Helicopter Tour Reykjavik: compare 6 options from US$ 506

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Reykjanes Peninsula Helicopter Tour: Volcanic Eruption Area

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Reykjanes Peninsula Helicopter Tour: Volcanic Eruption Area★ 4.71 (224) · 35m–45mfromUS$ 506View ›

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Reykjavik ATV & Helicopter Combo: 1.5-Hour Ride & Views

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Reykjavik ATV & Helicopter Combo: 1.5-Hour Ride & Views★ 4.90 (29) · 5hfromUS$ 575View ›

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Reykjavik: Glacier & Hengill Helicopter Tour with 2 Landings

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Reykjavik: Glacier & Hengill Helicopter Tour with 2 Landings★ 4.77 (106) · 1h 40m–2hfromUS$ 932View ›

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Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik: Hengill Area with Landing

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Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik: Hengill Area with Landing★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (20)50m–1h 10mA helicopter tour from Reykjavik that flies over the Hellisheiði Plateau—Iceland's most active volcanic region—with a landing at the Hengill geothermal area. The flight covers lava fields, hot springs, geothermal power stations and basalt mountains, then circles back over Reykjavik. A live English-speaking guide narrates the route; children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?The flight runs 50 minutes to just over an hour, which leaves the rest of your day open for other activities in or around Reykjavik. If you want to see Iceland's volcanic geology from the air and stand on an active geothermal site without committing a full day, this fits the window.Free cancellationfromUS$ 625View ›

Reykjavik Helicopter Tour: Reykjanes Volcanic Landscapes & Blue Lagoon

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Reykjavik Helicopter Tour: Reykjanes Volcanic Landscapes & Blue Lagoon★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (54)1h–1h 15mYou board a helicopter at Reykjavik's Nordurflug base and spend an hour flying over the Reykjanes Peninsula's volcanic terrain, passing the Seltún geothermal field, two crater lakes, black-sand beaches and the Blue Lagoon with a professional pilot. No ground stops — it's pure flight time with window views the whole way. Book this if you want the peninsula's scale and drama without spending a day driving and hiking.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Reykjanes Peninsula's volcanic scale and geothermal features without spending hours on the ground — the flight covers the main sights in an hour and shows you the landscape from a perspective you can't get any other way.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 4,027View ›

Reykjavik Helicopter Tour: Volcanoes & Reykjanes Peninsula

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Reykjavik Helicopter Tour: Volcanoes & Reykjanes Peninsula★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (38)40m–50mA private helicopter tour from Reykjavik that flies over the lava fields and craters of Reykjanes volcano—including eruption sites from 2021, 2022 and 2023—then passes the colorful houses of downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and coastal cliffs where millions of birds nest. The flight lasts 40 to 50 minutes and includes a live English-speaking guide. Note that active lava flow is not guaranteed, as volcanic activity is a natural phenomenon.Is it for me?This is a private tour, so you fly alone or with your group rather than sharing the helicopter with strangers—a difference that matters if you want to set the pace of questions and conversation, or if you need flexibility around timing. Book it if you have a free afternoon in Reykjavik and want to see the scale and extent of the recent eruptions without spending a full day driving to the peninsula and back.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 1,990View ›

Helicopter Tour Reykjavik — what to know before booking

This guide compares 6 bookable options for Helicopter Tour Reykjavik, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 506. The average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 471 traveler reviews.

Most options last up to 2 hours. 6 of the 6 options offer free cancellation. 2 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Helicopter Tour Reykjavik cost?

Prices start at US$ 506. There are 6 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 6 of the 6 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last up to 2 hours.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Reykjanes Peninsula Helicopter Tour: Volcanic Eruption Area is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 224 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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