Sydney Helicopter Tours
35 min from Western Sydney Airport
Sydney from the air is a revelation — the harbour system, headlands, and city grid make more sense from 1,000 feet than they ever do at street level. Helicopter tours depart from central Sydney and, unusually, some operators depart from Bankstown Airport — much closer to WSA. Flights range from 10-minute CBD loops to extended coastal tours covering Bondi, the Northern Beaches, and the Hawkesbury River.
What to Expect
- →Sydney Harbour from 1,000 feet — Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi
- →Some tours depart from Bankstown — 35 min from WSA
- →10-minute CBD intro tours through to 60-minute coastal flights
- →Private charter options for groups and special occasions
- →Blue Mountains aerial tours also available
- →Photography-optimised helicopter windows
Practical Details
Getting There
Sydney Helicopter Tours is 38km (35 mindrive) from Western Sydney International Airport. Car rental is your best option — the metro doesn't open until 2027.
See all transport options from WSA →Nearby Attractions
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Flying in to WSI Airport? This is 35 min from Western Sydney International Airport (WSA) — easy to reach by car or rideshare straight from the terminal.
Book a Tour
3 options across Viator, GetYourGuide and Klook — sorted by most reviewed.
30-Minute Sydney Harbour and Olympic Park Helicopter Tour
30-minute Private Sydney Harbour Helicopter Tour for 2
30 Minute Shared Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Tour