Trade the usual weekend plans for a scenic helicopter ride with Charlotte Helicopter Tours. Matthews guests are approximately 21 minutes from our Monroe-area heliport, making it easy to enjoy quick thrill flights, skyline tours, motorsports routes, and private celebration experiences.
Whether this is your first helicopter ride or a special occasion you have been planning for months, our tour lineup gives Matthews-area guests several ways to experience the Charlotte region from above.
Start with a short scenic helicopter tour that delivers the excitement of liftoff, aerial views, and a smooth introduction to helicopter flight.
Choose a longer aerial route for views of Uptown Charlotte, major sports landmarks, urban districts, and the region's changing skyline.
Make birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, and milestone moments more memorable with a private VIP helicopter experience.
Tour times and routes may vary because of weather, airspace, events, and operational conditions. Pricing below reflects the published day rates.
A fast 5-mile, approximately 5-minute introduction to helicopter flight, ideal for first-time flyers and spontaneous adventures.
See Main Street, the historic courthouse, and Downtown Monroe from a calm aerial perspective during an approximately 6-minute flight.
A scenic route featuring Ballantyne's resort, business district, country club, and surrounding green spaces.
Experience SouthPark's shopping district, golf courses, neighborhoods, and nearby Charlotte landmarks from above.
Take in Charlotte skyline views, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Field, and airport-area activity during a longer city flight.
Combine the Charlotte skyline, stadium views, airport scenery, and the Charlotte Motor Speedway complex in one extended route.
A private celebration experience for proposals, anniversaries, birthdays, and other milestone moments. Includes two seats.
Select a quick introduction, scenic city route, motorsports flight, or private celebration package.
Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes before your reservation window for check-in and pre-flight preparation.
Your flight crew will explain boarding, seating, communication, and basic safety procedures before takeoff.
Enjoy your aerial adventure, landmark views, and a perspective of the Charlotte region that is impossible to get from the road.
Flights are led by FAA-certified professionals and operated in Robinson R44 helicopters with room for up to three passengers. The team focuses on clear communication, responsible flight operations, and helping every guest feel comfortable from check-in through landing.
Review the current booking and passenger requirements before reserving your Matthews-area helicopter tour.
Most tour flights require at least two passengers and can carry up to three passengers in the Robinson R44.
Maximum weight is 295 pounds per passenger. The maximum combined passenger weight for two or three passengers is 590 pounds.
Bring a valid photo ID and the card used to purchase the reservation. Contact the team before arrival when booking for someone else.
Flights depart from Charlotte Helicopter Tours at 1420 Aviation Dr., Monroe, NC 28110, at the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport area.
The business service-area information places Matthews approximately 21 minutes from the heliport, though actual drive times depend on traffic and your starting point.
Yes. No prior helicopter experience is needed, and shorter tours are especially popular with first-time flyers.
Safety comes first. Flights may be delayed, adjusted, or rescheduled when weather, airspace, or operational conditions affect the planned route.
Yes. Scenic helicopter rides are popular for birthdays, anniversaries, date experiences, proposals, gifts, and family adventures.
Choose your Charlotte helicopter tour, plan the short drive from Matthews to Monroe, and get ready for an unforgettable view of the region.
Charlotte Helicopter Tours, Inc.
1420 Aviation Dr., Monroe, NC 28110
Monday–Friday: 9 AM–6 PM | Saturday–Sunday: 10 AM–6 PM
