Las Vegas Strip: Helicopter Night Flight & Hotel Pickup

Summary

Las Vegas lights from above, buzzing blades, neon reflections

You’ll ride above Las Vegas at night in a helicopter, watching neon lights flicker below as your pilot shares local stories. Includes hotel pickup if you want it, plus all fees covered. Glimpse landmarks like Fremont Street and Bellagio fountains from a whole new angle — and maybe catch yourself grinning after you land.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the low hum of choppers somewhere behind the terminal — not loud, just this steady vibration in my chest. Our driver, Tony, had picked us up right outside our hotel (honestly, that was a relief because I’d already gotten lost twice that day). The terminal smelled like coffee and a bit of jet fuel; people were excited but trying to play it cool. I fumbled with my ID at check-in — apparently you can’t just show a photo on your phone, so yeah, bring your actual license or passport.

Our pilot, Jen, had this dry sense of humor. She pointed out the Sphere as we lifted off — “That’s new money,” she said — and then suddenly we were gliding over Fremont Street. The lights down there looked fake for a second. You know how casinos try to make everything feel bigger than life? From up here, it’s all tiny and kind of delicate. There was this weird moment when the Bellagio fountains went off and you could almost see the water dancing but couldn’t hear a thing except the blades thumping overhead.

I tried to spot our hotel but got distracted by someone’s laughter through my headset — I think it was Li from Beijing, who kept snapping photos out the window and gasping every time we banked left. The Strip is so much longer than it feels on foot; flying past the Stratosphere Tower made me realize how far we’d actually walked earlier (no wonder my feet hurt). It’s only about 10 minutes in the air but somehow felt slower, like time stretched out for us up there.

After landing back at the terminal — still buzzing from adrenaline — Tony was waiting again for those of us with pickup included. I caught myself grinning like an idiot in the van window reflection all the way back. Honestly, I didn’t expect to feel so… small? But in a good way. That view sticks with you longer than any slot machine win does.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Las Vegas Strip helicopter night flight

• Hotel pick-up in Las Vegas
• Transfer to helicopter terminal
• Check-in and safety briefing
• Board six-seater ECO-star helicopter
• Fly over Golden Nugget and Fremont Street
• Fly past Stratosphere Tower and Venetian
• See Treasure Island, Bellagio, and the Sphere
• Land back at helicopter terminal
• Return transfer to hotel

Top questions

How long is the Las Vegas Strip helicopter night flight?

The flight lasts between 8 to 12 minutes over the Las Vegas Strip.

Is hotel pickup included for this helicopter tour?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included if you select that option during booking.

What landmarks do you see during the helicopter flight?

You’ll fly over Fremont Street Experience, Stratosphere Tower, Venetian, Treasure Island, Bellagio Fountains, and The Sphere.

Do I need to bring an ID for this tour?

Yes, all passengers 18 years or older must present a photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport at check-in.

Is this Las Vegas helicopter tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour is wheelchair accessible if someone in your group can assist with boarding and exiting; wheelchairs stay at the terminal during flight.

Are there weight restrictions for passengers?

If you weigh over 300 lbs (136 kg), you’ll need to purchase an extra seat directly with the operator on tour day.

Can children join this Las Vegas helicopter night flight?

Children aged 2 years and older can join but must have their own seat per FAA regulations.

How do I get to the helicopter terminal if I don’t choose pickup?

You can make your own way to the terminal; public transportation options are available nearby.

What’s included

Your evening includes hotel pickup and drop-off if selected when booking (or you can arrive independently), all fees and taxes taken care of upfront, plus a 10-12 minute helicopter flight over iconic spots along the Las Vegas Strip with live pilot commentary before returning to your hotel or setting off into your own night in Vegas.