Seattle Aerial Tours, Helicopter Rides, and Flights

Experience Seattle's Splendor from Above: Helicopter and Seaplane Rides
Prepare to be amazed as you embark on a helicopter or seaplane ride over Seattle, the Emerald City known for its stunning skyline, iconic landmarks, and breathtaking natural beauty. Get ready to take flight and experience the Pacific Northwest from a whole new perspective, with panoramic views and unforgettable memories awaiting you.

Cityscape Marvels
Soar above the iconic skyline of Seattle and witness the beauty of the city's famous landmarks from the air. Fly past the towering Space Needle and marvel at its futuristic design and panoramic views of the city below. Glide over the bustling waterfront of Elliott Bay and take in breathtaking views of the Seattle Great Wheel and Puget Sound. Explore the historic neighborhoods of Pioneer Square and Capitol Hill as you take in panoramic views of the city's vibrant streets and eclectic architecture. Whether you're seeking the excitement of downtown Seattle or the tranquility of its surrounding neighborhoods, our helicopter and seaplane rides offer a unique way to experience the Emerald City's urban landscape.

Helicopter Tours

Atomic Helicopters

ATOMIC HELICOPTERS IS THE PREMIER SEATTLE-AREA PROVIDER OF HELICOPTER FLIGHT-SEEING AND CHARTER-FLIGHT EXPERIENCES! Our friendly, professional, and passionate pilots have been delivering stunning birds-eye view flights over the Pacific Northwest for more than a decade. With our closest-to-downtown location, a 100% safety rating, and an in-house maintenance team, Atomic Helicopters is always ready to take you on the flight-seeing trip of a lifetime. If you’re looking to become a helicopter pilot yourself, our staff of instructors can take you through your private, commercial, instrument, and instructor ratings. We offer four kinds of exhilarating flight experiences from which to choose: Tours: A non-stop flight-seeing experience, with options ranging from 15 to 65 minutes of flight Excursions: A one-stop flight-seeing experience, with options ranging from 40 to 80 minutes of flight and up to an hour stop to hike, picnic, or just sit relax. Charters: A custom experience – call for further Read more...

Seaplane Rides

Kenmore Air (Lake Union)

866.435.9524 GIFT SHOP BLOG Get Your Ticket Toggle navigation EXPERIENCE SEATTLE SCENIC SEAPLANE TOUR A Quintessential Pacific Northwest Experience Seattle Scenic Seaplane Tour Departs from: Seattle/Lake Union TOUR THE EMERALD CITY FROM THE AIR Taking a seaplane flight is a quintessential Pacific Northwest experience and Kenmore Air makes it easy to enjoy the unique thrill of flying off the water and soaring over one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Everyone gets a window seat on this narrated 20-minute sightseeing flight over the Seattle metropolitan area. You’ll see Lake Union’s famous houseboat communities, the beautiful University of Washington campus, magnificent lakeside and seaside estates, Seattle’s professional sports stadiums and the dramatic downtown skyline on bustling Elliott Bay. And of course, the flight begins and ends with an exciting water takeoff and gentle landing on Lake Union right in the heart of the city. Nothing is more unique than Read more...

Seaplane Rides

Seattle Seaplanes

The Ultimate Seattle Seaplane Experience! Seattle Seaplanes is a great way to see Seattle. Extended scenic flights, romantic dinner flights to neighboring islands, and private charters are all available. Book your flight today and discover the northwest in a seaplane! Are you a pilot? Or would you like to be a pilot? The weather’s great for flight training, and haven’t you always wanted to fly a floatplane? Contact us to kick off your seaplane adventure! Interested in joining the Seattle Seaplanes crew? Check out our current openings on our employment opportunities page! In 20 minutes we’ll cover over 31 miles of beautiful Seattle. So bring your friends, relatives, or a date, because this is definitely an experience worth sharing. On our 20-minute scenic flights, you’ll enjoy an eagle’s view of the Ballard Locks, The University of Washington, Bill Gates’ Estate, the Space Needle, downtown Seattle and much more. Romance is Read more...