Grand Canyon Helicopter 45-Minute Flight with Optional Hummer Tour

Duration45m

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

See the Grand Canyon’s most breathtaking views on a 40–50 minute aerial sightseeing adventure. Soar along the edge of the South Rim as the canyon floor opens below you, revealing the Colorado River, the North and East Rims, and iconic formations including Imperial Point and the Dragon Corridor.

Fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter featuring comfortable seating, wraparound windows, and headsets for clear communication with your pilot—perfect for sightseeing and aerial photography.

Enhance your experience by adding a guided Hummer tour. Travel in an open-air, customized Hummer and stop at multiple scenic viewpoints along the canyon’s rim. Upgrade must be selected.

Important Notice (Effective Jan 1, 2026): Grand Canyon National Park will require entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combinations. International guests must purchase a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Children 15 and under enter free.

Options

45-minute Helicopter Air Tour

45-min Helicopter Tour

45-min Heli & Hummer Tour

45-min Helicopter Tour
2-hour Hummer Tour

45-min Heli & Sunset Hummer

Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
2-hour Sunset Hummer Tour

What's included

40-50 minute (approx.) flight in a state-of-the-art helicopter
In-flight narration available in multiple languages
Each aircraft can hold up to six passengers, and multiple aircraft are available for larger groups.
2-hour guided Hummer tour (if option selected)

2-hour Hummer tour (unless option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink
Gratuities
This applies to Non US Residents (ages 16+) opting for the Hummer option. Unless International guests have an America the Beautiful Annual Pass, an entrance fee for international guests will be

What to expect

Grand Canyon National Park

Fly over the widest and deepest part of the entire Grand Canyon.
Kaibab National Forest

See the vast forest landscape that borders the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon.
Grand Canyon North Rim
Pass by

Soar over the Grand Canyon Northern Rim.
The Colorado River
Pass by

Get a birds eye view of the Colorado River.
Grand Canyon South Rim
Pass by

Circle around with views of Grand Canyon South Rim.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.

End point

Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All passengers 18 years of age and older must present government-issued photo ID
For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing 300 lbs or greater will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
Infant children are considered a lap child if they are under the age of two and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time to check in for your tour.
Please bring $15 per person for fuel surcharge.
Effective Jan 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will add entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must buy a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Kids 15 and under are free.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Reviews

4.7 (338)

From

$359.00 per person

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