Malibu Coastline Flight Tour

27 miles of beaches, coves and Point Dume.

About This Flight

Malibu's coastline runs about 27 miles along Pacific Coast Highway. From altitude you'll see Surfrider Beach, the Malibu Pier, the headland of Point Dume, Zuma Beach and the canyons of the Santa Monica Mountains plunging to the sea. Whales and dolphins are often visible in season.

Add nearby sights to your route

Santa Monica Pier — The Pacific Park Ferris wheel and the end of historic Route 66.
Santa Monica Mountains — Canyons and ridgelines between the Valley and the sea.
Getty Center — Richard Meier's travertine museum on a Brentwood hilltop.

Questions About the Malibu Coastline Tour

How close do we fly to the Malibu Coastline?

All flights follow FAA altitude rules and air traffic control instructions. Your instructor will position the airplane for the best legal view and the best photos.

Can I fly the airplane over the Malibu Coastline?

Yes. On Discovery-style flights you can take the controls under your instructor's supervision for as much of the flight as you like.

What's the best time of day?

Mornings can have marine layer near the coast; afternoons are usually clear; sunset and night flights offer dramatic light. We'll recommend the best time for your route.