See Chicago's northwest suburbs and the Fox River from the air
30 mins
Up to 3 people
Helicopter flight, aerial tour
Explore Northwest Chicago by helicopter on a scenic flight over suburban landmarks. Look down on Woodfield Mall, Barrington Hills, Grand Victoria Casino, and the Fox River.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 3 guests.
No-show reservations are charged in full. Rescheduling after a no-show carries a $100 fee. Late arrival may mean you cannot fly or reschedule that day. The operator may reschedule due to FAA restrictions, weather, maintenance, or other conditions, with no fees.
Product ID: 8EY656
Leave large bags and bulky items in your car.
Fly in a Hughes 369 helicopter.
Doors-off flying is suggested for this tour.
Heli Chicago, 905 W Irving Park Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Seeing Chicago from the air is something else entirely, and the pilots here seem to make all the difference. Chuck comes up repeatedly in reviews as a standout, praised for being professional, funny, and genuinely attentive to what passengers want to see during the flight. Pilot Steve gets similar praise. The overall vibe is smooth, safe, and memorable, with many guests saying they'd happily go back for another flight. One thing worth knowing: there was an isolated case where a flight was cancelled last minute due to a pilot calling out, and the customer found out only because they called ahead. It's a rare complaint in an otherwise glowing collection of feedback, but if you're planning around a specific date or special occasion, it's worth confirming closer to your flight day. For anyone who's done Chicago the usual ways and wants something genuinely different, this delivers. The longer tour options get particularly strong recommendations, and repeat visitors seem just as enthusiastic as first-timers. A solid choice for a memorable experience.
Matt was our pilot and he was wonderful!!! I surprised my 78 year old mom with a new perspective of the Chicago skyline and Heli Chicago did not disappoint. Easy to navigate there and our pilot Matt was informative, kind and helpful as well as on time :) YES, it is worth the money. An experience we will never forget.
Lyla Allison
August 31, 2026
Matt was our pilot and he was wonderful!!! I surprised my 78 year old mom with a new perspective of the Chicago skyline and Heli Chicago did not disappoint. Easy to navigate there and our pilot Matt was informative, kind and helpful as well as on time :) YES, it is worth the money. An experience we will never forget.
Lyla Allison
August 31, 2026
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