The 12 Melbourne Helicopter Flights to Know About

1.Private City & Beaches Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 1 hour · from $204Our pick

Fly over Melbourne’s CBD, Docklands, Port Phillip Bay, St Kilda, Albert Park and the MCG on a private 20- or 30-minute helicopter tour. You get a guaranteed window seat, noise-cancelling headset and time for photos beside the aircraft. Pilots including Ruben, Rich, Rick and Harry have also pointed out landmarks along the way.

“i would reccomend this 10/10 times. professional service both from haze and harry(pilot) 😄”

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2.Private City Skyline and Bay Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 20 min · from $197

Fly privately from Essendon Fields with an experienced pilot and English commentary. The 20-minute route takes in Flemington Racecourse, Docklands, Marvel Stadium, Albert Park Lake, St Kilda beaches, the MCG and Melbourne’s skyline against Port Phillip Bay. Every passenger gets a window seat. A pilot named Johan has been associated with the operation, though a particular pilot is not guaranteed.

“We liked everything. It was a nice birthday surprise for my wife. She was really happy.”

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3.Melbourne City Scenic Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $200

Take a private helicopter flight over Melbourne’s CBD, Docklands, St Kilda, Albert Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens and major sporting sights. The airborne portion lasts about 20 minutes, with the full experience taking roughly an hour. You can pose for a quick photo in front of the helicopter and pay extra for a livestream or flight recording.

“The pilot was terrific. he was very kind and helpful. He showed us wonderful things. Great experience.”

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4.City and Bayside Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 20 min · from $201

Lift off from Moorabbin Airport for a 20-minute helicopter circuit over Melbourne’s bay and city sights. Your pilot provides English commentary as you pass Brighton Beach, St Kilda, the J7 submarine wreck, Albert Park Lake and major city landmarks. The small group is limited to five, but your seat may affect how easily you can photograph the views.

“All the activity was good but I couldn’t enjoy the view more properly because they gave the middle seat other than this it was perfect tour”

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5.Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $1,076

Take a private helicopter from Essendon Fields to the Twelve Apostles, flying over the Great Ocean Road and coastal landmarks. You’ll land at the Apostles for up to two hours on the ground, then return by air. Pilots named on past trips include Grey, Rubin, Harry and Ed, though your pilot is not guaranteed.

“Grey and Rubin were excellent guides and pilots. It was a very smooth ride and the views were amazing. We would do it again. Seeing the Twelve Apostles from the air was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We both highly recommend this tour.”

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6.Brighton Beach & Ricketts Point Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews · 12 min · from $130

Depart Moorabbin Airport for a 12-minute shared flight along Port Phillip Bay. You’ll pass Brighton Beach’s colorful bathing boxes, Black Rock, Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary, HMAS Cerberus and two golf courses, with English commentary from your pilot. The group is limited to five, and a photo in front of the helicopter is included.

“The staff were amazing. The only issues we had were we had someone we didn't know in the flight with us. I thought and wanted it to be just the group I booked with as it was a birthday present. Also our headphones didn't work so we could not talk to one another. We would definitely book again as it was amazing.”

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7.Helicopter Tour to 12 Apostles & Great Ocean Rd

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours

This four-hour private tour from Essendon Fields includes about 2.5 hours in a helicopter, a landing at the Twelve Apostles, and up to an hour on the ground. You’ll pass Melbourne, Bells Beach, Lorne, Wye River and Cape Otway. Every passenger gets a window seat, and some flights have been led by pilot-guide Johan.

“Amazing experience!!! The pilot was a real gentlemem and very helpful.”

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8.Great ocean road Reverse & Helicopter Experience Group Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5 reviews · 10 hours · from $96Best value

Take a 10-hour inland express tour from Melbourne to the Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell and Loch Ard Gorge, with a local English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transport. Walk to key viewpoints, stop for lunch at a local restaurant, and add an optional helicopter ride over London Bridge, The Grotto and the Bay of Islands.

“100% recommend Driver Reedy was a excellent guide this was second trip planned with same company communication is bit lacking initially contacted via WhatsApp responsive and exceptional service given managed by small group of family members but trip was great we loved it Best tour experience in Melbourne”

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9.Private Melbourne Skyline Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $200

Fly privately over Melbourne’s CBD, Yarra River, Docklands, Albert Park Lake, St Kilda and major sports grounds. The flight lasts about 20 minutes within an approximately one-hour experience. Pilot Johan is named in guest accounts for calm explanations and a reassuring manner.

“Our pilot Johan was very nice. The flight itself took in some great views which for Melbournites give a different perspective of some of our landmarks and would be great for visitors / tourists.”

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10.Private Helicopter Flight to the 12 Apostles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $1,273

Fly privately from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles, with a guaranteed window seat and a landing near the Gibson Steps. You get two hours on the coast for the beach or Castle Rock lookout, then return by air. Pilots Ruben and Harry have been praised for helping passengers feel safe and sharing information. A winery lunch landing is optional and must be arranged.

“AMAZING!!! Worth every penny! Ruben was a fantastic pilot — we felt safe and comfortable the entire trip. He was accommodating and helpful with information and a pleasure to spend time with. Loved seeing the 12 Apostles from the air and flying up the coast of Great Ocean Road on way back to Melbourne! A true highlight of our trip to Australia!”

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11.Private Helicopter Tour to 12 Apostles & Great Ocean Road

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,359

Fly privately from Essendon Fields over Melbourne, Bells Beach, the Great Ocean Road and the Otways, with a guaranteed window seat and pilot commentary. The tour includes a ground stop connected with the Twelve Apostles, though the published details also list a 1.5-hour Apollo Bay stop. Confirm the exact ground itinerary with Eco Flight before booking.

“great experience with private service . the only way to see twelve apostles during holiday . great ocean road is amazing from the top”

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12.Melbourne City & Brighton Beach Boxes Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $200

Take a private helicopter flight from Essendon Fields over Melbourne’s CBD, St Kilda, Brighton’s bathing boxes, Albert Park and the MCG. The flight lasts about 30 minutes, with the full experience taking roughly an hour. Optional upgrades add a live stream or in-flight recording.

“It was our first time taking a helicopter ride around Melbourne and it was amazing! We were able to spot popular landmarks like the Brighton Beach Boxes, Docklands, St Kilda and Luna Park. I never knew such an experience existed, definetly recommend taking a scenic flight with them to anyone.”

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