Helicopter Tours

Private Dubai Helicopter Ride by Helidubai: 12 to 40 Minutes (Up to 5 Guests)

Visitors inside a helicopter over Dubai, capturing city skyline views.

Helicopter flying over Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai with ocean view.

Helicopter flying above Dubai Frame with city skyline in the background.

Visitors taking photos inside a helicopter over Dubai skyline.

Duration

12 min - 40 min

Free cancellation

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

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Book a private Helidubai helicopter ride for up to 5 guests on Iconic, Palm, Vision, Grand, or 40-minute Odyssey routes.

Take off from Helidubai’s heliport at Dubai Police Academy, near Dubai Internet City / Mall of the Emirates.

See Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, World Islands, Dubai Marina, and Burj Khalifa, with more landmarks added as you choose longer routes.

Enjoy a private cabin, live pilot commentary, and flexible durations from around 12 to 40 minutes.

Book with flexible cancellation up to 24 hours before departure and get instant mobile tickets.

Private Helidubai helicopter flight (entire cabin) for 12/17/22/30/40. minutes (based on option selected)

Departure from Helidubai heliport at Dubai Police Academy

Live pilot commentary in English

Safety briefing before the flight

Seats for up to 5 guests per flight

Optional photo and video packages (available for purchase onsite)

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Check in at the Helidubai heliport

Head to Helidubai’s heliport inside the Dubai Police Academy complex in Al Sufouh 1, opposite Mall of the Emirates. Arrive about 45 minutes before your slot for check-in, ID verification, weighing, and a short safety briefing in the lounge.

Private take-off over the coast

You and your group board the private helicopter and strap in. The pilot lifts off and heads out along Dubai’s coastline, with commentary through your headset pointing out each district and landmark below.

12-minute Iconic Tour – fast highlights

Great if you want a quick but classic Dubai loop.

Route highlights

Burj Al Arab’s sail-shaped tower on its own island.

Palm Jumeirah’s palm-tree layout and Atlantis on the crescent.

The World Islands offshore archipelago.

Burj Khalifa and Business Bay in the distance, plus stretches of Dubai Canal and city coastline.

17-minute Palm Tour – deeper coastline

Best if you want more time over Palm Jumeirah and the surrounding coast.

Route highlights

All Iconic Tour sights: Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, World Islands, Burj Khalifa in the skyline.

Extra time circling Palm Jumeirah’s fronds, Atlantis, and nearby beach hotels.

Extended views along Jumeirah Beach and resort-lined coastline.

22-minute Vision Tour – coast plus skyline

Best if you want coastline icons plus stronger Downtown and old Dubai coverage.

Route highlights

All Palm Tour sights along Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah coastline, and World Islands.

Closer passes around Burj Khalifa, Dubai Canal, and Business Bay.

Views over Dubai Creek, Bur Dubai wind towers, and Dubai Creek Golf Course.

30-minute Grand Tour – extended city loop

Best if you want a broad private overview without committing to the longest flight.

Route highlights

All Vision Tour coverage: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, World Islands, Marina skyline, Downtown, Dubai Canal, and historic districts.

Additional time to sweep more of the coastline and skyline at a comfortable pace.

40-minute Odyssey Tour – Helidubai’s longest route

Best if you want the most comprehensive Helidubai flight.

Route highlights

All major coastal and city landmarks: Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, World Islands, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Emirates Hills.

Extended Downtown coverage including Burj Khalifa, Business Bay, Dubai Canal, and wide stretches of Sheikh Zayed Road.

Further out districts such as Jebel Ali Palm and additional waterfront and residential developments, depending on conditions.

Landing and wrap-up

After your chosen route, the pilot returns to the heliport. You disembark, can take photos near the helicopter if allowed, and exit the Dubai Police Academy complex to continue your plans.

What to bring

Passport or valid government photo ID for all guests.

Your booking confirmation and enough time to arrive 45 minutes before flight time.

Comfortable, body-fit clothing and secure, flat shoes.

What’s not allowed

Large bags and loose items in the cabin; use on-site storage where available.

Drones, professional camera rigs, and tripods without advance approval.

Food, open drinks, and smoking near the helicopter or on the helipad.

Accessibility

Not suitable for guests unable to climb into the aircraft; boarding involves steps into the cabin.

Weight limits apply per seat and per flight; seating is allocated based on weight for balance.

Additional information

Helidubai typically flies 5-passenger helicopters; this private product is capped at up to 5 guests per flight.

Children from around 2–3 years can usually fly with an adult; each guest needs their own seat.

Routes can be adjusted slightly by Air Traffic Control, but advertised landmarks for each named tour remain the focus.

Flights can be rescheduled or refunded in case of poor visibility, dust storms, or thunderstorms.

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.