Grand Canyon Helicopter 45-Minute Flight with Optional Hummer Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 45 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by: Papillon Helicopters

Ages: Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: 2-hour Hummer tour (unless option selected)
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entrance fees: 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

Itinerary

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

Passing by

Soar over the Grand Canyon Northern Rim.
The Colorado River

Passing by

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

Passing by

Circle around with views of Grand Canyon South Rim.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.

Using your ticket

You must check in at the meeting point 30 minutes prior to the activity Start Time.
All passengers are required to reconfirm their tour at least 24 hours in advance by contacting our reservations department at 702-835-8477. Please have your reservation number available.
Due to comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300lbs. 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\
Baggage Restrictions - Due to limited space, purses, backpacks, and other baggage are not permitted on the aircraft.
Effective January 1, 2026, the National Park Service will introduce new Grand Canyon National Park entrance fees for non-U.S. residents participating in commercial ground tours, impacting all of our combination tours that include a Hummer Tour. International guests may either purchase a $250 Non-Resident America the Beautiful Pass (valid for the pass holder plus up to three additional adults) or pay a $100 per-adult non-resident entrance fee, both of which are required by and remitted directly to the National Park Service. Children ages 15 and under continue to receive free entry when accompanied by an adult. Air-only tours departing from Grand Canyon Airport or Las Vegas are not subject to the park entrance fee.

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 3 days before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.

Options

45-min Heli & Hummer Tour

45-min Helicopter Tour

2-hour Hummer Tour
45-minute Helicopter Air Tour

45-min Helicopter Tour
45-min Heli & Sunset Hummer

Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour

2-hour Sunset Hummer Tour