20 minutes
Mobile ticket
Take to the skies with an affordable helicopter flight from the Long Beach Cruise Terminal to the picturesque city of Avalon on Catalina Island. Soar over the shimmering Pacific Ocean, feeling like a VIP as you take in breathtaking panoramic views. This unforgettable journey lets you experience the high life without the high price!
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300 lbs (136 kg or 21 stone) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.
The total combined passenger weight (including pilot) cannot exceed 1170lbs (530kg)
There is a maximum capacity of seven (7) people per helicopter, plus your pilot.
Per FAA regulations, all passengers 18 years and older will be required to show photo ID such as a driver's license or passport at the time of check-in.
Minimum of 4 people are required for this activity to take place. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Helicopter seating is based on legal weight & balance limits and will be assigned after check-in. Maverick Helicopters does not guarantee seating next to or in the same row of the rest of the party.”
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Helicopter Flight - Long Beach Terminal to Catalina Island
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
Transportation on Catalina Island
Make your way to the Heliport at the Queen Mary Terminal for your flight to Catalina Island. This is the quickest and most scenic way to get to this island paradise. You'll take off with great views of the Queen Mary and then over the Pacific Ocean for an enjoyable 18-20 minute flight. As you arrive, you'll have a birds-eye view of the town of Avalon. Once at Catalina, there is an abundance of things to do from strolling through the town, take a tour, rent a golf cart or enjoy time at Descanso Beach (additional expense).
Important Information: You must be at the departure point at least 30-minutes prior to the flight time listed below.
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Elizabeth A,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
It was not as scary as I thought. It was nice to do this with my family. Super easy to arrive, park and set up.
Stephanie S,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
Amazing experience from the team and pilot taking care of us. We had such a great trip to Catalina. Our pilot spotted a pod of 100 dolphins and circled to allow us to see them.
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