Scenic Flights Over Santa Monica
See the Pier, Palisades Park and miles of beach from the pilot's seat.
Fly Over Santa Monica
Santa Monica looks completely different from a few thousand feet up. On a private flight from Van Nuys Airport (VNY) you'll see the Pier, Palisades Park and miles of beach — and you can take the controls yourself with a certified flight instructor in the right seat.
Flights over Santa Monica can be combined with other Coast highlights and with LA's most famous landmarks. Tell us what you'd like to see when you book, and we'll plan a route that fits the airspace, weather and time of day.
Pair Santa Monica with
- Malibu Coastline — 27 miles of beaches, coves and Point Dume.
- Hollywood Bowl — The iconic concentric-arch shell, since 1922.
- Palos Verdes Peninsula — Rugged cliffs, coves and Point Vicente Lighthouse.
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Santa Monica Flight FAQ
Can you fly over my house in Santa Monica?
Often, yes. Tell us your neighborhood when you book and your instructor will include it in the route whenever airspace and weather allow.
How long is a flight over Santa Monica?
Most experiences are about one hour including the briefing and flight time. Longer custom flights are available.