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Airplane Tours

45-min Grand Canyon National Park Airplane Tour with Optional Hummer Tour

Go on a comfortable airplane or helicopter tour for a bird's-eye view of the canyon. Starting point: Grand Canyon National Park Airport (South Rim Terminal)

Everything you get: Explore the North and South Rim on an airplane or helicopter tour as you learn about the canyon from an expert pilot. See a larger portion of the Grand Canyon all within 45 mins on a pleasant aerial tour with comfortable seating and in-flight narration offered in multiple languages to personalize your experience.
Sights covered: South Rim, Zuni Corridor, Imperial Point, Colorado River, Kaibab National Forest, & Kaibab Plateau.
Why choose this: Airplane tours fly higher and faster, offering views of a larger landscape within 45 minutes. Helicopters can fly closer to the canyon, making for a great opportunity for scenic shots and dramatic canyon fly-throughs.
Upgrades: You can choose to upgrade your tour and add a guided Hummer tour either during the day or just before sunset to your aerial experience.

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Airplane Tours

90-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon North Rim Airplane and Ground Tour

Combine a scenic flight and a rugged 4x4 tour for the ultimate Grand Canyon day trip. Starting point: Boulder City Municipal Airport Terminal

Everything you get: This round-trip airplane flight takes you directly to the North Rim and lands at the Bar 10 Ranch, from where you will go on an all-terrain tour through Whitmore Canyon aboard a Polaris Ranger. You will be treated to a homemade barbecue lunch before your flight back to Las Vegas.
Sights covered: Mojave Desert, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Colorado River, North Rim, Whitmore Canyon, Lake Mead Recreation Area & more.
Why choose this: The North Rim is the least accessible section of the Grand Canyon, making it a special experience to be able to explore the rugged beauty of this less-discovered area.
Upgrades: You can choose to ride an ATV instead of the Polaris Ranger and even add hotel transfers to your tour for a seamless experience.

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6 hrs - 8 hrs

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Airplane tour vs. helicopter tour: What’s different?

Airplane tours fly higher and cover more of the Grand Canyon, giving you sweeping panoramic views in total comfort. Helicopter tours fly lower and closer, offering a thrilling, more intimate canyon experience.

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Helicopter Tours

From Las Vegas: 70+ min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour with Optional Las Vegas Strip Views

Enjoy a scenic flight over Grand Canyon's West Rim with seamless hotel transportation from Las Vegas. Starting point: Boulder City Terminal, or Las Vegas Strip Terminal (based on option selected)

Everything you get: Fly from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Rim on a 70/90-min helicopter tour. Enjoy aerial views of the canyon, Colorado River, and Skywalk, with multilingual narration and round-trip transportation.
Sights covered: Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Mojave Desert, Grand Canyon West Rim, and Skywalk.
Why choose this: An aerial tour offers unbeatable views and a relaxing way to witness the canyon’s vast beauty from above — a completely different experience from a ground tour.
Upgrades: Upgrade to a helicopter tour with views of the Las Vegas Strip on your journey.

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Helicopter Tours

70-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Airplane/ Helicopter Tour with Rim Landing

Choose your mode of flight to Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas and land at the rim with 3 hours to explore.

Starting point: Boulder City Terminal

Everything you get: Take a round-trip flight by airplane or helicopter from Las Vegas and experience close-up views of the landscapes before arriving at Grand Canyon West. Enjoy round-trip hotel transportation, multilingual narration, a hop-on/hop-off shuttle service taking you to popular viewpoints, and free time to explore the Canyon at your own pace before heading back.
Sights covered: Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Colorado River, Mojave Desert, Eagle Point, Hualapai Point Native American Center, and Guano Point.
Why choose this: Spend the day at Grand Canyon with a tour that takes care of all the planning. Plus, enjoy the flexibility of spending up to 3 hours at the Rim to take photos and explore the scenery.
Upgrades: Opt for add-ons, including a Canyon-floor landing, a boat ride, and/or Skywalk entry to maximize your experience at the West Rim.

