Brisbane, besides being the capital and most populous city of Queensland, is a key player on the Australian urban front.
Exploring this sophisticated city on foot is surely an option, but it’s not as exciting as a helicopter tour of the city.
The city offers some of the most unique helicopter tour packages around.
This article covers everything you need to know before booking a Brisbane Helicopter Tour.
Top Tickets
# Private Brisbane City Day Helicopter Tour
# Private Helicopter Scenic Tour of BrisbanIt’s highly recommended to book your Brisbane Helicopter Tour tickets in advance. These tickets sell out quickly, so securing your spot early ensures you don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience.
What’s ahead
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Private Brisbane City Day Helicopter Tour
This 30-minute heli tour of Brisbane is an extraordinary aerial adventure.
You will witness the Brisbane River, Suncorp Stadium, Central Business District, Story Bridge, and Gabba Stadium.
Admire the bird’s-eye view of the University of Queensland, Brisbane Markets, Brisbane Market, Mount Coot-Tha, and Roma Street Parkland.
Head back toward Archerfield airport as you keep an eye out for the inner city suburbs.
Cost of the tour: A$291 per group (up to 3)
Book This TourRecommended
If you are a solo traveler but want to taste this tour, check out the Brisbane City Daytime Helicopter Tour for One with the same airtime and itinerary.
Private Helicopter Scenic Tour of Brisbane
Ditch the bustling city traffic by taking the path less traveled – a Brisbane heli tour.
Explore the city from east to west from the sky on this 25-minute private helicopter tour.
Glide over the suburban mountains Coot-Tha and Gravatt.
Experience the beauty of the Brisbane River winding through the city center.
Marvel at the sights of the Gabba, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, University of Queensland, South Bank Parklands, Roma Street Parkland, Walter Taylor Bridge and much more.
Cost of the tour (3+ years): A$230 per person
Book This TourThis experience also offers sunset tours. Check out the Brisbane Private Helicopter Sunset Flight.
Recommended
Brisbane Sirromet Winery Helicopter Experience
This 2.5-hour experience combines some of the most loved activities of tourists who visit Brisbane.
Take your seat in a luxurious helicopter and set off for a flight through Brisbane’s eastern suburbs towards Mt. Cotton.
Enjoy scenic views of the Pimpama, Jacobs and Brisbane southern region on your way to Moreton Bay region as you then land in the winery’s estate.
You can learn all about the exquisite art of winemaking on your tour through the vineyard, taste some fine wines, and have a lip-smacking lunch at extra cost.
After having a fulfilling time, make your way back to the city.
Cost of the tour: A$699 per group (up to 3)
Book This TourHelicopter Tour from Brisbane to Sirromet Winery is an alternative to this tour in case it is sold out on your day of choice.
Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl
Get the best of Brisbane on this unique 4- to 5-hour helicopter tour which offers more than you would assume.
Picture this- pub-hopping by helicopter. Sounds crazy?
On this tour, you will get to visit three of Brisbane’s most authentic pubs in the most unimaginable style.
Your helicopter will be your ride to pubs of Beaudesert, The Hinterlands, and the Gold Coast.
On the tour, stay in touch with your pilot via texting so as to get moving to the next destination in your itinerary.
The tour comes in three options with different itineraries.
Cost of the tour (3+ years):
3 Pub Crawl + Gold Coast: A$1,295 per person
3 Stop Pub Tour: A$990 per person
3 Pub Crawl + Brisbane Scenic: A$1,195 per person
This tour comes with another choice, where you get to explore five different pubs. Check out the Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl five Stops.
What to expect
Departure point
Brisbane heli rides take off from different terminals of the Archerfield Airport.
Address: Archerfield Airport, Grenier Dr, Archerfield QLD 4108, Australia. Get Directions
The heliports are near public transportation.
The tours end back at the meeting point.
There are multiple take-offs daily, so book early to get your preferred time slot.
Timings of the tours
Brisbane heli rides are operational throughout the week.
Private Brisbane City Day Helicopter Tour starts taking off at 7 am and continues flights in slots up to 5.30 pm.
Private Helicopter Scenic Tour of Brisbane‘s first batch departs at 8.30 am and continues in slots until 4.30 pm.
Brisbane Sirromet Winery Helicopter Experience has a fixed-time take-off at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm.
Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl also departs 11 am and 2 pm.
Restrictions strictly followed
Weight limits apply for safe and comfortable helicopter rides over Melbourne.
A minimum and maximum number of passengers are required on these tours, and if they fail, they will be canceled.
Heli tours in Brisbane are not recommended for pregnant travelers and guests with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Some tours may not be wheelchair accessible.
A valid passport is required.
Brisbane CBD is inside Brisbane Controlled Airspace. Sometimes (e.g., due to rescue helicopters landing at city hospitals), tour operators may not gain clearance to fly around the city. In this case, you will fly past it (around Southbank) and spend extra time around Mt Cootha and the surrounding mountains. Customers will still get the full flight time.
No pets are allowed onboard except service animals.
Check-in at least 30 minutes early.
Flight times are approximate based on winds, weights, and conditions.
Seating arrangements may often be in the hands of the tour organizers for a safe and stable flight.
Exclusions of the air tours
Helicopter tours in Brisbane do not include food and drinks and hotel transfers.
Your ticket price also excludes wine tastings, winery tours, hampers, personal expenses, gratuities, and souvenirs.
Accessibility to the tours
Private Brisbane City Day Helicopter Tour and Brisbane Sirromet Winery Helicopter Experience are completely accessible to guests with disabilities.
The aircraft, transportation, and surfaces are completely wheelchair accessible, preventing any inconvenience for the guests.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before your tour date.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, a 100% percent cancellation fee is applicable.
No changes are allowed within 24 hours of the experience’s start time.
Helicopter tours require good weather.
If the tour is canceled due to poor weather or non-fulfillment of the minimum number of passengers, you may be offered a different date or a full refund.
