Helicopter tour in Rio de Janeiro: routes, duration and prices
A helicopter tour of Rio de Janeiro shows Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Copacabana and Ipanema seafront and Guanabara Bay from above, on flights of 6 to 60 minutes depending on the package. Prices run from about R$ 640 per passenger on the shortest flight to about R$ 3,710 per passenger on the 60-minute flight (approx.).
Routes by duration
| Duration (approx.) | What you see |
|---|---|
| 6 to 10 min | Sugarloaf, Praia Vermelha, Urca and the Botafogo waterfront |
| 12 to 20 min | adds Christ the Redeemer, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Copacabana and Ipanema |
| 30 min | includes Maracanã, the Botanical Garden, Niterói and Pedra da Gávea |
| 60 min | follows the coast to Barra da Tijuca and the wild beaches of the West Zone |
The exact route varies with the operator and the day’s airspace rules.
Where flights depart
Most tours depart from the Morro da Urca helipad, next to Sugarloaf Mountain; other city helipads are also used depending on the operator. The exact point is confirmed when booking.
Helicopters used
- Bell 206 JetRanger: up to 4 passengers plus the pilot.
- Bell 206L LongRanger: up to 6 passengers.
- Airbus H125 (Esquilo): up to 5 passengers.
Tips
- Christ the Redeemer can be covered by clouds; mornings tend to be clearer.
- Wear comfortable clothes and avoid large backpacks.
- In heavy rain or low cloud, the flight is rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
From 6 to 60 minutes depending on the package. The most popular last 12 to 20 minutes and include Christ the Redeemer.
How many people can fly together?
It depends on the helicopter: up to 4 in the Bell 206, 5 in the Esquilo and 6 in the LongRanger, always subject to total weight on board.
Can I book a private flight?
Yes. Besides shared flights, there are private flights for your group, priced per flight.
See also: The 8 shared tours from Morro da Urca compared · Package 02 Individual: shared flight from Urca · helicopter tours across Brazil · the Bell 206 family.
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