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Airplane Tours

From Las Vegas: Day Trip to Grand Canyon National Park via Airplane Plus Guided Hummer Tour

A thrilling adventure from Las Vegas on an airplane, along with a meal and Hummer tour at the Grand Canyon South Rim. Starting point: Boulder City Terminal

Everything you get: Experience the Grand Canyon by air and land on this adventure from Las Vegas. Enjoy round-trip scenic flights and a guided Hummer tour led by a knowledgeable driver. The journey includes a light boxed lunch and multilingual in-flight narration, offering an unforgettable canyon experience.
Sights covered: Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, Mojave Desert, Colorado River, South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park, Pipe Creek Vista, Duck on a Rock, Grandview Point, Yavapai Point, or Mather Point & more.
Why choose this: Pack it all in a single day. See the vastness of Grand Canyon National Park with a long scenic flight and a Hummer tour, all seamlessly coordinated with hotel transfers and a boxed lunch for a hassle-free adventure.
Upgrades: Add a 25-min helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon’s North & South rims for the up-close dramatic views in the entire park.

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From Las Vegas: Grand Canyon National Park Tour

Visit Grand Canyon National Park’s top sights on a day trip from Las Vegas with round-trip bus transport. Starting point: Las Vegas

Everything you get: A full-day tour of Grand Canyon’s South Rim with entry to the Grand Canyon National Park, round-trip transportation from Las Vegas, and stops at viewpoints like Mather Point and Bright Angel Lodge, along with 3 hours to explore the canyon along the way.
Sights covered: Grand Canyon National Park, Mather Point, Bright Angel Lodge, Bright Angel Trail
Why choose this: Enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free day trip with expert commentary, smooth round-trip travel, and free time to explore stunning canyon views at your own pace—ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Upgrades: Upgrade your tour to include a lunch or a guided walking tour from Mather Point to Bright Angel Lodge for a more immersive experience of the South Rim.

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Day Trips

Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West & Hoover Dam Bus Tour with Optional Skywalk Entry

Enjoy luxury transfers from Las Vegas & explore scenic regions of Grand Canyon West & Hoover Dam. Starting point: Las Vegas

Everything you get: This day tour from Las Vegas takes you to the West Rim & Hoover Dam in Deluxe Motor Coaches with in-bus entertainment where your expert driver will guide you through your experience. It includes round-trip transport, park entry, tour of the West Rim, & stops at Hoover Dam, Eagle Point & Guano Point.
Sights covered: Grand Canyon West Rim, Hoover Dam, Eagle Point, & Guano Point.
Why choose this: Indulge in a seamless day trip packed with scenery, comfortable travel, and expert-guided exploration. Enjoy stress-free planning, flexible upgrade options, and unforgettable photo ops—perfect for travelers seeking adventure without the hassle.
Upgrades: You have the option to add on tickets to the Skywalk experience. If you’re more adventurous, opt to include a helicopter & boat ride with your day tour.

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Helicopter Tours

From Las Vegas: 70+ min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour Plus Canyon Floor Landing with Champagne

Fly over the West Rim and land 3,200 ft below to enjoy a luxury Champagne picnic in the Canyon. Starting point: Boulder City Terminal or Las Vegas Strip Terminal (as per option selected)

Everything you get: A round-trip helicopter ride from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West featuring multilingual narration that culminates with a canyon floor landing where you can enjoy Champagne and a curated picnic. You can also get transport from select hotels to make this a seamless experience.
Sights covered: Grand Canyon West Rim, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Colorado River, Skywalk Bridge & Eagle Point.
Why choose this: This helicopter tour offers a thrilling canyon floor landing, gorgeous aerial views of the West Rim, & a picnic with champagne, making for an unforgettable trip from Las Vegas with style.
Upgrades: You can choose to take the tour at sunset for a surreal experience or even upgrade your tour to include Las Vegas Strip Views on your return flight.

