Tokyo Skytree Private Helicopter Tour (15-Min): Review & Guide
The Tokyo Skytree private helicopter tour packs a remarkable amount of the city into 15 minutes — Odaiba, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine and the Skytree, all on a private flight from Tokyo Heliport. This guide covers the route and what to know before you book, alongside the rest of the Tokyo helicopter flights we compare.
About This Flight
A quick private hop covering a lot of ground
The aircraft is yours alone — up to 3 passengers
Affordable mid-range private flight over Tokyo
Five-star rated by verified travelers
Odaiba, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine & Skytree
Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund
Is the Skytree Private Helicopter Tour Worth It?
A Lot of Tokyo in 15 Private Minutes
This flight is the value sweet spot between the 10-minute bay hop and the longer downtown tours. For $733 — private, up to three passengers — it threads a route past an unusually long list of landmarks for its length.
After lift-off at Tokyo Heliport you'll take in Odaiba, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen and the Skytree on an intimate small-group flight.
What You'll See on the Skytree Helicopter Tour
From Odaiba to the Skytree
Despite the short duration, the route covers both the bayside and the central landmarks.
- Odaiba and Rainbow Bridge over Tokyo Bay
- Tokyo Tower above Minato
- Meiji Shrine and Shinjuku Gyoen's greenery
- Rikugien Park and Ueno's gardens
- Tokyo Skytree — the city's tallest tower
What's Included
Included
The price covers the private flight and ground service.
- Private helicopter charter for up to 3 passengers
- All fees and taxes
- Pre-flight safety briefing
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Not included
Hotel pickup isn't included. For door-to-door transfers, compare the Tokyo helicopter tour with car pickup.
Skytree Private Helicopter Tour — Flight Path
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Before flight
Check-in at Tokyo Heliport
Arrive about 45 minutes ahead for the weigh-in and safety briefing.
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0:00–0:05
Odaiba & Rainbow Bridge
Lift off over the bay, tracking Rainbow Bridge and the Odaiba waterfront.
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0:06–0:11
Tokyo Tower & the parks
Swing inland past Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine and the green of Shinjuku Gyoen.
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0:12–0:15
Skytree & return
Curve toward the Tokyo Skytree before descending back to the heliport.
Important Things to Know
What to bring
Bring only the essentials for the cabin.
- Photo ID or passport
- Camera or phone with a wrist or neck strap
- A light layer for the pad
What's not allowed on board
These aren't allowed on board or at the pad.
- Luggage and large bags (lockers are available)
- Loose scarves, large hats and dangling items near the rotors
- Selfie sticks
- Note: ground photography is banned at the Tokyo Heliport departure point
Where the Skytree Helicopter Tour Departs
Who Is This Flight Best For?
Best for
This flight suits travelers who want a private experience and a long landmark list without the top-tier price.
- Couples and small groups wanting good value
- First-timers who want both bay and central views
- Photographers after a varied 15-minute route
- Travelers with limited time but a wish-list of landmarks
Not suitable for
Other flights fit better for some travelers.
- Groups of four — book the four-seat Skytree & Tokyo Station flight
- Anyone wanting a longer, unhurried flight (try the 30-minute tour)
- Passengers over the 120 kg per-person weight limit
Insider Tips for the Skytree Helicopter Tour
What travelers wish they'd known
From recent AIROS Skyview reviews and traveler forums:
- For the price, this 15-minute flight covers more landmarks than the 10-minute bay hop — good value if your budget is mid-range.
- It's loud in the cabin; use the headset to ask the pilot to point out Meiji Shrine and the Skytree.
- Arrive 45 minutes early; the heliport is about 15 minutes by cab from Funabashi Station.
- Bring a wrist strap for your camera and shoot continuously — the route changes quickly in 15 minutes.
- Flights are confirmed the evening before based on weather; keep the morning flexible.
Skytree Private Helicopter Tour FAQs
How much is the Tokyo Skytree private helicopter tour?
It starts at $733 for the whole group of up to three passengers (priced per group), including all fees and taxes — a mid-range private option.
What will I see in 15 minutes?
An unusually full route for the length: Odaiba, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen, Rikugien Park and the Tokyo Skytree.
Is it private?
Yes — the helicopter is chartered privately for up to three passengers, so it's an intimate small-group flight.
How is it different from the 10-minute bay flight?
It's longer and covers more central landmarks (including the Skytree and Meiji Shrine), where the 10-minute flight focuses on Tokyo Bay. It costs more but packs in more sights.
Where does it depart from?
From Tokyo Heliport in Koto City, about 15 minutes by cab from Funabashi Station. Hotel pickup is not included.
Can I take photos?
Yes, in the air — use a wrist or neck strap. Ground photography is banned at the Tokyo Heliport departure point, and selfie sticks aren't allowed on board.
Amazing value — in 15 minutes we saw Tokyo Tower, the Skytree and the bay. The pilot was friendly and pointed everything out over the headset.
A private flight without the eye-watering price. Odaiba and Rainbow Bridge from above were the highlight of our trip to Tokyo.
Short but packed with landmarks. Easy booking, smooth flight, and free cancellation made it a no-brainer.