If you’re looking for a unique way to see Rio, consider taking a Rio de Janeiro helicopter tour. Rio is blessed with some stunning scenery, and from the air, you’ll be able to see it all in detail. You’ll fly over Rio’s world-famous beaches, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Christ the Redeemer statue. A helicopter tour is a great way to get a different perspective on this fascinating city.

Soaring above Rio in a helicopter is an unforgettable experience. The views are simply amazing, and you’ll get to see things that are inaccessible any other way. If you’re visiting Rio de Janeiro, don’t miss out on this exciting activity!
1. Panoramic Rio de Janeiro – Beaches (Sugar Loaf)
Price: $98 per person
Duration: ~6-7 minutes
Departs From: Sugarloaf cable car
Rating: 5/5 (150+ reviews)
Includes:
- Voucher for the flight
- Pass over Vermelha Beach
- Pass over Sugarloaf Mountain
- Pass over Praia do Leme
- Pass over Copacabana Beach
- Pass over Forte de Copacabana
- Pass over Pedra do Arpoador
- Pass over Ipanema Beach
2. Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Christ the Redeemer
Price: $141 per person
Duration: ~7-8 minutes
Departs From: Parque dos Patins
Rating: 5/5 (100+ reviews)
Includes:
- Voucher for the flight
- Pass over Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Pass over Botanical Garden
- Pass over Christ the Redeemer
3. Helicopter Tour – Samba – (Private Flight – 4 people)
Price: $1,377 per person
Duration: ~30 minutes
Departs From: Parque dos Patins
Rating: 5/5 (50+ reviews)
Includes:
- Voucher for the flight
- Christ the Redeemer (Pass By)
- Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
- Ipanema Beach (Pass By)
- Vermelha Beach (Pass By)
- Sugarloaf Mountain (Pass By)
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon (Pass By)
- Guanabara Bay (Pass By)
- Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra (Pass By)
- Ponte Rio–Niteroi (Pass By)
- Icarai Beach (Pass By)
- Museu de Arte Contemporanea de Niteroi (Pass By)
- Rio de Janeiro Historic City Center (Pass By)
- The Rio metropolis Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai (Pass By)
- Maracana (Pass By)
- Parque Nacional da Tijuca (Pass By)
- Barra da Tijuca Beach (Pass By)
- Sao Conrado Beach (Pass By)
4. Helicopter tour in Rio de Janeiro
Price: $257 per person
Duration: ~30 minutes
Departs From: Jacarepagua Airport
Rating: 5/5 (30+ reviews)
Includes:
- Bottled water
- Smartphone Safety Equipment
- Beaches of Barra da Tijuca (Pass By)
- Sao Conrado (Pass By)
- Leblon (Pass By)
- Ipanema (Pass By)
- Arpoador (Pass By)
- Copacabana (Pass By)
- Sugar Loaf (Pass By)
- Christ the Redeemer (Pass By)
5. Rio de Janeiro: 30 or 60-Minute Highlights Helicopter Tour
Price: $459 for 30 minutes/$799 for 60 minutes per person
Duration: 30 or 60 minutes
Departs From: Jacarepagua Airport
Rating: 4.8/5 (50+ reviews)
30 Minute Flight Includes:
- Barra da Tijuca
- Joatinga
- São Conrado
- Leblon
- Ipanema
- Copacabana.
- Sugarloaf Mountain
- Christ the Redeemer
60 Minute Flight Includes:
- Barra da Tijuca
- Joatinga
- São Conrado
- Leblon
- Ipanema
- Copacabana
- Sugarloaf Mountain
- Christ the Redeemer
- Modern Museum of Art of Niterói
- Santos Dumont Airport
- Downtown Rio
- Maracanã Stadium
- Tijuca Forest
6. Panoramic Helicopter Flight in the Best Tourist Spots in Rio
Price: $251 per person
Duration: ~25-30 minutes
Departs From: Jacarepagua Airport
Rating: 5/5 (20+ reviews)
Includes:
- VIP Room at Jacarepaguá Airport until the beginning / end of the tour.
- Bottled water
- Soda/Pop
- Barra da Tijuca Beach
- Sao Conrado Beach (Pass By)
- Avenida Niemeyer (Pass By)
- Leblon Beach (Pass By)
- Arpoador beach (Pass By)
- Forte de Copacabana (Pass By)
- Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
- Praia do Leme (Pass By)
- Urca Beach (Pass By)
- Pao De Acucar (Pass By)
- Corcovado – Christ the Redeemer (Pass By)
- Alto da Boa Vista (Pass By)
7. Helicopter Flight – Wonderful City – RJ (Private Flight – 4 people)
Price: $854 per person
Duration: ~12-13 minutes
Departs From: Patins Park
Rating: 5/5 (20+ reviews)
Includes:
- Corcovado – Christ the Redeemer
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Vermelha Beach
- Sugarloaf Mountain
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
8. Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Price: $507 per group (up to 3)
Duration: ~12 minutes
Departs From: Patins Park
Rating: 4.4/5 (20+ reviews)
Includes:
- Helicopter flight
- Local taxes, fees and surcharges
9. Private Helicopter Tour over Rio de Janeiro – 03 people – 30 min
Price: $560 per group (up to 3)
Duration: ~30 minutes
Departs From: Heli-Rio Táxi Aéreo
Rating: 5/5 (10+ reviews)
Includes:
- Corcovado – Christ the Redeemer (Pass By)
- Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
- Ipanema (Pass By)
- Parque Nacional da Tijuca (Pass By)
- Sugarloaf Mountain (Pass By)
- Leblon Beach (Pass By)
- Pepino Beach (Pass By)
- Barra da Tijuca Beach (Pass By)
- Rocinha (Pass By)
10. Rio Helicopter Private Tour with Transport to Boarding Area (Exclusive Flight)

Price:
- $1,260 per group (up to 4) for 15 minutes
- $1,760 per group (up to 4) for 30 minutes
- $2,530 per group (up to 4) for 60 minutes
Duration: 15 or 30 or 60 minutes
Departs From: Hotel Pickup Offered
Rating: 5/5
Includes:
- Transport by fully-equipped vehicles
- Heliport landing and facility fees
- Passengers insurance
- Christ the Redeemer (Pass By)
- Ipanema Beach (Pass By)
- Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
- Vermelha Beach (Pass By)
- Sugarloaf Mountain (Pass By)
- Leblon (Pass By)
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon (Pass By)
- Floresta da Tijuca (Pass By)
- Rocinha (Pass By)
Conclusion
If you’re looking for an amazing helicopter tour to take in the sights of Rio de Janeiro, we have just what you need. With experienced pilots and state-of-the-art helicopters, you’re sure to have a memorable experience.
Be sure to book your tour today!