iFLY London Indoor Skydiving at The O2
UK, East London · Theme Park
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
8.1/10
Novelty 9 · Fun Factor 9
Parents
7.2/10
Sanity Preservation 7 · Value 6
Genuinely exciting if you want the skydiving hit without jumping out of a plane, but the upselling and patchy photos are a bit cheeky.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
iFLY London is indoor skydiving at The O2: a vertical wind tunnel where you get the sensation of free-fall without jumping from a plane. The reviews suggest it works especially well for first-timers, nervous flyers, and older children or teens who want something properly different rather than another soft-play session. The big win here is the coaching. Reviewers keep mentioning friendly, patient instructors who explain things clearly and make people feel safe, confident and actually capable of improving. It also sounds like a strong birthday option, with families saying the staff were kind, organised and good with kids. For anyone after a memorable one-off, it seems to deliver the adrenaline. What’s less charming is the extras. One parent flagged aggressive upselling of additional flights and high flights, and the automated photos were described as blurry and disappointing. So yes, the experience itself sounds excellent, but you should go in expecting a polished thrill ride with a few commercial annoyances attached.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Indoor skydiving in a wind tunnel at The O2, with instructors who are repeatedly praised for being calm, clear and encouraging. Best for older kids and teens who want a proper thrill, birthday outings, or anyone curious about trying flight safely. Expect a slick operation, but don’t be surprised by extra charges for more flights and mixed photo quality.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly indoor
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Unclear
Reviews don't mention. Best to check the venue's website before assuming.
Pram-friendly?
Mixed
Should be OK around main areas, but rougher terrain may be tricky.
Baby change?
Likely yes
Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.
Food on-site & BYO
Likely yes: Venues this size almost always have a cafe.
Locate it
UK, East London
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it good for first-timers?
Yes — reviews say the instructors are clear, patient and good at calming nerves.
Is it suitable for a birthday party?
Definitely for older kids and teens; one review said it made a 16th birthday and another called it the best birthday ever.
Are the photos and videos worth it?
Videos were described as good, but the automated photos were sometimes blurry, so taking your own is a sensible shout.
Will they try to sell extra flights?
Yes — one parent specifically mentioned upselling additional flights and high flights during the session.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"the instructors there, are really helpful and polite"
"absolutely fantastic"
"the upselling of additional flights and high flights"