Most Popular & Best Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours

FAQs

What is the best helicopter tour from Las Vegas?

• There's a reason people have been choosing Papillon's premium helicopter tours for over 50 years. Whether you're flying to the Grand Canyon West, the Grand Canyon National Park, Antelope Canyon, the Las Vegas Strip, or beyond, we provide the best helicopter flights around.

  The "best" helicopter tour will depend on personal preference. But here are some of our most exciting and popular helicopter tours.

  • Grand Canyon Sunset Tour from Las Vegas
  • Grand Celebration: Grand Canyon Helicopter Landing Tour
  • Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour
  • Grand Canyon Skywalk Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas
  • Las Vegas Helicopter Wedding with Grand Canyon Landing

  Learn more about the best helicopter tours from Las Vegas.

Why should you choose Papillon for your Grand Canyon Helicopter tour?

• Papillon was founded in 1965 and is the world's most experienced and longest-running sightseeing company, flying nearly a quarter million passengers each year on daily tours around Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and beyond. Our mission is to provide the safest and most unforgettable aerial sightseeing experiences and adventures to the most beautiful destinations in the American Southwest. Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters is honored to share the beauty of the American Southwest with you.

How much is a tour from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon?

• Papillon offers competitive pricing on all of our fantastic tours to the Grand Canyon and beyond, from short flights for visitors on a budget, to luxury full-day experiences. We have the perfect tour for you, whether you're traveling as a family, a couple, or a friend group!

Is it better to visit the Grand Canyon West Rim or South Rim?

• Both the Grand Canyon South Rim and the West Rim offer incredible sightseeing, but different tourist experiences. The South Rim is where you'll find some of the most world-recognized landscapes, and is more developed with restaurants, shops, and historic hotels. The West Rim is more wild and natural, home to the Skywalk Bridge, unique lookout points, and a nearby Native American cultural center. The West Rim is also the only area of the park where helicopter tours land on the bottom of the Grand Canyon.

   

What time of day is best to visit the Grand Canyon?

• The Grand Canyon is a breathtaking sight to behold no matter what time of day you visit it. However, the best time to visit depends on what matters the most to you.

  The golden hour, which is the time shortly following sunrise or before sunset, is ideal for capturing the Grand Canyon's most beautiful colors. This time of day offers the perfect light to take photographs. The redder, softer light ensures that your pictures will be much more aesthetically pleasing than if you had taken them in the morning or in the evening.

  If you want to avoid crowds, get started early by watching the sunrise. Afterward, the Visitor Center and many other Grand Canyon National Park facilities are open during the peak months of May-September from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the off-season of October-April.

What is the best time of year to do a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon?

• The Grand Canyon receives the most visitation during the spring and fall months. The weather at the Grand Canyon tends to be much more mild in the spring and fall, whereas winters can be chilly and summers can be very warm. Papillon offers daily departures to the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas and helicopter tours at the Grand Canyon, so no matter when you plan to visit, you can experience the sights from the sky.

What will you do and see during your helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon?

• Your Grand Canyon helicopter tour will show you incredible aerial sights of the South Rim, including the widest and deepest rock gorges in the park. You'll also see the Kaibab Forest and the Colorado River beneath you. If you are flying to the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas, you'll see Hoover Dam en route to the park as well as expansive desert scenery.

What should you bring on your helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon?

• If you're planning on joining a Grand Canyon helicopter tour, be sure to bring your smart phone or a camera to capture the incredible aerial views. Note that selfie sticks are not permitted to be opened within the aircraft. If you're touring from Las Vegas and your helicopter tour will land at the Grand Canyon, you can also bring sunglasses, sunscreen, or a jacket depending on the season and temperature.

How many miles of the Grand Canyon do you fly at Grand Canyon West?

• The distance from the rim of the Grand Canyon West to the canyon floor is approximately 3,800 feet (1,158 meters). However, the actual distance traveled in the air at Grand Canyon West can vary slightly while your pilot navigates to the bottom. 

What is there to do at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon?

• The Grand Canyon South Rim is home to some of the most famously breathtaking landscapes in the world. This is also the most developed rim of the Grand Canyon. During your trip to the Grand Canyon South Rim, check out a few of these exciting activities.

  • Gaze in awe at beautiful lookout points like Bright Angel Point and Mather Point
  • Soar over breathtaking landscapes like Zuni Corridor and the Kaibab National Forest during a world-class helicopter or airplane tour
  • Embark on a guided Hummer excursion to scenic sites like Duck on a Rock, Yavapai Point, and Moran Point
  • Explore the historic architecture and quaint gift shops in Grand Canyon Village
  • Climb to the top of Desert View Watchtower for a 360-degree view of the South Rim

Is Antelope Canyon near the Grand Canyon?

• Antelope Canyon is located about 2 hours northeast of the Grand Canyon South Rim. Luckily with Papillon, you don’t have to make the drive. Simply hop aboard an airplane from the Grand Canyon South Rim for a full-day adventure. Learn more about our flight from the Grand Canyon National Park to Page, AZ that includes a guided Antelope Canyon tour and visit to Horseshoe Bend.