Our London sightseeing flights start from around 20 minutes, depending on the experience you choose. Some private flights and special occasion packages may be longer, with selected experiences lasting around 30 minutes or more.

Each tour page shows the expected flight duration before you book, so you can choose the option that suits your plans.

HeliLondon flights depart from London Battersea Heliport, located at The POD Building, Bridges Court, SW11 3BE. The heliport is a central riverside location, making it ideal for helicopter tours over London and the River Thames.

Full arrival details will be provided as part of your booking confirmation.

Our London helicopter tours are designed to showcase some of the capital’s most recognisable sights from the air. Depending on your chosen route, weather and air traffic permissions, you may see landmarks such as Battersea Power Station, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, The Shard, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf and the River Thames.

Every flight is planned to give you the best possible views while operating safely within London’s controlled airspace.

Routes are carefully planned, but they cannot be guaranteed. Helicopter flights over London are subject to weather, air traffic control, temporary restrictions and operational requirements.

Your pilot and operations team will always prioritise safety. If the planned route needs to change, the flight will still aim to deliver the best possible sightseeing experience on the day.

HeliLondon offers both shared and private helicopter experiences. Shared flights are booked by seat, while private flights reserve the helicopter for you and your guests.

The tour page will clearly show whether the experience is shared or private before you book. For example, London From Above is listed as a shared sightseeing flight, while London From Above Exclusive and London Engagement in the Sky are private experiences.

Passenger numbers depend on the aircraft, the chosen experience and total passenger weight. Some flights are booked by individual seat, while private charters allow you to reserve the helicopter for your group.

For safety reasons, all helicopter flights are subject to weight and balance limits. Accurate passenger information may be required before your flight.

Yes. All passengers should bring valid photographic ID on the day of the flight. This may be checked before boarding as part of the standard safety and security process.

Accepted ID usually includes a passport or driving licence.

Children can fly, but age restrictions can apply depending on the aircraft, route and booking type. Passengers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

If an you are booking for an infant, please contact us when making the booking and we can ensure an infant belt is available for your booking slot.

Yes. Helicopters operate under strict weight and balance limits. Passenger weights may be requested during booking and may be checked before the flight.

This is standard aviation practice and helps ensure the aircraft is safely loaded.

If you are pregnant, recovering from surgery, have a heart condition, epilepsy, limited mobility, serious back or neck issues, or any medical concern that could affect your comfort or safety, please speak to your doctor before booking.

You should also contact HeliLondon before your flight so we can advise whether the experience is suitable.

This depends on the passenger’s individual requirements and their ability to board and leave the helicopter safely.

Please contact the team before booking so we can understand your needs and confirm whether the flight can be safely accommodated.

Helicopter flights are weather dependent. If conditions are unsuitable, your flight may be postponed or rescheduled for safety reasons.

This can include poor visibility, high winds, low cloud, heavy rain or other weather conditions that affect safe flying.

Yes. Flights can be postponed or cancelled due to weather, aircraft availability, air traffic restrictions, operational requirements or safety concerns.

If HeliLondon needs to move your flight, the team will advise you of the next steps based on the booking terms for your experience.

Yes. HeliLondon flights are operated by experienced pilots and carried out in line with aviation safety requirements. Flights are CAA approved, fully insured and safety-led.

Passengers receive safety guidance before boarding and must follow crew instructions at all times.

Yes. Before your flight, you will receive a safety briefing covering boarding, seatbelts, headsets, behaviour around the helicopter and what to do during the flight.

You must listen carefully and follow all instructions from the pilot and ground crew.

Yes. The pilot or operations team may refuse boarding if a passenger is late, intoxicated, abusive, unable to provide required ID, medically unfit to fly or behaving in a way that could affect safety.

This protects the passenger, crew and everyone else on board.

Please arrive around 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time. This allows time for check-in, ID checks, any required passenger weight checks and the pre-flight safety briefing. HeliLondon’s website currently states that passengers should check in at the VIP lounge around 20 minutes before departure.

Late arrival may mean you miss your flight.

Wear comfortable clothing suitable for the season. Helicopters are enclosed, but you may spend time outside near the aircraft when boarding or taking photos.

Avoid loose items such as scarves, hats or anything that could blow around near the helicopter.

Small personal items may be allowed, but space on board is limited. Large bags, suitcases and bulky items are unlikely to be suitable for the flight. Lockers per passenger are available to store items whilst you are on your flight.

Yes. Photography and video are usually welcome, provided it is safe to do so. London helicopter tours are a brilliant photo opportunity, especially along the Thames and around the city’s major landmarks.

Phones and cameras must be secure, and passengers must follow the pilot’s instructions at all times.

Window seats cannot always be guaranteed. Seating is allocated for safety, weight and balance reasons.

The crew will seat passengers in the safest and most suitable arrangement for the aircraft. All seats in the aircraft have great visibility of the landmarks.

Depending on the aircraft and route, the pilot may point out landmarks during the flight. You will usually wear a headset, which allows communication with the pilot and helps you enjoy the experience more clearly.

Yes. HeliLondon helicopter tours are ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, celebrations and special experiences.

A helicopter flight over London makes a memorable gift for someone who wants something more special than the usual day out.

Gift voucher validity depends on the voucher or experience purchased. The validity period should be confirmed at the time of booking or purchase.

Booking changes may be possible, subject to availability and the terms of your chosen experience.

If you need to change your flight date, contact HeliLondon as soon as possible. Any notice periods, change fees or restrictions should be checked before booking.

Cancellation terms depend on the experience booked and the reason for cancellation. Flights may also be affected by weather, air traffic restrictions or operational requirements.

If a flight cannot operate due to weather or operational reasons, the usual approach for aviation experiences is to offer a rescheduled date, subject to the company’s booking terms.

Helicopter flights over London operate within controlled airspace and must follow approved routes, air traffic control instructions and safety requirements.

HeliLondon tours are designed to give passengers memorable views of London’s skyline, the River Thames and major landmarks while operating safely and responsibly.

Bespoke routes may be possible for private charters, but they depend on location, airspace permissions, safety requirements, aircraft availability and operational approval.

If you have a specific route in mind, contact the team before booking.

Helicopters can only land at approved landing sites. HeliLondon flights depart from London Battersea Heliport, which is the central departure point listed on the website.

Private landing requests may be possible in some locations, but they must be assessed in advance and are subject to permissions.

Flights may operate throughout the year, subject to daylight, weather, aircraft availability, maintenance and operational schedules.

Seasonal events and private charters may have specific dates or availability windows.

Yes. HeliLondon offers private experiences suitable for proposals and special occasions, including London Engagement in the Sky, which is designed as a private proposal flight above the capital.

Private charters can also be suitable for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, VIP transfers and other memorable experiences.