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4 hrs - 10 hrs

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Helicopter Tours

45-min Grand Canyon National Park Helicopter Tour with Optional Hummer Tour

Take your time to soak in aerial views of the North & South Rims on a long helicopter tour. Starting point: Grand Canyon National Park South Rim Terminal

Everything you get: An aerial tour of the Grand Canyon North & South Rims with multilingual narration on an EcoStar helicopter with oversized windows and theater-style seating.
Sights covered: East Rim, North Rim, South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park, Kaibab Forest, Colorado River, Painted Desert, Desert View Watchtower, and the Dragon Corridor.
Why choose this: This 45-min aerial tour is long enough for you to experience the gorgeous views of the Canyon, yet short enough to give you time to enjoy the rest of your day.
Upgrades: Upgrade to add a 2-hour guided Hummer tour with stops at locations such as Yavapai Point, Moran Point, and Duck on a Rock, depending on the guide’s discretion.

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Why go on a Grand Canyon airplane tour

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Bird’s eye view of the Grand Canyon

Take in sweeping views of the Grand Canyon from great heights as you fly across in an airplane on your tour.

Comfortable and safe journey in the sky

While adventurous, an airplane tour is a comfortable and pleasant aerial experience that people of all ages can enjoy.

Cover vast distances in a short time

Get a chance to see multiple sections of the Grand Canyon in a short period of time, which wouldn’t be possible on foot.

Opportunity to explore more within a single day

The duration of an airplane tour is relatively short, allowing you ample time to explore the region and its surrounding sights as you please.

Things to know before booking your Grand Canyon airplane tour tickets

Grand Canyon National Park airplane tours and Grand Canyon West airplane tours have separate departure points, cover different sights, and require separate tickets.
Airplane tours from Las Vegas depart from different locations, and the departure location will vary based on the tour option selected. Your departure location will either be Boulder City Terminal or the Las Vegas Strip Terminal.
Airplane tours cover a larger landscape area and offer a higher vantage point when compared to helicopter tours.
Passengers who weigh 300 pounds or more will be required to purchase an additional comfort seat to help the aircraft maintain its balance.
Your airplane tour could be canceled or rescheduled due to precipitation, wind, low clouds, or fog that can cause a flight risk or create low visibility.

Your Grand Canyon airplane tour options explained

Airplane tours

A great way to visit the Grand Canyon if you’re short on time and want to witness its beauty. Airplane tours give you the opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon from a height and you get to take in its beauty, and cover a lot more ground, without having to spend an entire day on your trip.

Recommended experiences:

20-min Grand Canyon West Airplane Tour
70/90-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter/Airplane Tour

Airplane & ground tours

See the highlights of the Grand Canyon, view its vast regions from an aerial perspective, and enjoy time on the ground for an adventure of your own. Ground tours and tours with rim landings with your airplane tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Grand Canyon’s depths with time to explore the region.

Recommended experiences:

90-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon North Rim Airplane and Ground Tour
70-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Airplane/ Helicopter Tour with Rim Landing

Airplane & Hummer tours

If you want a more guided exploration of the Grand Canyon combined with your airplane tour, then the Hummer tours are ideal. After your airplane tour, visit the best viewpoints and scenic lookouts with a guide on a comfortable Hummer tour, a perfect way to end your Grand Canyon experience.

Recommended experiences:

45-min Grand Canyon National Park Airplane Tour with Optional Hummer Tour
140-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park Airplane Tour with Hummer Tour

Highlights of your airplane tour

Grand Canyon aerial view with helicopter and Hummer tour in Nevada.

Views of the Grand Canyon

Feel the vast grandeur of the canyon unfold beneath you as you fly high above the layered cliffs and winding river path. It’s the ultimate aerial perspective.

Helicopter pilot preparing for Grand Canyon West tour with airplane, helicopter landing, and pontoon boat ride.

Papillon sightseeing airplane boarding for Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon rim with tourists from airplane tour, helicopter floor landing, and pontoon ride.

Plan your visit

Aircraft flying over the Grand Canyon with a view of the canyon's vast landscape.

Airplane tours from Las Vegas: Typically start early in the morning, with tours departing from 7:30am to 3:30pm, depending on the type of tour selected.
Grand Canyon West tours: Grand Canyon West airplane tours take place between 9am and 3:30pm.
Grand Canyon National Park tours: The airplane tours start at 7:30am, and the last tour starts at 4pm, depending on the type of tour selected.

