The Best New York Helicopter Tours 2026
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About New York Helicopter Tour
Get ready for an ultimate sightseeing adventure! Choose between a 15 or 20-minute helicopter tour led by an experienced pilot. Discover architectural marvels and landmarks that define Manhattan's distinctive character.
See stunning Manhattan from a helicopter, and marvel at Central Park's greenery and the majestic Empire State Building.
Come face to face with the Statue of Liberty, an emblem of freedom and hope.
Experience an awe-inspiring bird eye view of the Broadway lights from a unique perspective.
Enrich your experience with an audio guide that unveils hidden stories, adding new value to this fantastic adventure.
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Beautiful, exciting experience. Helicopter clean and in very good condition. High cost, but worth it, Overall, a great experience and anyone who wants to do a sightseeing flight should do so in New York. It's really worth seeing from above. Also, they have great customer service if you ever have any troubles or questions!
This was truly the highlight of my vacation, especially in New York!! Finding Pier 6 was a breeze, and the flight itself was absolutely stunning! Every moment was pure beauty and exhilaration. It's definitely a significant amount of money, but let me tell you, I'm still raving about it to this day!
DESCRIPTION
Helicopter Ride New York
- 15-minute, 20-minute, or 30-minute pre-recorded narrated helicopter tour (depending on the option selected)
- Professional pilot and crew
- Optional video (available for purchase)
- Transportation to and from the heliport
- Optional tips
- Locker rental (available for purchase)
- Boarding fee ($40.00 USD per passenger)
- People over 300 lbs (136 kg)
Did you know that the New York Helicopter Tour offers one of the most thrilling adventures in the city? If you're up for a unique perspective and not afraid of heights, this is your chance! Embark on an unforgettable Manhattan helicopter tour in NYC starting at the Downtown Heliport.
Fly over New York City, and treat your senses to a panoramic view of the narrow streets and towering structures. Take in the sights of the grand skyscrapers, iconic taxi-filled streets, and the Statue of Liberty, an enduring symbol of freedom. Glide over Central Park, a tranquil oasis within the urban jungle, and cruise through Battery Park, catching a glimpse of the Wall Street maze.
Experience this and so much more at the ultimate Big Apple sightseeing tour. Buckle up for an extraordinary adventure that will forever change how you see New York City!
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GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- The audio guide is included and available in Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
- Passengers must pay a non-inclusive boarding fee of $40.00 USD before the departure of the flight.
- A minimum of 4 passengers is required to book the 30 minute flight.
- There is no charge for infants, but there is a boarding fee.
- Passengers over 250 lbs or 113 kg must purchase an additional seat.
- The pre-recorded tour narration helps pilots stay focused on air traffic and radio calls in busy airspace, ensuring safety. Audio language choice isn't guaranteed; if more than 2 languages are requested, it defaults to English. Audio issues with headsets due to technical problems are unpredictable, so we can't always assure the audio functionality of the headsets.
Meeting Point
This tour departs from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport, located at Pier 6 on the East River, New York, NY 10004. Check-in starts 45 minutes before the starting time of the tour.
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