Demo Flight
€1,500 pp
Price per person for the Demo Flight experience, with VAT included. Booking and payment are required more than 72 hours in advance.
Marbella Helicopter Experience
Helicopter Demo Flight Marbella
Pilot-for-a-day helicopter experience in Marbella with 45 minutes of ground training and a 30-minute supervised flight, designed for 1 to 2 persons with no prior experience required.
Puerto Banús
1 to 2 persons
75 to 105 min
€1,500 pp incl. VAT
Ground training + flying time
A hands-on pilot-for-a-day experience for guests who want more than a sightseeing flight
The Helicopter Demo Flight is a hands-on Marbella helicopter experience. Instead of only following a sightseeing route, you receive a pre-flight briefing, learn the basics of the helicopter and cockpit, then take part in a supervised flight with a certified professional pilot onboard.
Choose this for an aviation experience, a milestone gift or a premium Marbella activity with a stronger learning element than a standard scenic tour. The experience runs as a 75 to 105-minute pilot-for-a-day format for 1 to 2 persons, with no prior experience required.
The session begins with around 45 minutes of ground training covering helicopter basics, cockpit instruments and safety procedures. It then continues with a 30-minute supervised helicopter flight where the participant can take the controls under pilot supervision.
This is a training-style helicopter experience rather than a sightseeing-only route, so availability, timing, participant details and safety requirements are checked before the booking is confirmed.
Duration & Pricing
Review the fixed demo-flight format, price and time breakdown before sending your preferred date.
Total experience time
75 to 105 min
Includes ground briefing and supervised flight time, so the total session is longer than a standard sightseeing route.
Ground training
Approx. 45 min
The ground-training phase covers helicopter basics, cockpit instruments and safety procedures before the supervised flight begins.
Flying time
Approx. 30 min
The hands-on flying segment gives the participant the chance to take the controls with a professional pilot onboard.
Launch area
Puerto Banús
Meeting point: Exact meeting point shared after your booking is confirmed.
Booking notes
- Prices include VAT.
- The Demo Flight must be booked and paid more than 72 hours in advance.
- Payment can be made by credit card via secure Stripe link or by bank transfer.
- Flight times are approximate and can change because of weather, air traffic control or operational requirements.
Booking & cancellation terms
- Payment: Secure Stripe card link or bank transfer. Full payment is required more than 48 hours before the flight.
- Customer cancellation: After confirmation, cancellations carry a 20% fee. Cancellations within 15 days of the flight are charged in full.
- Weather or operator cancellation: If weather or safety conditions stop the flight, the flight can be rescheduled at no extra cost.
- Late arrival / no-show: Please arrive on time. Once the helicopter has been dispatched, incurred costs may apply. If you choose to shorten the flight after take-off, unused time is not refunded.
Flight Details
Key details for the pilot-for-a-day demo flight.
Experience type
Pilot-for-a-day demo flight
Location
Puerto Banús
Exact meeting point shared after your booking is confirmed.
Participant format
1 to 2 persons
Experience length
Approx. 75 to 105 minutes total
Training phase
Approx. 45 minutes of ground training
Flying phase
Approx. 30 minutes of supervised helicopter flight
Prior experience
No prior experience required
Supervision
Certified professional pilot onboard throughout
Experience & Training Features
Practical details that help explain how the Demo Flight differs from a standard helicopter sightseeing tour.
What the experience includes
Pre-flight briefing
Cockpit instrument intro
Hands-on flying time
Professional pilot supervision
Experience style
Bucket-list feel
Strong gift option
Aviation enthusiast appeal
Safety-led confirmation
Practical Notes Before Flight
The Demo Flight has a few operator-led conditions that should be checked before the booking is confirmed.
Important practical points
Valid ID required
The demo-flight participant must present a passport, DNI or national ID card before boarding.
Required
Check-in time
Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled flight time for check-in.
10 min early
Advance payment rule
Booking and payment are required more than 72 hours before the experience, using credit card via secure Stripe link or bank transfer.
> 72h
Weather, air traffic control and operational requirements can affect the final timing or route.
Good to know before you enquire
A few details help check the right demo-flight slot faster.
Best details to send
- Your preferred date
- Whether the booking is for 1 or 2 persons
- Your preferred time window
- Whether it is a gift or special occasion
What we check
- Current availability
- Exact check-in and flight time
- Current booking conditions
- Final participant instructions
What may vary
- Weather suitability
- Air traffic control timing
- Operational flight timing
- Safety-led route or schedule changes
Helpful to mention
- If the experience is a surprise gift
- If a second person is joining
- If the participant is especially interested in aviation
- If you are comparing several helicopter options
Booking FAQ & Important Information
Quick answers to the most important questions before you enquire.
Where does the Demo Flight start?
The departure point is Puerto Banús. Exact meeting point shared after your booking is confirmed.
Do I need previous helicopter experience?
No. No prior helicopter experience is required for this supervised demo-flight format.
Do I actually get to fly the helicopter?
Yes. The experience includes hands-on flying time during a supervised 30-minute flight with a certified professional pilot onboard.
How long does the full experience last?
The Demo Flight is a 75 to 105-minute experience in total, including roughly 45 minutes of ground training and a 30-minute supervised flight.
How many people can join?
The Demo Flight is designed for 1 to 2 persons.
What price is shown on this page?
The Demo Flight is priced at €1,500 per person including VAT.
Do we need to book in advance?
Yes. The Demo Flight must be booked and paid more than 72 hours in advance.
What should participants bring?
The demo-flight participant must present valid identification, such as a passport, DNI or national ID card, before boarding.
Can timing or route change?
Yes. All flights are subject to weather conditions, air traffic control and operational requirements, and the operator can modify the route or schedule for safety reasons.