Your airplane tour will depart from different terminals depending on the Rim you choose to start from or the type of tour you have selected.

Las Vegas: Boulder City Terminal

Address: Boulder City Municipal Airport, Airport Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005, United States | Find on Maps
How to get there: Several bus and shuttle options connect Las Vegas and Boulder City: the RTC bus covers about 30 miles in 1 hour and 15 minutes for around $6; FlixBus and Greyhound offer daily 45-minute trips starting at $28.99; and the Boulder City Express Shuttle provides round-trip service starting at $25.

Grand Canyon National Park

Address: 1542 Liberator Dr, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, United States | Find on Maps
How to get there: The quickest way to reach here is by a private vehicle or a hired taxi.

Grand Canyon West

Address: Grand Canyon West, Peach Springs, AZ 86434, United States | Find on Maps
How to get there: The quickest way to reach here is by a private vehicle or a hired taxi.

Grand Canyon aerial view with Hummer tour vehicles, part of 140-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park tour.

Selfie sticks and extending camera poles are not allowed on the airplane.
Those aged 15 and under cannot take airplane tours alone and need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Be accurate about your weight when you’re booking your airplane tour and while you’re checking in.
Arrive at the designated terminal at least 30 minutes before your tour is about to start to check in.

tourist boarding van to get to airport for airplane tour of grand canyon

Depending on the tour option selected, some airplane tours are wheelchair-accessible and offer assistance for those with mobility issues.
Most of your airplane tour options have in-flight narration offered in multiple languages, including Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, and Russian.

tourist booking tickets in advance at home from Headout

Book your airplane tour at least a week or more in advance, especially if you are traveling in a group, as they tend to sell out fast.
Carry a light jacket and sunglasses, and wear closed-toe footwear for the tour.
If you choose to add a Hummer tour with your airplane tour, book the afternoon slot so that you can capture the sunset over the Grand Canyon’s viewpoints on the Hummer tour.
Be mindful of your waste and avoid littering at all costs.

Frequently asked questions about Grand Canyon airplane tours

Yes, it's highly recommended to book your airplane tour at least a week or two in advance, especially during peak travel seasons or if you're traveling in a group. Tours often sell out quickly due to limited seating per flight.

Grand Canyon Airplane Tours

45-min Grand Canyon National Park Airplane Tour with Optional Hummer Tour

90-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon North Rim Airplane and Ground Tour

Airplane tours fly higher and cover more of the Grand Canyon, giving you sweeping panoramic views in total comfort. Helicopter tours fly lower and closer, offering a thrilling, more intimate canyon experience.

From Las Vegas: 70+ min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour with Optional Las Vegas Strip Views

70-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Airplane/ Helicopter Tour with Rim Landing

From Las Vegas: Day Trip to Grand Canyon National Park via Airplane Plus Guided Hummer Tour

From Las Vegas: Grand Canyon National Park Tour

Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West & Hoover Dam Bus Tour with Optional Skywalk Entry

From Las Vegas: 70+ min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour Plus Canyon Floor Landing with Champagne

45-min Grand Canyon National Park Helicopter Tour with Optional Hummer Tour

Top things to do in Las Vegas

Why go on a Grand Canyon airplane tour

Bird’s eye view of the Grand Canyon

Comfortable and safe journey in the sky

Cover vast distances in a short time

Opportunity to explore more within a single day

Things to know before booking your Grand Canyon airplane tour tickets

Your Grand Canyon airplane tour options explained

Airplane tours

Airplane & ground tours

Airplane & Hummer tours

Highlights of your airplane tour

Views of the Grand Canyon

Plan your visit

Las Vegas: Boulder City Terminal

Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon West

Frequently asked questions about Grand Canyon airplane tours

Do I need to book my Grand Canyon airplane tour in advance?

Are Grand Canyon airplane tours suitable for children and seniors?

What should I wear for a Grand Canyon airplane tour?

Can I take pictures during the airplane tour?

What happens if my airplane tour is canceled due to weather?

Are food or drinks provided during the airplane tour?

Should I combine an airplane tour with ground exploration of the Grand Canyon?

Can I bring luggage or large bags on the airplane tour?

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