Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight
Description
Experience the Big Apple from above on a thrilling 12–15 minute helicopter tour departing directly from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Skip the long drives to out-of-state airports—board right in the heart of NYC for maximum sightseeing efficiency and immediate access to the skyline. Soar in comfort aboard modern, state-of-the-art Bell 407 aircraft as you enjoy breathtaking, panoramic views of Manhattan’s most iconic landmarks. Sweep past a towering Statue of Liberty and historic Ellis Island, take in the sobering view of Ground Zero, and glide over the bustling financial hub of Wall Street. Marvel at the soaring architecture of the Empire State Building before catching a bird's-eye view of lush Central Park. Whether it’s your first time in New York or a bucket-list holiday splurge, this flight offers the premier, hassle-free way to see the city’s crown jewels in record time.
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ZIP AVIATION offers helicopter tours of New York City and private charter services from NYC to the entire Northeast United States. Three different helicopter tours of NYC are available, ranging from 15 to 30 minutes in length. Visit our location where you will watch a safety video and meet our team.
This former Dutch governor's estate, former military fort and former Coast Guard command post now enjoys its old age as a historic monument where you can take the occasional tour.
The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886, designated as a National Monument in 1924 and restored for her centennial on July 4, 1986.
Stretching from The Battery at the southern tip of Manhattan into three other boroughs, and beyond the Verrazano Narrows Bridge to the coast of New Jersey, the National Parks of New York Harbor includes 12 national park sites and affiliated areas with 24 natural, historic and recreational locations. These special places tell the story of America and its leading city, from the nation's early defenses to its first step as a new democracy, from the waves of immigrants to the rise of a commercial powerhouse unrivaled in the world. They include powerful international icons and places of extraordinary beauty where you can experience our history and natural heritage on the land and on the water.
See the skyscrapers of the New York City skyline.
See Downtown Manhattan from the Sky
Where over 20 million immigrants were processed during over sixty years of operation
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a nonprofit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world's fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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.
- 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.
- All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
- Infants 24 months and younger must sit on an adult's lap
- 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.
- For passengers with mobility issues, you will need to transfer from your wheelchair to the helicopter seat and be able to sit with your legs bent. For passengers weighing under 150 lbs, our staff can assist you into the helicopter and will ensure your wheelchair is brought to and from the heliport during your flight. For passengers over 150 lbs, you must either be able to transfer on your own or have someone with you who can assist in getting you into the helicopter. Please let us know about any mobility issues in advance
Reviews(1,465)
It was very nice and beautiful
Hello! Thank you for your review. We love to hear that your experience was beautiful! Cheers!
Awesome experience! Zip aviation is the best! Pilot was wonderful!
Hello! What a great review and shout out to our Pilot! We really appreciate this! Cheers!
Perfekt, absolutely stunning experience. Everyone extremly friendly. Absolutely recommend.
Hello! Thank you for your review and recommendation. Glad to hear you had a stunning and perfect experience flying with us. Cheers!
Great experience and views of manhattan, would definitely recommend and do again upon return.
Hello Roberta, Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed the incredible views of Manhattan. It means a lot that you'd recommend us, and we can't wait to welcome you back the next time you're in NYC! Cheers!
Awesome view over the city! Really nice pilot and helpful groundcrew! A must so when in NYC
Hello! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the incredible views and had a great experience with our pilot and Heliport Staff. Cheers!
Very professional and perfect trip
Hello! Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour professional and enjoyable. It means a lot to know we could provide a perfect experience for you. Cheers!
One of the best experiences I’ve had. Ride was smooth, pilot was jovial and informative, the views were simply stunning. Highly recommend 🚁❤️
Hello! Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re so happy to hear that you had one of your best experiences with us. A smooth ride, a jovial and informative pilot, and stunning views are exactly what we aim to deliver every time! Your recommendation truly means the world to our team. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable flight! Cheers!
Stunning view the cost is worth it, I recommend everyone to do it once in a lifetime. Very friendly staff
Ciao! Grazie per la tua recensione e per la raccomandazione. Siamo felicissimi di sapere che hai fatto un tour fantastico! Grazie!
It was a super good experience to see the skies and very captivating full of many adventures and many smiles
¡Muchas gracias por su amable reseña! Nos alegra mucho saber que tuvo una experiencia maravillosa y que disfrutó de las vistas de la ciudad desde el aire. Nos complace saber que su recorrido fue cautivador y estuvo lleno de aventura y sonrisas. Agradecemos de corazón que haya volado con nosotros y esperamos darle la bienvenida de nuevo pronto.
Thank you for everything to Felix who made this flight incredible and magical! He accompanied us to the helicopter being super professional and attentive! He was great! Thanks again Brother!
Bonjour ! Merci pour votre avis et vos commentaires. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez passé un moment magique ! Merci.
