Cambridge Helicopter Flights

There aren’t many cities in the world quite like Cambridge — and there’s no better way to take it all in than from the air. As your helicopter lifts off from Bottisham Airfield, just a few miles east of the city, the countryside gives way to rooftops, waterways and courtyards that have stood for centuries. It doesn’t take long for the flutters of anticipation to yield to the excitement of the captivating views, you’ll soon be lost in the occasion of it all. Photo central, here we come!

As Cambridge reveals its full glory, so does the unique vantage point. The colleges stretch out below like a map of stories — King’s, Trinity, St John’s, and so many more. The River Cam threads its way through the city, lined with punts and footbridges. You might catch sight of the Backs, the Mathematical Bridge, and the striking fan vaults of King’s College Chapel rising into view. Suddenly Cambridge has taken on a whole new meaning.

The Classic Tour, lasting around a quarter of an hour, is a perfect introduction — a compact, breathtaking journey over the heart of the city. It’s just enough time to marvel, to take photos, and to get a real sense of place. Ideal if it’s your first time in a helicopter, or if you want a short but special way to mark a birthday, graduation or big day out.

For those who want to linger a little longer, the Extended Tour offers something even more memorable. With approximately 30 minutes of flight time, this route gives you everything the Classic does, plus a wider sweep of the Cambridgeshire landscape. You’ll drift out over villages, farmland and quiet fenland edges, where the skies open up and the sense of space grows with every minute. It’s a peaceful, unhurried experience — and one that feels more like a private journey than a tourist flight. A flight you must take, at least once.