London Olympic Park 45-Minute Private Helicopter Tour

This is the longest private flight on the London hub. It departs from Redhill Aerodrome in Surrey, about 20 miles (32 km) south of central London, at Hangar 1 on Kings Mill Lane (RH1 5JY), crosses the Surrey countryside and the M25, passes through the Heathrow control zone and joins the Thames at Barnes. It follows the river through central London past the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, St Paul’s, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, then extends east past Canary Wharf and the Olympic Park. The route map also includes the Isle of Dogs, the Dome, ExCeL, the Thames Barrier and Greenwich; these are on the map, not promised close passes. You spend about 45 minutes in the air at about 1,000 feet, with pilot commentary. The price of £1,210 (GBP) covers the whole helicopter for up to 3 guests, including taxes and fees. Online check-in for every passenger must be completed at least 48 hours before the flight, with names, dates of birth, nationality, weights and photo ID details. On the day, arrive 30 minutes before take-off with photo ID (passport, driving licence or national ID card); late arrival may mean no flight and no refund. There is no pickup and no space for bags on board; items can be left at the office. The minimum age is 6, and children under 16 fly with an adult. Weight is limited to 136 kg (21 st) per seat; if anyone weighs over 95 kg (15 st), contact the operator through the booking page before booking so weight and balance can be confirmed. Limited mobility, epilepsy, heart conditions and pregnancy may prevent flying. Tickets are non-refundable: all sales are final and there is no refund if you cancel. If the weather is unsuitable, you are offered another date. Flights run year-round, except 25–26 December. Live prices show when you book. For a shorter central route, see the Thames tour.