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Dubai Helicopter Tour (17, 22 or 30 Minutes)

Couple photographing Dubai skyline from helicopter.
Aerial view of Palm Jumeirah in Dubai during a 15-minute helicopter tour.
Helicopter passengers view Burj Al Arab during 17 min Dubai tour.
Aerial view of Burj Al Arab and coastline during helicopter flight over Dubai.

Duration

22 min - 1 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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    • Experience Dubai’s skyline with an exhilarating helicopter tour over iconic landmarks.

    • Soar above the Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, and World Islands for an exclusive, panoramic view.

    • Designed for thrill seekers and photographers alike, these tours capture Dubai’s surreal beauty from up the sky.

    • Enjoy a comfortable helicopter ride with expert pilots ensuring safety and breathtaking vistas.

    • Choose from flexible tour options, including 12, 22, or 30-minute rides to match your schedule and interests.

    • 17/22/30-minute shared helicopter flight (based on option selected)

    • Helicopter tour with HeliDubai (choose from 17, 22, or 30-minute flights)

    • Pre-flight safety briefing

    • 30-Minute Ride: Fly over Atlantis The Palm, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Creek, and iconic landmarks like Jumeirah Beach and Dubai Marina.

    • 22-Minute Ride: Soar over Atlantis Hotel, Burj Al Arab, The Palm Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and The World Islands.

    • 17-Minute Ride: Enjoy views from Atlantis The Palm to Burj Khalifa, passing Aquaventure, Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach, and The World Islands.

    • Photo and video packages (available for purchase)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • Check in at the Dubai city helipad

    Arrive at the helipad 45–60 minutes before your chosen flight time. Staff check your ID, weigh passengers for seat allocation, and give a short safety briefing. You then wait in the lounge until your helicopter is called.

    What to expect

    Take off towards Palm Jumeirah

    Board the helicopter and strap in. The pilot lifts off and heads towards the coastline. Within minutes you see Palm Jumeirah's palm-tree shape below, with Atlantis on the crescent and villas along the fronds.

    17-minute route – coastal highlights

    Best if you want a compact Dubai helicopter tour focused on the shoreline.

    Features

    • Palm Jumeirah aerial views, including trunk, fronds, and crescent.

    • Burj Al Arab flyover on its island, 280 meters off Jumeirah Beach.

    • Jumeirah Beach coastline, JBR, and Dubai Marina tower cluster.

    • World Islands on the horizon as you loop back toward the helipad.

    22-minute route – extended skyline views

    Best if you want coastal icons plus a closer look at Downtown.

    Features

    • All highlights of the 17-minute route: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, JBR, and Dubai Marina.

    • World Islands views from a better angle and height.

    • Closer pass toward Burj Khalifa, Business Bay, and the Downtown skyline.

    • Aerial views of Dubai Frame and parts of Sheikh Zayed Road.

    30-minute route – full coastal and Downtown circuit

    Best if you want one comprehensive helicopter tour of Dubai.

    Features

    • All highlights of the 22-minute route: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Marina, World Islands, and Burj Khalifa area.

    • Extended pass over Business Bay, Dubai Canal, and more of Sheikh Zayed Road.

    • Longer coastal run along Jumeirah Beach with extra time to photograph each section.

    • A fuller overview of how Dubai's districts connect from sea to Downtown.

    Landing and departure

    After your 17, 22, or 30-minute loop, the pilot returns to the helipad. You disembark, can take a quick photo near the helicopter, and then leave the helipad using your chosen transport.

  • What to bring

    • Passports are mandatory, as e-copies are not accepted for boarding.

    • Bring your booking confirmation either on your phone or a printout.

    What’s not allowed

    • Smoking, food, and beverages

    • Children below the age of 2 years

    • More than 5 passengers per helicopter

    • Passengers over 140 kg

    • Pregnant women over 32 weeks

    Additional information

    • Passengers are fully insured in line with UAE Civil Aviation regulations

    • Flights are subject to weather and visibility conditions

    • Arrive at least 45 minutes before your flight time

    • Routes may change based on air traffic or safety requirements

    • Pickup service is available from centrally located hotels and residences

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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