6 Helicopter Tours on Oʻahu We Would Put on an Itinerary

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

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

Join Magnum Helicopters for a 50-minute doors-off flight over Oahu in a Hughes 500 helicopter carrying up to four people. Your pilot, including experienced guides such as Herb or Travis, points out Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Hanauma Bay, Kualoa, Sacred Falls, and more. Choose open seating or First Class for a private pair.

“It gives you the pleasure of seeing the entire island from a new perspective. You don't want to miss this opportunity.”

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

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

Fly around Oahu for about an hour from Rainbow Helicopters at Honolulu International Airport. Choose doors on or off, then see Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, North Shore surf, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. Pilots such as JoJo, Sarah, Gavin, and Kiana add island history and humor along the way.

“If you are seated behind the pilot, you will have just the ocean view for first 40 minutes, and then fly over the fields for next ten mins. Trust me, it gets boring after a while. Family members sitting on the other side of the helicopter fully enjoyed the tour.”

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3.45 Minute Sights Unseen Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $490

Fly from Honolulu over Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Makapuʻu, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. Choose doors on or off, listen to commentary from pilots such as Nikki, Cody, Ida, or Julian, and expect about 45 minutes in the air. Jackets, closed-toe shoes, and hair ties are required for doors-off flights.

“Great experience! Our pilot Sarah was very knowledgeable. I Highly recommend this tour! Wear pants & a jacket as it was slightly chilly when we went.”

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

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

Fly around Oahu for one hour with Rainbow Helicopters, choosing an open-door or enclosed flight. Your pilot provides live commentary as you pass Waikiki, Diamond Head, Kaneohe Bay, Sacred Falls, the North Shore, Dole Plantation, Pearl Harbor, and the USS Arizona Memorial. Bring a jacket, and arrive 60 minutes early.

“So the flight was a 100% worth it! Super cool! But the video is a little bit disappointing… Because I was thinking I‘ll get a video from outside the helikopter (as in the pictures they show) but I just saw myself sitting in there for an hour… So don‘t buy the video before you see it. But everything else was PERFECT! I think it‘s a must do!”

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5.Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 221 reviews · 45 min · from $490

Fly around Oahu with Rainbow Helicopters for 45 minutes, choosing a shared or private flight and doors on or off. Your English-speaking pilot points out Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, the Windward Coast, Sacred Falls, Dole Plantation, Pearl Harbor, and the USS Arizona Memorial. Expect a safety briefing, phone straps, and changing views with your seat.

“Amazing! We loved the tour, it was a true value. We opted for the open door ride at the very end and we’re happy that we did. Everything was explained properly”

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6.From Honolulu: Complete Oahu Island Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1h 5m · from $475

Fly from Honolulu airport in a small group of up to six, with a Hawaii-certified pilot, live narration, and noise-canceling headsets. You’ll pass Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Kaneohe Bay, Nuuanu Rainforest, Sacred Falls, the North Shore, Dole Plantation, and the Waianae range before returning to the airport.

“This tour was fantastic and worth every penny! Sarah, our pilot, was knowledgeable and made this adventure even more perfect. Every person from Blue Hawaiian Helicopter was impeccably professional and welcoming. An excellent way to see and experience the island. You will be awestruck by the beauty and so very pleased when selecting this tour.”

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