Compare Grand Canyon helicopter tours departing from the South Rim, including a scenic 45-minute canyon flight and a helicopter + Hummer adventure through Grand Canyon National Park.
Scenic Helicopter Flights • Helicopter + Hummer • Arizona Departures
*All South Rim tours depart from Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Arizona. Transportation from Las Vegas is not included.
Compare our South Rim experiences and choose between a scenic canyon flight or a helicopter and Hummer adventure.
Fly over the South Rim, North Rim, Colorado River and Dragon Corridor on a 45-minute scenic helicopter flight.
45-Minute Flight • South & North Rim • Dragon Corridor
Combine a scenic Grand Canyon helicopter flight with a guided Hummer tour through Grand Canyon National Park.
40–50 Minute Flight • Guided Hummer Tour • Rim Viewpoints
Compare the key differences between our South Rim experiences, including flight time, ground touring and price.
A helicopter tour from the South Rim gives you sweeping views of the Grand Canyon, including the Colorado River, North Rim and Dragon Corridor.
See towering canyon walls, the Colorado River and vast stretches of the Grand Canyon from above.
Fly beyond the South Rim for aerial views of the North Rim and some of the canyon’s most dramatic terrain.
Fly through the legendary Dragon Corridor, one of the widest and deepest sections of the Grand Canyon.
See miles of Grand Canyon scenery during a single helicopter flight without spending hours driving between overlooks.
Start with the experience that matters most to you—spending more time in the air or combining your helicopter flight with a guided tour along the South Rim.
Choose the 45-minute helicopter tour for spectacular aerial views of the South Rim, North Rim, Colorado River and Dragon Corridor.
Choose the Helicopter + Hummer Tour to combine aerial sightseeing with a guided Hummer tour through Grand Canyon National Park.
Choose the South Rim Helicopter Tour for approximately 45 minutes of aerial sightseeing without the additional ground tour.
The Helicopter + Hummer Tour combines a 40–50 minute helicopter flight with an approximately 2-hour guided Hummer tour along the rim.
See why travelers choose GC Flight for unforgettable Grand Canyon helicopter experiences.
A few important details can help make your South Rim helicopter experience smooth from booking through departure.
Guests 18 and older should bring a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name on the reservation.
Accurate passenger weights are required when booking and are used by the helicopter operator for aircraft weight and balance.
South Rim tours depart from Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Arizona. Transportation from Las Vegas is not included, so guests are responsible for getting to the departure terminal.
Helicopter tours are weather dependent. Flight routes, departure times or tour availability may change due to weather or operating conditions.
Planning tip: Book early when possible, especially for weekends, holidays and popular morning or sunset departure times.
Get answers to common questions about South Rim helicopter tours, including departure location, flight times, transportation and choosing between tour options.
All of these South Rim tours depart from Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Arizona. They do not depart from Las Vegas.
The South Rim Helicopter Tour includes approximately 45 minutes of flight time. The Helicopter + Hummer Tour includes approximately 40–50 minutes of flight time plus an approximately 2-hour guided Hummer tour.
No. Transportation from Las Vegas is not included. Guests are responsible for getting to Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Arizona for departure.
The South Rim Helicopter Tour is a helicopter-only sightseeing experience. The Helicopter + Hummer Tour combines a scenic helicopter flight with a guided Hummer tour along the South Rim.
No. These South Rim tours are sightseeing flights and do not include a landing inside the Grand Canyon.
Booking early is recommended, especially for weekends, holidays and popular morning or sunset departure times. Availability varies by date and departure time.
Compare South Rim helicopter tours, choose the experience that fits your trip and check dates and departure times.
Scenic Flights • North Rim Views • Dragon Corridor • Helicopter + Hummer
