Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight
Description
Make your stay in New York City a memorable one by taking to the Manhattan skies for an exciting helicopter tour of New York City that departs from Downtown Manhattan. We offer state of the art Bell 407 aircraft! Don't get fooled by low prices and outdated aircraft offered by our competitors that only fly out of New Jersey. Our New York City Helicopter tours offer spectacular aerial views of Manhattan. This memorable 12-15 minute flight will take you past the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, New York's financial district of Wall Street, and the humbling sight of Ground Zero. Catch a glimpse of the magnificent Empire State Building and historic Ellis Island for a truly birds-eye view of New York City!
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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
- 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.
- 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.
Reviews(1,461)
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.
The helicopter ride has a cost for sure but it is so magical to fly over the statue of liberty and along manathan. The pickup went very well, the debrief is in English only. However, pay attention to your weight as you may have an excess and no less than the cost of an extra seat....
Bonjour ! Merci pour votre commentaire. Le vol est effectivement magique et inoubliable. Oui, nous avons des limites de poids. Il est donc important que vous en preniez connaissance et que vous preniez en compte les frais supplémentaires en cas de dépassement. Merci.
A fantastic experience to celebrate my 40th with my mum for her 60th, forever memories. The flight was smooth, everyone was friendly and helpful. The desk gentleman airdropped us all our photos FOC too so that was a bonus!
Hello! We’re so happy to hear that you had a wonderful flight and an amazing time celebrating your mother’s birthday. Thank you for letting us be part of her special day. Cheers!
Delighted with our experience! This is an experience to do in New York, no regrets even if the price remains a budget for an activity!
Bonjour à tous ! Merci pour vos commentaires et votre recommandation. Nous sommes tout à fait d'accord, c'est une activité incontournable à New York ! Merci !
Amazing experience! The helicopter tour was absolutely unforgettable, the views of New York City were incredible from start to finish. Seeing the skyline, Statue of Liberty, and Central Park from above was surreal. Would 100% recommend to anyone visiting NYC
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and recommendation. We totally agree with you! Manhattan is incredible from above! Cheers!
