economical choices available for people who want to cut costs.
Learn about Oahu’s least expensive helicopter trip in this article.
Path to Pali Passage – 30 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On
During this 30-minute helicopter tour, you will soar above Oahu. Explore the beautiful peaks of the island from a high altitude.
Discover the island’s white sand beaches, coral reefs, rainforests, and volcanic cliffs.
You can choose between doors off or doors on, then start your trip from Rainbow Helicopters in Honolulu International Airport.
Take off and fly above Oahu’s South Shore for views of the Honolulu cityscape and the Diamond Head crater.
Continue floating above the adjacent volcanic cliffs and ancient volcanic outcroppings as you pass above Hanauma Bay’s coral reefs.
As you fly inland, you will fly above Mt. Olomana’s three peaks, the Nu’uanu Pali cliffs, the famous Pearl Harbor site, and the USS Arizona Memorial.
Your helicopter will return to the Honolulu International Airport after flying over the island.
What’s included
- A phone strap
- Parking fees
Meeting point
155 Kapalulu Pl Ste. 197, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
End point
This tour ends back at the meeting point.
Tour duration: 30 minutes
Tour operator: Rainbow Oahu Helicopter Tour
Tour timings: 9 am to 5 pm
Ticket price
| Type of tour | Adult ticket (2+ years) | Infant ticket (0 to 1 year) |
|---|---|---|
| Doors OFF Private Tour | $885 | Free entry |
| Doors OFF Tour | $295 | Free entry |
| Doors ON Private Tour | $885 | Free entry |
| Doors ON Tour | $295 | Free entry |
Additional information
- You will receive your confirmation at the time of booking.
- Every visitor at least 24 months old must reserve a seat at the full fare.
- Infants must sit on laps.
- A charge of 50% of the seat price will be applied after booking for customers weighing between 260 and 279 lbs. A second seat purchase will be required for visitors weighing 280 pounds or more after booking.
- Stroller is accessible.
- This tour can have a maximum of 15 travelers.
- Robinson R44 helicopter only allows passengers weighing 80 pounds or more to fly with the door off.
- Airbus Astar helicopter only allows passengers weighing 100 lbs or more to fly with the door off.
City-by-the-Sea – 20 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On
While making the reservation, you can select a departure time according to your preference.
Your 20-minute helicopter tour starts from Rainbow Helicopters at Honolulu International Airport.
After your pilot gives you a quick introduction, you can choose whether to fly with open or closed helicopter doors.
The doors-off helicopter in Oahu will give beautiful vistas and photo opportunities from above.
The helicopter takes off and flies over Honolulu Harbor and Oahu’s stunning South Shore.
Admire surfers, sailboats and swimmers enjoying the beauty and delight of the island as you get closer to Waikiki’s white-sand beaches.
You will fly into Pearl Harbor after passing over Punchbowl Crater and the American National Military Cemetery of the Pacific.
After your tour, you will realize why so many people love the cheapest helicopter tours Oahu.
Meeting point
155 Kapalulu Pl Ste. 197, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
End point
This tour ends back at the meeting point.
Tour duration: 20 minutes
Tour operator: Rainbow Oahu Helicopter Tour
Tour timings: 9 am to 5 pm
Ticket price
| Type of tour | Adult ticket (2+ years) | Infant ticket (0 to 1 year) |
|---|---|---|
| Doors OFF Private Tour | $780 | Free entry |
| Doors OFF Tour | $260 | Free entry |
| Doors ON Private Tour | $780 | Free entry |
| Doors ON Tour | $260 | Free entry |
Additional information
- You will receive your confirmation at the time of booking.
- A charge of 50% of the seat price will be applied after booking for customers weighing between 260 and 279 lbs. A second seat purchase will be required for visitors weighing 280 pounds or more after booking.
- Infants must sit on laps.
- Every visitor at least 24 months old must reserve a seat at the full fare.
- Robinson R44 helicopter only allows passengers weighing 80 pounds or more to fly with the door off.
- Airbus Astar helicopter only allows passengers weighing 100 lbs or more to fly with the door off.
- Stroller is accessible.
- This tour can have a maximum of 15 travelers.
Open-Door Helicopter Tour over Oahu
The cheapest helicopter tours Oahu can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.
Some options are available for travelers on a tight budget who want to experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
On this tour, ride in an open-door helicopter above Oahu for unrestricted island views.
This excursion is the region’s reasonably priced helicopter tour – costing just $325 per person.
Take stunning pictures of Oahu’s mountains, waterfalls, and lush valleys.
Aerial views of Honolulu Harbor, the Aloha Tower, Magic Island, Keehi Lagoon, and Ala Moana Beach Park are your first stop.
Fly over Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, Waikiki Beach, stunning Hanauma Bay, and more!
You can select open seating in the standard configuration or First Class for a more private trip for the two of you.
A panoramic view of Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial will cap your Oahu helicopter tour.
After your tour, you can also buy a video of the helicopter tour.
What’s included
- Live commentary on board
- Open-door helicopter ride
Meeting point
130 Iolana Pl, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
End point
This tour ends back at the meeting point.
Tour duration: 50 minutes
Tour operator: Magnum Helicopters
Tour timings: 10 am to 4 pm
Ticket price
- First Class Seating
Adult ticket (3+ years): $365
- Regular Seating
Adult ticket (3+ years): $325
Additional information
- You will receive your confirmation at the time of booking.
- If more than 2 adults are traveling together, each additional adult must book a separate reservation.
- The minimum age to fly is 3.
- Passengers in open seating who weigh more than 250 pounds (113 kg) will be assessed an extra surcharge.
- Passengers in open seating who weigh more than 300 pounds (136 kg) will be charged for an extra seat. Both payments must be paid directly to the provider on the tour day.
- No First Class passenger should weigh over 180 pounds (81 kg). Two First Class passengers may not weigh more than 345 pounds together (156 kg)
- You can read more about the weight restrictions in detail.
- To sit adjacent to an open door, you must be 12 or older.
- They will contact you to reschedule if all four helicopter tickets are not sold. You’ll get a full refund if you can’t change your appointment.
- This tour can have a maximum of 4 travelers.
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