The 15 Best Helicopter Tours in Rio de Janeiro

1.Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 530 reviews · 20 - 30 minutes · from $220Our pick

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Rio’s beaches, and famous landmarks from above on this 20 or 25-minute helicopter flight.

“The helicopter ride over Rio with 4Fly was absolutely worth it! Our pilot was super friendly, professional, and helpful—he pointed out all the major landmarks and made the experience even more special. The views were breathtaking and the whole ride felt smooth and safe. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Rio and want a once-in-a-lifetime view of the city!”

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2.Helicopter Flight Christ the Redeemer 30 min

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 250 reviews · 30 min · from $231

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Rio’s beaches, and Tijuca Forest on a 30-minute helicopter flight from Recreio.

“Amazing experience, a really worthwhile and special trip. The staff were all really helpful and communicated everything that was required.”

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3.Private Helicopter tour – Rio de janeiro in 30min

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 173 reviews · 30 min · from $281

Review of Rio’s private 30-minute helicopter tour, with Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, beaches, pricing, transfers, and practical booking advice.

“This was a truly spectacular experience. Very professional company, took the time to explain everything clearly before the flight, in a nice waiting area. The flight itself was breathtaking, the pilot took us over all the best landmarks of Rio de Janeiro. Well worth the money! Would highly recommend!”

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4.Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour without Doors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 35 to 40 minutes (approx.) · from $392Top rated

Review of Rio’s 35-minute doors-off helicopter tour, with Christ the Redeemer, beaches, Sugarloaf views, safety details, price, and booking tips.

“This was the most impressive thing I've ever seen. If you visit Rio this is definitely something you need to see.”

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5.Helicopter Ride Over the Iguazu Falls – Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 119 reviews · 10 min · from $189

See Iguazu Falls from a 10-minute helicopter flight over Brazil, with sweeping views, photo chances, small groups, and practical booking tips.

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6.Helicopter Ride in Rio de Janeiro – 30 Minutes by Comandante Nobre

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 25 to 30 minutes (approx.) · from $309

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Rio’s coast from a helicopter, with practical advice on timing and value.

“Our flight was good and adjustments to flight time was great. We were glad the clouds were gone. Sometimes the sights are not visible”

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7.Helicopter Flight over São Paulo City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 10 to 12 minutes (approx.) · from $390

See São Paulo from above on a private 10 to 12-minute helicopter flight with city views, headsets, coffee, and expert local tips.

“The helicopter tour at night was incredible. Amazing service and views. The photographer took some beautiful photos as well.”

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8.Private Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 53 reviews · 30 min · from $200

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and Rio’s beaches from a private helicopter in 30 minutes, with optional hotel pickup and flexible booking.

“Awsome driver (Ricardo) who picked up from hotel and stayed with us all the time, really appreciate it. And the trip itself was amazing.”

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9.Iguassu Falls Brazilian Side: Macuco Safari, Helicopter Flight and Bird Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $415

Review of Iguassu Falls Brazil with Macuco Safari, helicopter flight and Bird Park, including costs, timing, wet-weather tips and honest advice.

“We had Ana as our guide. She was very attentive and on the spot. He went on the helicopter ride and had added time, and she went out of her way to make sure that we could have the experience that we wanted. She was incredibly knowledgeable in the bird park seem to know all the ins and outs of the floor and animals of the region as well as the Amazon. So impressive. She then modified our day to have a great lunch with the best view of the falls and then to see the falls. She made our whole experience A rated”

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10.Helicopter tour in Rio de Janeiro – 25 Minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 25 minutes (approx.) · from $230

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Rio’s beaches, and more on a 25-minute helicopter flight from Barra da Tijuca.

“Amazing experience. 10/10. Smooth process and awesome pilot, even better views. A must do experience in Rio.”

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11.Rio De Janeiro Helicopter Flight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 25 reviews · 30 min · from $279

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Copacabana, and Ipanema from a small helicopter in 30 minutes, with English and Portuguese support.

“Very cool! a must-do in Rio, seeing the Christ from above was absolutely wild!!”

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12.Helicopter flight no doors in Rio de Janeiro

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · 25 min · from $320

Review of Rio’s 25-minute doors-off helicopter flight, with Christ the Redeemer views, photo tips, pricing, safety, and booking advice.

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13.Private Helicopter tour – Rio de janeiro in 20min

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 20 min · from $180Best value

Review of Rio’s private 20-minute helicopter tour, with Christ the Redeemer, coastal views, airport details, pricing, and practical booking advice.

“Excelente actividad, el chofer muy amable en los traslados, y la experiencia en el helicóptero impresionante”

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14.Helicopter Flight over the Iguassu Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 16 reviews · 2 hours · from $235

Review of the Iguassu Falls helicopter flight from Foz do Iguaçu, with costs, seating tips, timing, views, transport, and practical advice.

“Enjoyed the Helicopter tour, it was a 10 star ride. I was so satisfied I didn't take the next 2 tours to walk through. it was 37° centigrade. that was at 11 in the morning. to hot for this Northwest old lady from Washington. I recommend anyone going to see the Fall's it is worth spending the money. It is a short ride but a great one. The pictures were perfect.”

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15.Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour | DOORS OFF

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $367

Review of Rio’s 30-minute doors-off helicopter tour, with Christ the Redeemer, beaches, rainforest views, practical tips, and value advice.

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