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22-Minute Vision Helicopter Tour
Overview
- Duration22-minute flight
- Time of dayMorning, Afternoon
- LanguagesEnglish
- ConfirmationWe confirm availability before you pay
A flight that tells the story of Dubai, from its newest islands to its oldest neighbourhoods. After the Palm, Atlantis and Burj Al Arab, the route heads inland along Dubai Canal to Dubai Creek, the wind towers of Bur Dubai and the heritage districts of Old Dubai.
Best for
Best for seeing both modern and historic Old Dubai.
What you see from the air
Depending on the approved flight path, the route includes:
- Burj Al Arab
- The World Islands
- Palm Jumeirah
- Atlantis The Palm
- Burj Khalifa
- Dubai Canal
- Dubai Creek
- Bur Dubai wind towers
- Old Dubai
- Jumeirah coastline
- Dubai Creek Golf Club
- Dubai beaches and skyline
Prices
- Shared seat: AED 1,299 per person
- Private helicopter (up to 5 guests): AED 6,495 per flight
Flights depart daily from 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM from the Dubai Police Academy Helipad in Al Sufouh, opposite Mall of the Emirates. Each helicopter carries up to 5 passengers. Rates may change on peak dates and public holidays.
Highlights
- 22-minute helicopter flight over Dubai
- See Burj Al Arab, The World Islands, Palm Jumeirah and more
- Shared seat or private helicopter for up to 5 guests
- Central helipad opposite Mall of the Emirates
- Flights daily, 09:30 AM – 06:00 PM
Itinerary
- 1
Check-in at the helipad
45 min
Arrive at least 45 minutes early for ID check, passenger weighing and the safety briefing.
- 2
22-minute flight
22 min
Lift off for a 22-minute flight over Burj Al Arab, The World Islands, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Canal, Dubai Creek, Bur Dubai wind towers, Old Dubai, Jumeirah coastline, Dubai Creek Golf Club and more, depending on the approved flight path.
- 3
Landing
Return to the same helipad where the experience ends.
What's included
- Helicopter sightseeing flight on the selected route (shared seat or private helicopter, as booked)
- Pre-flight safety briefing
- Experienced professional pilot
- Hotel transfers
- Photos and videos (optional photo & video packages can be bought separately)
Good to know
What to bring
Valid passport or government-issued photo ID (checked at check-in)
Meeting point
Dubai Police Academy Helipad, Al Sufouh 1, opposite Mall of the Emirates, Dubai. Please arrive at least 45 minutes before your flight. The flight returns to the same helipad.
Pickup & drop-off
Transfers are not included – please make your own way to the helipad.
Age restrictions
Children aged 2 and above can fly and must have their own seat (no lap seating). Children aged 2–12 must fly with a guardian.
Accessibility
Guests with special needs are welcome when accompanied by a person who can help them board and leave the helicopter; ground staff cannot assist with movement.
Health & safety
Weight limit 115 kg per passenger per seat; guests above 140 kg cannot fly, and guests close to the limit may be asked to buy an extra seat. Seat-belt extenders are not available. From 7 months of pregnancy a doctor's fit-to-fly certificate is required. Guests under the influence of alcohol may be refused without refund.
Languages
English
Opening hours / departure times
Daily, 09:30 AM – 06:00 PM, including public holidays
Confirmation
We confirm availability before you pay
Cancellation & refund policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Cancellations less than 48 hours before departure are charged 50%, and less than 24 hours before are charged 100%. No-shows are non-refundable. If weather or operational conditions prevent a safe flight, it is rescheduled or refunded at no charge.
Terms & conditions
Accurate passenger weights must be given when booking; differences found at check-in can lead to a non-refundable cancellation. Wear flat, secure shoes and avoid loose clothing, hats and scarves. Large bags and purses are not allowed on board and are kept in lockers. Casual photography is allowed; selfie sticks, iPads, camcorders and lenses over 400 mm are restricted. Routes may vary with weather, air traffic control and operational requirements. Rates may change on peak dates, festive periods and public holidays (especially Christmas and New Year).
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
A shared seat is AED 1,299 per person. A private helicopter for up to 5 guests is AED 6,495 per flight.
Where does the flight depart from?
From the Dubai Police Academy Helipad in Al Sufouh 1, opposite Mall of the Emirates. Please arrive at least 45 minutes before departure. Transfers are not included.
Do I need ID to fly?
Yes. Every passenger needs a valid passport or government-issued photo ID, and passengers are weighed at check-in.
Can children fly?
Yes, from age 2. Each child needs their own seat (no lap seating), and children aged 2–12 must fly with a guardian.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes, 115 kg per passenger per seat. Guests above 140 kg cannot fly, and guests close to the limit may need to buy an extra seat.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If weather, visibility or air traffic control prevent a safe flight, your flight is rescheduled or refunded at no charge.
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