Tours/New York City/Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour
Viator · group up to 6 pax

Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour

4.4(222)New York City1 hour
VIATOR4.3(82)TRIPADVISOR4.4(140)

Description

An exciting and comprehensive helicopter tour of New York City with breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities! This extended version of the Classic Tour will treat you to the best views of New York City including the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and Central park. In addition to several must-see attractions, passengers will enjoy a flight over historic Uptown Manhattan (Columbia University & Harlem) and The Bronx (Yankee Stadium).

Tour Options

Helicopter Flight
  • 18-20 minute flight: All taxes and fees included

Itinerary

20 min

Consider upgrading from the Classic Tour and you'll know New York better than a native! Sights Include: Statue of Liberty Ellis Island One World Trade Center 9/11 Memorial Battery Park Financial District Empire State Building Chrysler Building Times Square Central Park U.S.S. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Grant's Tomb Columbia University George Washington Bridge Harlem Spuyten Devil Bridge Palisades Cliffs

Highlights

Local Taxes
18-20-minute Helicopter tour
Heliport Fee ($40 per person included)

What's included

Included
Local Taxes
18-20-minute Helicopter tour
Heliport Fee ($40 per person included)
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

4.4
222 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Check-in is 45 minutes prior to the scheduled flight time. Failure to do so may result in extended wait times or forfeiture of flight.
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 250lbs (113kgs) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour. 300-lb (136kg) maximum weight per passenger.
  • All passengers including children must have a government-issued ID/Passport or you may be denied your flight.
  • All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.Please note, that audio language selection is not guaranteed and is based on availability. Should more than 2 languages be requested on the same flight, the audio commentary may default to English. Due to the unpredictable nature of technical difficulties, we cannot provide assurance for the audio functionality of the headsets.
  • Passengers may be scheduled to fly at any time between their assigned check-in time and their booked tour time. Actual flight times may vary based on operational needs, weather conditions, and passenger flow.
  • Flights purchased prior to March 2, 2026, the $40 per person heliport fee was not included in the original booking price. This fee will be payable at the time of check-in.

Reviews(222)

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Zoltan_V
August 6, 2026
“Go to the Chapa!” (A.S)

Friendly, helpful staff and organized. The aircraft was clean, and Teck was functional. Pilot was friendly, prompt and responsive with the crew.

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Explore59449072750
July 31, 2026
Unfortunately, significant delay, otherwise certainly recommended

Punctuality is a virtue Otherwise certainly recommended. A must-have in NYC

Operator response

Hallo! Vielen Dank für Ihr Feedback und Ihre Weiterempfehlung! Es freut uns sehr, dass Ihnen das Erlebnis gefallen hat und Sie es als ein absolutes Muss in New York City betrachten. Wir wissen auch Ihre Anmerkungen zur Pünktlichkeit und zum pünktlichen Start zu schätzen. Uns ist bewusst, wie wichtig ein guter Zeitplan ist, und wir arbeiten ständig daran, unsere Abläufe zu optimieren, um Ihnen das bestmögliche Erlebnis zu bieten. Vielen Dank!

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Sarah27280303
July 31, 2026
Great experience!

Highly recommended. Everything worked out great. A unique experience! With good music and interesting information.

Operator response

Hallo! Vielen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung! Wir freuen uns sehr zu hören, dass alles perfekt gelaufen ist und Sie ein so einzigartiges Erlebnis hatten. Es ist schön zu wissen, dass Ihnen die Musik und die interessanten Informationen während des Fluges gefallen haben. Wir wissen Ihre Weiterempfehlung sehr zu schätzen! Vielen Dank!

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DavidLouis_V
July 26, 2026
Highly recommended.

Everything goes smoothly. From reservation to the final moment. On the phone one is very friendly. The staff is a bit gruffer but generally acceptable.

Operator response

Hallo! Bedankt dat u de tijd heeft genomen om uw feedback te delen. We zijn blij te horen dat alles soepel verliep, van het reserveren tot aan het einde van de vlucht, en dat ons telefonische team een ​​positieve indruk heeft achtergelaten. Ook waarderen we uw eerlijke opmerkingen over uw ervaring met ons personeel op locatie. Uw feedback is waardevol. We hopen u graag nog eens aan boord te mogen verwelkomen! Bedankt!

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fran_oismB5651IT
July 14, 2026
Unforgettable

Incredible experience, break your piggy bank, it is really worth it!

Operator response

Bonjour ! Merci pour votre avis fantastique ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez vécu une expérience incroyable et que vous l'ayez trouvée à la hauteur de vos attentes. Votre recommandation compte beaucoup pour nous, et nous espérons vous accueillir à nouveau très bientôt pour un autre tour en hélicoptère inoubliable au-dessus de New York ! Merci.

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JarnoDevedeleer
July 12, 2026
Worth value for money flight over NY City

Great experience, value for money and great view over New York

Operator response

Hello! Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed the incredible views of New York. It's also great to know you felt the tour was good value for the experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again the next time you're in NYC! Cheers!

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Companion799599
July 2, 2026
Great fun but expensive

Very professional service and easy to book in, It is expensive but this was a once in a life time experience.

Operator response

Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you found the booking process easy and our team professional. We know a helicopter tour is a special experience, and we're glad to have been part of your once-in-a-lifetime experience. We hope to see you again in the future! Cheers!

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99falk
June 30, 2026
Highly recommended!

From booking to execution to landing, it was a complete experience. Great views of most areas in and around Manhattan.

Operator response

Hallo! Vielen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung! Wir freuen uns sehr zu hören, dass von der Buchung bis zur Landung alles reibungslos verlaufen ist und Sie die spektakuläre Aussicht auf Manhattan und die Umgebung genossen haben. Wir wissen Ihre freundlichen Worte sehr zu schätzen und hoffen, Sie bald wieder zu einem unvergesslichen Flug begrüßen zu dürfen. Herzliche Grüße!

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rions2017
June 13, 2026
Don't get the middle seat! That's a rip-off...

5 people in a helicopter and one person who pays the same as everyone else on the flight gets squashed between 2 big guys in the centre seat, 4 inches less headroom and no view with someone leaning forward to take a movie or a photo for the whole trip. Add to that you pay extra for a locker and can't hear the pilot because of 3 different air traffic controllers all on the same frequency. Poor experience, wouldn't recommend for the amount of money paid!!! Fly with another company.

Operator response

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing it can be if seating, comfort, and visibility affect your enjoyment of the tour. Our seating assignments are based on operational and safety requirements, including weight and balance, and while we do our best to accommodate preferences whenever possible, we can't always guarantee specific seats. An option that is always available is a Private Tour - buy all six seats, this way you can choose where you sit. Thank you.

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Melanie_n
June 8, 2026
Flight from New York.

Superb! Flight that was supposed to be canceled for presidential reasons, but they were responsive and accommodating.

Operator response

Bonjour ! Merci pour votre aimable commentaire ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez passé un excellent moment avec nous. Bien que les restrictions présidentielles imprévues aient entraîné quelques contraintes d'organisation, nous sommes heureux que notre équipe ait pu vous tenir informés et s'adapter pour votre vol. Nous apprécions sincèrement votre flexibilité et sommes ravis que l'expérience ait été à la hauteur de vos attentes. Nous espérons vous accueillir à nouveau pour un autre vol à l'avenir ! Merci !

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