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Destin Helicopter Rides

See sugar-white beaches, emerald water, Crab Island and the harbor from the air, from a quick $59 hop to a 50-mile run to Seaside.

🚁 6 flights⏱ 8 minutes and up👥 2–4 passengers👑 Private option on every flight

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🚁 Choose your flight

Six helicopter tours, from a quick hop to Seaside

Prices are per person with 2 to 4 passengers. Want the cabin to yourselves? Every flight has a private charter price. The bar on each card shows how far it flies.

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Coastal Tour

About 8 minutes · intro flight
$59per person

👑 Private charter: $88 per person

The perfect first flight: Destin to Crystal Beach to Miramar Beach, with the beaches, the harbor and the dolphin-shaped artificial reef below.

Book from $59 →
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Beach Run

About 8 minutes · 14 miles
$84per person

👑 Private charter: $126 per person

West along the beach past Henderson Beach State Park, Destin Harbor, the jetties and Crab Island.

Book from $84 →
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Jaws Run

About 11 minutes · 20 miles
$109per person

👑 Private charter: $163 per person

Past Henderson Beach, Miramar Beach and Sandestin to the western edge of Topsail Hill. Watch for marine life over the reefs.

Book from $109 →
Popular
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Dolphin Run

35 miles · 2 passenger minimum
$159per person

👑 Private charter: $238.50 per person

Destin past Miramar Beach and Sandestin, along Topsail Hill toward Blue Mountain Beach.

Book from $159 →
Longest
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Seaside Tour

About 50 miles · longest scenic flight
$209per person

👑 Private charter: $313 per person

The ultimate Emerald Coast flight: down the coast past Topsail Hill and Scenic 30A all the way to Seaside.

Book from $209 →
Seasonal
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Fireworks Tour

About 15 minutes · at night
$249per person

👑 Private charter: $373 per person

A bird's-eye view of the Destin Harbor fireworks, with the harbor boardwalk lit up below. Runs on fireworks nights in season.

Book from $249 →

Taxes and booking fees are added at checkout. Passenger weights are required when you book.

🎥 Ride along

See the view before you fly

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Beach Run · Helipad

About 8 minutes · 14 miles · from $84

Henderson Beach State Park, Destin Harbor, the jetties and Crab Island, straight from the helipad on Emerald Coast Parkway.

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Jaws Run

About 11 minutes · 20 miles · from $109

Miramar Beach, Sandestin and Topsail Hill, with an eye out for sharks, rays and dolphins over the reefs.

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📋 Know before you fly

What's included and what to know

🚁 Boarding at Timberview

✅ Included

  • FAA-certified pilots
  • Flights daily, weather permitting
  • 2 to 4 passengers per flight
  • A private charter option on every tour
  • Confirmation at booking

🎒 Bring & wear

  • Cameras and small purses are fine
  • Casual clothes; sandals are fine
  • Cover-ups over swimsuits are required
  • No food, drinks or large items aboard
  • Photo ID for adults at check-in

⚖️ Rules

  • 300 lbs max per passenger, 800 lbs total
  • Give everyone's weight when you book
  • Arrive about 10 minutes early
  • Anyone showing signs of intoxication won't fly, and won't be refunded

📍 Where you'll meet

Timberview has two launch pads. Your booking confirmation says which one your flight leaves from:

  • Emerald Coast Pkwy pad: 34859 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin
  • Airport pad: Destin Executive Airport, 1001 Airport Rd, Destin

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❓ FAQ

Destin helicopter rides: common questions

How much is a helicopter ride in Destin?
Timberview's tours run from $59 per person for the Coastal Tour to $209 for the Seaside Tour, plus taxes and fees at checkout. The seasonal Fireworks Tour is $249. Every flight also has a private charter price if you want the helicopter to yourselves.
How long are the helicopter tours?
From about 8 minutes for the Coastal Tour and Beach Run, to about 11 minutes for the Jaws Run and about 15 for the Fireworks Tour. The Dolphin Run covers 35 miles and the Seaside Tour about 50, the longest scenic flight.
How many people fit on a flight?
Two to four passengers per flight. Some tours need at least two passengers to fly, so solo travelers should book the private option or ask about pairing.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes: 300 pounds per passenger and 800 pounds total. Every passenger's weight is required when you book so the pilot can balance the aircraft.
What's a private charter?
The same route with just your group aboard, for a higher per-person price. For example, the Coastal Tour is $59 per person shared or $88 per person private.
Where do Destin helicopter tours leave from?
Timberview has two launch pads: one at 34859 Emerald Coast Parkway and one at Destin Executive Airport, 1001 Airport Road. Your confirmation tells you which one your flight uses. Arrive about 10 minutes early with photo ID.
What should I wear on a helicopter tour?
Casual clothes and sandals are fine, but swimsuits need a cover-up. Cameras and small purses can come along; food, drinks and large bags can't.
What's the best time for a helicopter ride in Destin?
Sunset flights are the favorite for golden light on the water, so book those early. Clear midday flights show off the emerald color best. For something special, the seasonal Fireworks Tour flies over the Destin Harbor show.
Can you see dolphins or sharks from the helicopter?
Often. The clear water makes marine life easy to spot from above, which is why the Jaws Run and Dolphin Run are named the way they are. Sightings are never guaranteed, though.

How we checked. Tour prices, routes and rules are from Timberview Helicopter Tours’ listings, checked October 28, 2026. Prices and schedules can change; your booking page shows the current total.

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Beach Run - Helipad

Timberview Helicopter Tours

Around 8 minutes airtime • 14 miles distance
Cruise west along pristine white beaches and emerald green waters past Henderson Beach State Park, Destin Harbor, the jetties, and Crab Island!

Meeting Point: 34859 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL 32541

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Jaws Run

Timberview Helicopter Tours

Around 11 minutes airtime • 20 miles distance
Enjoy spectacular views of the Emerald Coast from Destin past Henderson Beach, Miramar Beach & Sandestin to the western edge of Topsail State Park. Watch for marine life near the reefs!

Meeting Point: 34859 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL