Private Plane Ride in Mumbai

A private plane ride in Mumbai is exactly what it sounds like: your own Cessna 172, your own pilot, and the Mumbai coastline below you. Choose a 30-minute ride for ₹38,000 or a 60-minute ride for ₹76,000, priced per ride with occupancy for up to 3 people. Every flight leaves from Juhu Airport, and every seat has a window view. For birthdays, proposals and first-time flyers, this is the most gifted experience we run.

Why Choose a Plane Ride in Mumbai

A private plane ride in Mumbai gives you a perspective of the city that no road trip or rooftop view can match. The Cessna 172 is built for sightseeing with wide windows that give every seat a clear view of the city below. At 500 to 700 feet, you are close enough to recognise landmarks and far enough to see how Mumbai's coastline, neighbourhoods, and sea come together. The ride is smooth, quiet, and comfortable from takeoff to landing.

What Is the Plane Joyride in Mumbai Like

Once airborne, you fly over Mumbai's skyline, beaches, and landmarks while the pilot guides the aircraft along a scenic route. The flight is steady and easy to enjoy, even for first-time flyers. During the ride, the pilot performs a controlled manoeuvre at 600 to 700 feet that creates a brief zero gravity experience, a few seconds of weightlessness that is unique to the plane ride and not available on helicopter flights.

The experience can also be customised for special occasions with options such as cakes, bouquets, and personalised banners. Cake cutting can be arranged in a private lounge at Juhu Airport.

How the Experience Begins

Your plane ride begins at Juhu Airport. On arrival, our ground crew welcomes you and assists with the check-in process. You are then escorted to the runway in a dedicated vehicle. Before takeoff, the pilot provides a short briefing covering safety guidelines, the planned flight route, and what to expect during the ride. Once the briefing is complete, the aircraft is cleared for takeoff, and your aerial experience begins.
All passengers must arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

• Passengers: up to 3 people. The combined weight limit is 210 kg and is strictly enforced, so share everyone's weight at booking.
  
• Names: share all passenger names at booking. Airport security needs them in advance.
  
• Arrival: reach Juhu Airport 30 minutes before your slot and call the operations team at the entry gate. Slots are ATC-assigned and reporting time is strict, so keep a buffer for Mumbai traffic.
  
• Timings: flights operate between 11 AM and 4 PM. Your exact slot is confirmed by ATC one day before the ride.
  
• ID: a valid government photo ID is mandatory for every passenger. Foreign nationals carry their passport and visa.
  
• Photos: your phone is all you need on board. Travel light and leave the rest of the gear at your hotel. An official GoPro recording is available as an add-on.
  
• Weather: flights need safe conditions, decided by the pilot and ATC. If we cancel, the easiest option is a free reschedule within 90 days, with your full amount intact, or a refund under our standard booking terms.

Routes Covered

Flight routes are subject to ATC approval and weather conditions.

• 30 Minute Plane Joyride: Juhu Beach, Aksa Beach, Essel World, Global Vipassana Pagoda, Film City, Vihar Lake, Powai Lake
• 60 Minute Plane Joyride: Juhu Beach, Dadar, Haji Ali, Queen's Necklace, Marine Drive, Antilia, towards Alibaug

Both rides leave from Juhu, carry up to 3 people, and include the pilot, fuel and airport fees. For full details, see the 30-minute plane ride or the 60-minute plane ride.

How Safe Is the Plane Ride

All flights are operated by trained and licensed pilots who follow aviation safety procedures approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The aircraft, crew, and operations comply with approved aviation standards and Air Traffic Control (ATC) regulations. A safety briefing is provided before every flight, and flights are only conducted when weather conditions and ATC clearance permit.

About Our Aircraft: Cessna 172

All private plane rides are operated on a Cessna 172, a globally trusted aircraft used for sightseeing flights in cities such as Las Vegas, New York, Dubai, and Hong Kong. It offers excellent stability, comfort, and visibility, making it well-suited for aerial tours.

• Maximum passengers: up to 3
• Combined passenger weight limit: 210 kg

Why Book with Accretion Aviation

When you book with Accretion Aviation, you book with the people who actually fly you, not a marketplace reselling the same seat with commission on top. Every ride is operated by licensed, experienced pilots, every price is published upfront, and if weather or ATC grounds your flight, a free reschedule keeps your full amount intact. Our Google rating is 4.2 stars from 425+ reviews, most of them from people who had never been in a small plane before.

Why Choose a Plane Ride Over a Helicopter Ride

Both leave from Juhu, but they are not equal value. The helicopter gives you 15 minutes in the air. The plane gives you 30, along with a longer route that reaches the Pagoda, Film City and the lakes, the full runway take-off, and the zero-gravity dip no helicopter can do. Same 3 seats, same private flight, double the airtime. If you are still curious, you will find it on our helicopter ride in Mumbai page, but most guests who compare the two book the plane.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private plane ride in Mumbai cost?

A 30-minute private plane ride in Mumbai costs ₹38,000 and the 60-minute ride costs ₹76,000. The price is per ride, not per person, and up to 3 people can fly. There are no hidden charges. The quoted price covers the aircraft, pilot, fuel and airport fees.

Is the price per person or per ride?

The price is per ride, not per person. Each ride carries up to 3 people, and every flight is private. You are booking the whole aircraft for your slot, so the price stays the same whether one person flies or three.

What is the difference between the 30-minute and 60-minute rides?

Both leave from Juhu in the same Cessna 172 with up to 3 people. The 30-minute ride covers Juhu Beach, Aksa Beach and the Pagoda side for ₹38,000. The 60-minute ride ranges further towards Film City and the lakes for ₹76,000, and suits big occasions.

Can I book with partial payment?

Yes. You can block your slot with a 50% advance and pay the remaining 50% up to 15 days before the flight. Our team shares the payment details when you book, and full payment confirms your slot with ATC.

How many people can fly in the plane?

Up to 3 passengers can fly, plus the pilot. There is a combined weight limit of 210 kg for passengers, which is strictly enforced, so we ask for everyone's weight at the time of booking. For groups larger than 3, contact our team and we will arrange back-to-back flights on the same day.

Where does the private plane ride start from?

All rides start from Juhu Airport, Mumbai, the city's original airfield. Arrive 30 minutes before your slot and call our operations team when you reach the entry gate. The walk from the lounge to the aircraft takes under two minutes.

When will I know my exact flight time?

Your slot is confirmed by Air Traffic Control one day before the ride date, and we share it with you as soon as it is assigned. Flights operate between 11 AM and 4 PM, and the exact timing depends on ATC clearance.

What will I see during the private plane ride?

On a typical flight you glide at 500 to 700 feet over Juhu Beach, Aksa Beach, the Global Vipassana Pagoda, Essel World and Film City, with Powai Lake and Vihar Lake on longer flights. The exact route is finalised on the day with Air Traffic Control, but the coastline is always part of the experience.

Is the private plane ride safe?

Yes. Flights are operated by licensed, experienced pilots and only after ATC clearance in suitable weather conditions. The pilot gives a safety briefing before takeoff. If conditions are not right, the flight does not go, and you can reschedule free within 90 days or take a refund as per our standard booking terms.

What if I feel scared or unwell during the flight?

Tell the pilot and they will bring you back to Juhu right away. Your comfort always comes first. The ride is smooth and gentle, and most nervous flyers settle within the first few minutes as the views take over.

What happens if I arrive late?

Slots are assigned by ATC and reporting time is strict. Arriving late can attract a late charge, and missing the slot means losing the flight. Plan to reach Juhu Airport 30 minutes early, keep a buffer for traffic, and call our operations team when you arrive at the entry gate.

What documents do I need?

A valid government photo ID is mandatory for every passenger, and foreign nationals must carry their passport and visa. Without valid ID, airport security cannot allow boarding, so double-check before you leave home.

Can children go on the private plane ride?

Children below 2 years cannot fly. Older children are welcome when accompanied by an adult, and each child counts as a passenger for seating and weight. The ride is smooth and gentle, and most children spend the whole flight glued to the window.

Can I book the private plane ride for a proposal or birthday?

Yes, and most of our bookings are exactly that. Tell our team the occasion and we will arrange the cake, bouquet and banner, with our private lounge to yourselves before or after the flight. For proposals, the "Will You Marry Me" banner on landing never fails.

Should I book the plane ride or the helicopter ride?

The plane, if you want the better deal. The helicopter ride lasts 15 minutes. The plane ride gives you 30 minutes, a longer route past the Pagoda, Film City and the lakes, the runway take-off and the zero-gravity dip. Same 3 seats, same private flight, double the airtime. Both depart from Juhu.