New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight
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New Orleans, USA
- 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Delight in sweeping views of New Orleans at twilight on a private evening sightseeing flight. Choose a 30- or 45-minute flight and glide by small plane over dazzling urban New Orleans. Hear colorful tales from your experienced pilot and glimpse famous sights by night including the French Quarter, the Mississippi River, and illuminated city landmarks. Sightseeing requests are welcome for a flexible itinerary.
- Private night sightseeing flight with live pilot commentary
- Relax in a small plane seating up to four passengers
- See illuminated New Orleans landmarks including the French Quarter and Superdome
- Choose from 30- or 45-minute flights for a tailored experience
What's Included
- Professional commercial pilot certified by the FAA with 20,000 hours of combined experience
- Live commentary
- Rental of aviation headset and one new microphone cover per passenger
- Fuel surcharge
- Pilot Gratuity
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 6575 Stars and Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126, USA
We will depart from 6575 Stars & Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126. Our offices are located between Gates 6 & 7 on Stars & Stripes Blvd. Drive past the terminal towards the marina. Enter through Gate 6.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Ahead of your scheduled flight time, make your own way to the departure point. Meet your FAA-certified pilot and board the 4-seat airplane. Due to the flexible nature of the tour, you are invited to request certain sights.
As you take off, watch the dusk-lit city fall away and marvel at the striking juxtaposition between urban landscape and wetlands scenery. Soar above the glitter of nighttime New Orleans, admiring the atmospheric French Quarter as it hugs into the curve of the Mississippi River. Then, head to the Central Business District to whirl around the illuminated Mercedes-Benz Superdome—home to the New Orleans Saints NFL team—and glide over the bustling wharf at the Port of New Orleans.
Next, cut away from the city to view the region's enormous, integrated bayou system. Throughout your flight, your pilot guide shares in-depth facts and histories, points out the city’s most iconic landmarks, and explains the area's unique topography.
Finally, your flight ends when you land at your original departure point.
As you take off, watch the dusk-lit city fall away and marvel at the striking juxtaposition between urban landscape and wetlands scenery. Soar above the glitter of nighttime New Orleans, admiring the atmospheric French Quarter as it hugs into the curve of the Mississippi River. Then, head to the Central Business District to whirl around the illuminated Mercedes-Benz Superdome—home to the New Orleans Saints NFL team—and glide over the bustling wharf at the Port of New Orleans.
Next, cut away from the city to view the region's enormous, integrated bayou system. Throughout your flight, your pilot guide shares in-depth facts and histories, points out the city’s most iconic landmarks, and explains the area's unique topography.
Finally, your flight ends when you land at your original departure point.
French Quarter (Pass By)
Caesars Superdome (Pass By)
Mississippi River (Pass By)
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New Orleans Aerial Tours & Flight Training
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please Note: You must call supplier 12 hours in advance of travel date to confirm flight time.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Children age 2 and younger are considered lap children and will be sitting on an adult’s lap. Children under 5 are required to sit in a DOT approved car seat that guests must provide. We do not have a car seat available.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
- A maximum of 3 people per booking.
- Infants must sit on laps
- Dress code is weather dependent; there is no air conditioning in the summer months.
- Food and drinks are not allowed on the aircraft.
- There are no restrooms on board.
- No large bags are allowed on the aircraft, only small purses and bags.
- This tour is not recommended for those who are prone to motion sickness, please take the necessary precautions as refunds will not be provided in matters regarding these situations. Pregnant women are recommended to speak with their physician before flying.
- All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking, the combined weight must not exceed 450 lbs and no individual can exceed 300 lbs.
- Flight time is defined as the time from engine start to engine shutdown. This includes the time it takes to get from the ramp to the runway and back, before and after takeoff and landing.
- Most travelers can participate
- You will be required to provide photo ID at time of arrival.
- In the event of a unique weather situation, we will reschedule at no charge to you to another date and time within two weeks of the original booking, so please have an alternate date and time in mind. Refunds are not available if a flight must be rescheduled due to weather conditions.
- You will be required to sign a safety waiver before take-off.
- Fuel surcharges may apply.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 16 reviews
JOHNATHAN_R, Aug 2025
Amazing experience. Pilot was very kind and made sure we were comfortable the entire time. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi Johnathan: We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your Lights at Night tour with Ashley! Thank you for leaving us a review and we hope to soar the skies with you again!
Starlyesha_P, Nov 2024
Amazing pilot! He was very informative and polite. The booking was an easy process which made this experience a 10/10.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thanks for leaving us a review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight with Ryan!
Keilon_J, Sep 2024
The flight was great. The plane was a little old and scary but the pilot was nice and made us feel safe.
Navigate18403521202, Mar 2019
From the moment I made the arrangements it was an awesome experience. From the support staff to the pilots I was so pleased with this. They all went above and beyond to accommodate our daddy-daughter date!!
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