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Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu
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Honolulu Helicopter Tours takes your private party around Oahu with doors on or off. The 60-minute circuit costs from $509 per person in a group of 2. It fits two or three passengers. You meet at Gate 289 at the end of Lagoon Drive for daily flights from 8 a.m. The route reaches Sacred Falls and the North Shore.
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Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu at a glance
| Flight | 60 minutes around Oahu |
| Price | from $509 per person in a group of 2 |
| Doors | Doors on or off |
| Party | Private, two or three passenger seats |
| Departures | Daily, every 30 minutes from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. HST |
| Meeting point | Gate 289 at the end of Lagoon Drive, arrival 30 minutes before departure |
| Ages | 5 and up |
| Main trade-off | Independent transport to the secured airport meeting point |
| Guide languages | German, English, Russian |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- Cell phone lanyard
What's not included
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
The single option buys a private 60-minute circuit. Flights run daily every 30 minutes from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 3 to 5 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu | 13 start times from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily |
The catch: Without a valid physical photo ID, you can't enter Gate 289 and won't get a refund.
Route
How does the day work?
Your flight leaves Honolulu for an Oahu circuit that reaches the North Shore before returning across the island.
- 60 min
1. Island circuit from HNL
The island circuit includes Kaneohe Bay and Sacred Falls. You'll also pass North Shore beaches before returning to HNL.
- pass by
2. Waikiki
Waikiki's beachfront lies along the south shore portion of your flight.
- pass by
3. Diamond Head
The route passes Diamond Head's crater before continuing along Oahu's south shore.
- pass by
4. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Hanauma Bay's reef is another coastal sight you view from the helicopter.
- pass by
5. Makapuu Point
Makapuu Point and its lighthouse are landmarks on the southeastern coast.
- pass by
6. Dole Plantation
Dole Plantation's pineapple fields and maze appear on the inland portion of your circuit.
- pass by
7. USS Arizona Memorial
The USS Arizona Memorial is part of your aerial view of Pearl Harbor.
The 60 minutes cover the whole circuit from HNL, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, and back. The 30-minute arrival window comes before your flight, which has no sightseeing landings. Your ground meeting point remains the end of Lagoon Drive.
Pickup and meeting point
- Road directions: 1 Lagoon Drive is only a GPS marker. Your driver must continue straight to the road's end without turning into airport driveways.
- Meeting the escort: Arrive 30 minutes early at Gate 289 and text 808-201-0660. A Honolulu Helicopter Tours employee escorts you through security.
- Parking and ID: Street parking on Lagoon Drive is free. Each passenger needs valid physical photo ID. Airport security won't accept a digital copy.
- What to wear: A light jacket and glasses help with wind exposure. Long hair needs a tie. Cameras must have a secure strap, and loose items aren't allowed.
Before you book
- Bring a valid physical photo ID for airport entry. A photo on your phone isn't accepted.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
This 60-minute circuit fits two or three travelers who want a private flight reaching the North Shore. Doors on and off are both available. Children can join from age 5. You'll need your own ride to the secured meeting point and physical photo ID for entry.
Honolulu Helicopter Tours' private half-hour flight suits a shorter south shore outing from $359 per person in a group of 2. For a window seat each, Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours offers a private flight from $415.08 per person for 2 or more.
Who it's not for
- Children under age 5
- Parties wanting more than three passengers in one aircraft
- Anyone without valid physical photo ID
Good to know
Know before you go
The minimum passenger age is 5. Your private party can book up to three places. A mobile ticket is provided, but it doesn't replace the physical ID needed for airport entry.
Every guest needs valid physical photo ID for the secured airport area. Digital copies and expired documents won't work. Missing ID means you'll be turned away without a refund.
A light jacket and glasses belong in your flight preparations. Cameras need a secure strap, and loose items must stay behind. Bring a hair tie if your hair is long.
Your meeting time is 30 minutes before takeoff at Gate 289. You can text the tour team from the lot. The pilot may still be flying, so an immediate reply isn't assured.
Weather can prevent this flight from departing. A private cabin doesn't remove that limit. Keep some flexibility around the outing instead of making your next activity depend on a precise landing time.
The full-refund window closes 24 hours before departure. You won't receive a refund for a later voluntary cancellation. Late arrival can also lead to a lost flight without reimbursement.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
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A window for every passenger
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is Honolulu Helicopter Tours' private island flight?
The private circuit starts from $509 per person in a group of 2. That price applies to the 60-minute option. Your ground transport to the airport meeting point is separate.
- Where is parking for Honolulu Helicopter Tours' private island flight?
The meeting lot is beside Security Gate 289 at the end of Lagoon Drive. You can park there or use free street parking on Lagoon Drive. The gate's guards can't handle your tour check-in.
- Can a child join Honolulu Helicopter Tours' private 60-minute tour?
The minimum age for this private circuit is 5. The entry instruction requires a valid physical photo ID for every guest. Age eligibility doesn't exempt a child from the document rule.
- Is Honolulu Helicopter Tours' private island flight doors on or off?
Both door choices are available for the 60-minute circuit. You keep the private cabin either way. Choose doors on if exposure to wind would distract you from the island views.
- Does the 1 Lagoon Drive address lead to Honolulu Helicopter Tours?
It's a GPS marker, not the final meeting point for your 60-minute tour. You continue straight to the end of Lagoon Drive. The tour employee meets you at the gate lot and escorts you through security.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.