Blackpool Helicopter Rides
Choose from 8 helicopter experiences departing from Blackpool Airport, from short Pleasure Beach buzz flights to a 30 minute coastal sightseeing tour.
Blackpool, from a seat above the coast
The Tower, the Pleasure Beach, the promenade – Blackpool has plenty to look at. From a helicopter, you can see how the resort fits together, with the beach and Irish Sea stretching out beside it. The aircraft is just as much a part of the attraction: the rotors, the lift-off and the feeling of travelling through the air rather than watching from the ground.
Start with a 5 or 8 minute buzz, choose 10 or 15 minutes for more time above Blackpool and the Fylde coast, or make the 30 minute Blackpool Beach & Morecambe Bay tour the main event. There are also bubbly experiences for a celebration and the Ultimate Co-Pilot option for anyone who would love the front seat beside the pilot. Choose the flight that suits the occasion, from a first taste to a proper coastal sightseeing adventure.
Standard & Longer Flights
From a 5 minute Blackpool buzz to 15 minutes in the air, with more time for the resort and coastline as you move up the range.
Special Experiences
Choose the front co-pilot seat or pair a 5 or 8 minute flight with bubbly after landing.
Blackpool Beach & Morecambe Bay
The 30 minute tour turns Blackpool’s seafront into the start of a wider coastal flight, with sights such as the Tower, Golden Mile and Pleasure Beach before the route opens towards Morecambe Bay.
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6 Mile Buzz Helicopter Flight
The shortest Blackpool option, with 5 minutes in the air and the excitement of lifting away from the airport for a quick Pleasure Beach buzz.
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12 Mile Themed Helicopter Flight
Eight minutes flying gives you longer to enjoy the aircraft and the Blackpool view, with the Pleasure Beach forming the headline sight for this route.
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18 Mile Adventure Helicopter Flight
Ten minutes in the air makes the flight feel more substantial, with Blackpool Pleasure Beach and the Tower giving the resort an unmistakable identity below.
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25 Mile Adventure Helicopter Flight
With around 15 minutes flying, this is the longest option below the full 30 minute tour and gives the Blackpool and Fylde coastal landscape more time to unfold beneath you.
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30 Min Themed Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
The standout Blackpool sightseeing choice. The Extended Blackpool Beach & Morecambe Bay route is built around the resort’s seafront, with sights such as Blackpool Tower, the Golden Mile and Pleasure Beach before the flight opens out towards Morecambe Bay.
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Blue Skies Helicopter Flight with Bubbly
A short 5 minute Blackpool helicopter flight followed by bubbly after landing, adding a celebratory finish to the quickest flying option.
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Extended Blue Skies Helicopter Flight with Bubbly
Eight minutes flying gives you more time over Blackpool before returning to the airport, with bubbly waiting after landing.
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Ultimate Co-Pilot Helicopter Experience
Take the front co-pilot seat for an 8 minute Blackpool flight, sitting beside the pilot with the controls, windscreen and coastal view directly ahead.
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Your Blackpool helicopter ride departs from Blackpool Airport at Squires Gate, close to the southern end of the resort and the Fylde coast.
Blackpool AirportSquires Gate Lane
Blackpool, Lancashire
FY4 2QY
The map marks Blackpool Airport for general orientation. Follow the joining instructions supplied with your booking for the exact parking, check-in and meeting point on the day.
From airport lift-off to the Blackpool coastline
Blackpool Airport puts you straight into the action. The rotors gather pace, the helicopter lifts clear of the ground and within moments the runway is dropping away beneath you. As the aircraft climbs, Blackpool opens up through the windows – the sea on one side, the resort below and the Fylde Coast stretching into the distance.
From the air, Blackpool is instantly recognisable. Depending on your flight, route and conditions, you may pick out the Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower, the Golden Mile and the long line of the seafront. Even the shorter rides pack plenty into a few minutes: lift-off, the acceleration of the helicopter, banking above the landscape and that first proper look straight down at a place you have only ever known from ground level.
Stay airborne for the 30 minute tour and the whole experience changes scale. Blackpool becomes the opening chapter rather than the entire flight, with the Extended Blackpool Beach & Morecambe Bay route giving you far more time to enjoy the coast from above. The resort falls behind, the coastline carries on ahead and the view opens towards Morecambe Bay before the helicopter eventually turns back towards Blackpool Airport for the descent and landing.
Before you fly
Which Blackpool helicopter ride should I choose?
Start with how much flying time you want. The 6 and 12 Mile options give you 5 or 8 minutes in the air for a quick first helicopter experience. The 18 and 25 Mile rides step that up to around 10 and 15 minutes, while the 30 minute tour is the fullest sightseeing option. Co-pilot and bubbly experiences offer different ways to enjoy the shorter flight lengths.
What can I see on a Blackpool sightseeing flight?
Depending on the ride length, route and conditions, sights may include Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower, the Golden Mile, the Fylde Coast and, on the longer 30 minute route, Morecambe Bay. The exact flight path and individual landmarks cannot be guaranteed.
Where do the Blackpool helicopter rides depart from?
Flights depart from Blackpool Airport, Squires Gate Lane, Blackpool, Lancashire FY4 2QY. The map above is for general orientation; use the joining instructions supplied with your booking for the exact parking and check-in point.
Can spectators come to Blackpool Airport?
Friends and family have good viewing opportunities at the Blackpool venue, with toilets and covered waiting also listed. There is no café directly at the event area, although shops and food outlets are nearby. Follow the flight-day instructions for parking and access.
What happens if the weather is unsuitable?
Helicopter flying is weather dependent and coastal conditions can affect visibility or operational decisions. If conditions prevent flying, follow the rearrangement instructions supplied with your booking rather than travelling on the assumption that the flight will operate.
How long is my voucher valid for?
UKHR’s listed helicopter ride vouchers are valid for 12 months, giving you time to choose a suitable flying date after purchase.
Are there age or weight restrictions?
The current Blackpool helicopter ride information lists a minimum age of 6 and a maximum passenger weight of 95 kg. Check the individual experience before buying if passenger age or weight is close to a stated limit.