The 9 New Orleans Helicopter Tours and Scenic Flights That Earn Their Price

1.New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 7 to 9 minutes (approx.) · from $150Our pick

Join Heli Co. New Orleans for a short, narrated helicopter flight over the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, the Mississippi River, and City Park. Flights carry up to three people, with private, longer, and doors-off upgrades available. Pilots such as Heath, Dakota, Brian, and Cameron add local history and personal attention.

“Best way to view the city! Professional experienced Pilot who knows the area, can't wait to go on the night time tour!”

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2.New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 10 to 20 minutes (approx.) · from $213

Fly above New Orleans after dark on a private helicopter tour from Lakefront Airport. You get a window seat, noise-canceling headset, parking, and views of the Superdome, French Quarter, Jackson Square, and St. Louis Cathedral. Flights last about 10 to 20 minutes.

“Very smooth and pilots very nice and comforting. Saw everything we wanted to and more. Ground staff very accomodating.”

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3.Daytime City Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 8 - 20 minutes · from $150

Fly from Lakefront Airport with an English-speaking pilot, choosing a 7 to 9 minute city flight or an 18 to 22 minute city and swamp route. Every passenger gets a window seat, noise-cancelling headset, aerial views of Jackson Square and the Superdome, and live commentary.

“We enjoyed ourselves the tour was amazing everyone was amazing!!!”

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4.New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $197

Take a 30 to 45 minute private flight from Lakefront Airport with an FAA-certified pilot. See the French Quarter, Superdome, Mississippi River, and bayous from a window seat. Choose champagne and chocolate or wine, cheese, crackers, and a mystery snack. Flights carry two or three people.

“Fantastic! We had the best time, and we were even in the air longer than planned because of the weather. Our tour guide was so nice and helpful! He was a local, so he knew everything about NOLA!”

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5.Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $284

At Lakefront Airport, an FAA-certified pilot teaches you the basics, then guides you through taxiing, takeoff, flight, and landing. You receive 30 minutes of dual flight time, aerial views of the French Quarter and Mississippi River, and a first-flight certificate. No license or prior experience is needed.

“Excellent experience. Very professional. You will not be disappointed.”

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6.New Orleans Sightseeing Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $162

Take a private 30 to 45 minute flight from Lakefront Airport with an FAA-certified pilot. See the French Quarter, Mississippi River, Superdome, port, wetlands, and bayous while your pilot explains New Orleans from above. Flights carry up to three passengers.

“The guide was very professional and his landing skills were superb. As for the tour, I did not enjoy it. There was no air conditioning and extremely hot. The aircraft battery was dead and the pilot had to run inside to get the cables to jump the battery. So we sat inside the aircraft sweating while patiently waiting. The aircraft was very old. I guess for my first aerial tour and the price I paid (over $300) I expected better views, AC and more comfort.”

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7.City Lights Helicopter Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 10 - 20 minutes · from $213

Fly from Lakefront Airport with a pilot who narrates the city below. Choose a 10-minute French Quarter route or a 20-minute flight reaching Uptown and the Garden District. Every passenger gets a window seat, noise-canceling headset, and aerial views of Canal Street, the Superdome, and St. Charles Avenue.

“No improvement needed. Greeting was good, informative and courteous. Pilot was great and was very personable.”

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8.New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $189

Board a four-seat plane at Lakefront Airport for a 30- or 45-minute private night flight over New Orleans. Your FAA-certified pilot, possibly Ryan or Ashley, provides live commentary as you view the French Quarter, Superdome, Mississippi River, Port of New Orleans, and bayous.

“Amazing experience. Pilot was very kind and made sure we were comfortable the entire time. Highly recommend!”

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9.New Orleans City and Swamp Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 18 to 22 minutes (approx.) · from $321

Fly over New Orleans with a pilot’s narration on a private 18 to 22-minute helicopter ride for up to three people. You’ll see the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, the Superdome, City Park, Bayou St. John, river, and swamp country from above. Cameron is one pilot named in guest feedback.

“It was a very good experience. Pilot was good. The only real input/ process correction is that Viator’s directions to the meeting spot were terrible. I would have liked more info about the areas we were flying over maybe hoover over and explain history,”

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