Helicopter & Air Tours

Hawaii Activities has the best selection of top rated Big Island Hawaii Helicopter Tours. Find the best deals and discounts on helicopter tickets. Here’s your guide to help you find the best helicopter flights on the Big Island. We offer the most reputable Helicopter companies in Hawaii, including Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and Paradise Helicopters.

What places will I see during my helicopter flight?

There are a variety of helicopter tour packages available with different flight itineraries. Some tours show you the entire island of Hawaii, or you can choose a tour that focuses on one section of the island. We made a list to help you choose your flight:

• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park & Waterfalls (40 - 50 mins): Kilauea Volcano, 2018 eruption sights, Hilo Waterfalls, Hilo Town. Flight options are available from Hilo Airport.

Tour Options: Volcanoes National Park Doors-Off Helicopter Tour, Kilauea Volcano Helicopter Tour - Circle of Fire & Waterfalls Flight, Volcanoes National Park & Waterfalls Flight Doors-Off Helicopter Tour

• Scenic North Kohala Coast (50 - 60 mins): 2500′ waterfalls and cliffs, Waipio Valley, Pololu Valley and Waimanu Valley, Black Sand Beach, Waikoloa and Hapuna. Flight options are available from Kona Airport, Waikoloa and Waimea.

Tour Options: Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Kohala Flight from Waikoloa, Paradise Helicopters Kohala Doors-on Flight from Kona, Paradise Helicopters Kohala Doors-OFF Flight from Waimea, Hawaii Helicopters Kohala Flight with Landing.

• Circle Island (1h 45 mins to 2 hrs): See all 5 volcanoes (Kilauea, Kohala, Hualalai, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa), Waipio Valley, Pololu Valley and Waimanu Valley, Black Sand Beach, Hilo, Waikoloa and Hapuna. Flight options are available from Kona Airport and Waikoloa.

Tour Options: Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Circle Island Flights from Waikoloa, Paradise Helicopters Circle Island Flights from Kona, Paradise Helicopters Sunset Circle Island Flights from Kona

Is there an advantage to a doors-off helicopter flight compared to a doors-on flight?

Doors-off helicopter flights provide a more exhilarating flight experience and the most ideal conditions for photography. Paradise Helicopters has the best doors-off helicopter flights in Hawaii. You can fly from Hilo to experience Volcanoes National Park Doors-Off Helicopter Tour or explore the beauty of Kohala Coast on a Kohala Valleys & Waterfalls Doors-Off Helicopter Tour.

Do any helicopter tours in Hawaii provide scenic landing opportunities?

Yes, Paradise Helicopters, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and Hawaii Helicopters have incredible scenic waterfall landings at remote locations along the Kohala Coast. Big Island Hawaii helicopter flights with landings are available on Circle Island Flights and Kohala Coast flights only and they depart from either Kona or Waikoloa. The best flight options are: Paradise Helicopter Circle Island Flights (from Kona), Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Circle Island Flights (from Waikoloa), Blue Hawaiian Kohala Coast Flight(from Waikoloa), Paradise Helicopters Kohala Coast Doors-off (from Waimea), and Hawaii Helicopters Kohala Coast Flight (from Waikoloa).

Why should I include a helicopter ride on my trip itinerary?

A Big Island helicopter tour is an unforgettable experience and is the best way for you to see hidden places that are completely inaccessible by land. We advise trying to make your helicopter flight reservation at the beginning of your trip to Big Island, this ensures that you will have time to reschedule your flight if it were to be cancelled due to the weather. Book your reservation in advance since the flights sell out quickly.

How far in advance should I book my helicopter tour?

Helicopter tours are one of the most popular things to do on the Big Island Hawaii. We recommend booking your helicopter tour a few weeks in advance, before arriving at the island.

What is the best helicopter company on Big Island Hawaii?

We offer the best Big Island Hawaii helicopter tour companies that provide top-notch service and safety. They all provide the same flight routes but offer different departure locations. This makes it easier for you to choose a flight that departs near you.

Can I combine my helicopter flight with another tour?

Combine your helicopter flight with another top rated Big Island tour for a great savings! Combo tours are a great way to maximise your Big Island adventure with limited time.

• Volcano Helicopter Flight & Volcano Land Tour

• Volcano Helicopter Flight & Zipline

• Circle Island Helicopter Tour & Kohala Rainforest Hike with Waterfall Swim

Cruise Ship Passengers

For those who would like to take a circle island helicopter flight, you would need to book for your first day at Kona. Paradise Helicopters has flights departing from Kona Airport. The Kailua Kona Pier is approximately 15 minutes from Kona Airport.

For those looking for a cheaper Big Island helicopter flight, a shorter duration flight over the Volcanoes National Park from Hilo is a great option. The Hilo Harbor is located approximately 10 minutes from the Hilo airport.