Grand Canyon Scenic Flight & South Rim Tour from Phoenix

Trade the highway for the sky. Lift off from Phoenix on a narrated scenic airplane flight, watch Arizona's iconic landscapes unfold below the wing, and arrive at the Grand Canyon South Rim with hours to spare. A 25-minute overflight reveals the canyon's widest and deepest section before you land for a guided ground tour to its most spectacular viewpoints — all in a single day.

• Duration: Approximately 6–7 hours from Phoenix
• Departure: Deer Valley Airport (Phoenix), 7:30 AM (check-in 7:00 AM)
• Destination: Grand Canyon South Rim (inside the National Park)
• Aerial Route: Tonto National Forest, Verde River, Sedona Red Rocks, San Francisco Peaks, Painted Desert, Navajo Nation
• On the Ground: ~3-hour guided tour to scenic overlooks inside Grand Canyon National Park
• Aircraft: 5- or 9-passenger Cessna
• Grand Canyon Flight FAQ – HERE

The Grand Canyon, the way it should be seen — from the air, from the rim, and from a perspective most day-trippers never get. Ready to fly?

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Tour Highlights

• Narrated scenic airplane flight from Phoenix to the Grand Canyon
• 25-minute overflight of the widest and deepest section of the canyon
• Guided ground tour to scenic overlooks inside Grand Canyon National Park
• Aerial views of Sedona's red rocks, the San Francisco Peaks, the Painted Desert, and the Navajo Nation
• Full Grand Canyon experience — air and rim — in a single day from Phoenix

Tour Itinerary

Your day begins at Deer Valley Airport in Phoenix, where you board a 5- or 9-passenger Cessna for a narrated scenic flight north. As the aircraft climbs, you'll take in sweeping aerial views of the Tonto National Forest, the Verde River, Sedona's red rock formations, the San Francisco Peaks, and the colorful terrain of the Painted Desert and Navajo Nation.

Approaching the South Rim, the aircraft transitions into a 25-minute overflight of the canyon's widest and most dramatic section, cruising approximately 1,000 feet above the rim for panoramic views you simply can't get from the ground. After landing, your roughly 3-hour guided ground tour begins inside Grand Canyon National Park, taking you to the most remarkable viewpoints along the South Rim. Walk, photograph, and take in the scale of the canyon at your own pace before the return flight to Phoenix.

Pricing

2 Guests: $807/person
3+ Guests: $669/person

• Infants under 2 years old are free and will sit on the lap of a parent.
• Optional lunch is available for $20 per person (Turkey, Ham, or Vegetarian sandwich; no modifications).
• Guests may also bring their own lunch (highly suggested).

Requirements

• Skill Level: Easy
• Minimum Age: 2 years old
• Activity: Light walking at scenic overlooks
• Elevation: Approximately 7,000 ft at the South Rim — please dress appropriately for the weather
• Boarding: Guests must be able to board the aircraft without assistance and fit comfortably in their seat

What's Included

• Roundtrip scenic airplane flight from Phoenix
• Narrated aerial tour over Arizona landscapes
• 25-minute Grand Canyon overflight
• Guided ground tour with ground transportation inside Grand Canyon National Park
• National Park entry fees
• Bottled water
• Enclosed vehicles and blankets during winter months

Season & Departure Times

This tour operates year-round, weather permitting. Departures are scheduled at 7:30 AM from Deer Valley Airport in Phoenix, with check-in at 7:00 AM.

Important Notes

Reservations are required for this tour. Guests must arrange their own transportation to Deer Valley Airport, as hotel or airport shuttle service is not available.

Non-US Citizen Policy

The National Park Service requires a $100 per person Non‑Resident Fee for all non‑U.S. citizens visiting select national parks, including the Grand Canyon. Full details: nps.gov/aboutus/commercial-tours-and-nonresident-fees.htm

Cancellation Policy

This tour has a 6-day cancellation period. Please see your confirmation email for details.

Grand Canyon Flight FAQ – HERE