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New York City Grand Island Helicopter Tour with Views of Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Yankee Stadium
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New York City Grand Island Helicopter Tour with Views of Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Yankee Stadium

by Zip Aviation

25 min
New York
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25 min
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $386.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This helicopter tour departs from the Zip Aviation Helicopter Tours heliport in New York City and lasts between 25 and 30 minutes. The flight covers all five boroughs and offers aerial views of several major landmarks. The route includes the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, New York Harbor, Governors Island National Monument, Central Park, Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Queensboro Bridge, George Washington Bridge, the Chrysler Building, and New Yankee Stadium. Passengers must check in 45 minutes before the scheduled flight time and present a government-issued ID or passport. Seating is provided in a helicopter that holds either four or six passengers, depending on availability. The tour requires a minimum of four passengers to operate. Weight restrictions apply: passengers over 250 pounds may need to purchase an additional seat, and the maximum weight per passenger is 300 pounds. Infants 24 months and younger must sit on an adult’s lap. Flight times are approximate and may change due to weather or operational conditions. Local taxes and the heliport fee are included in the tour price. Gratuities are not included.

Highlights

25–30 minute helicopter flight over New York City
See Statue of Liberty, Ground Zero, and New York Harbor
View Central Park and landmarks including George Washington Bridge
Fly over all five boroughs of New York City
Tour departs from Zip Aviation Helicopter Tours heliport
Minimum four people required to book this tour

What's included

25–30 minute helicopter flight
Local taxes included
Heliport fee of $40 per person included
Tour requires minimum four passengers to operate

What's not included

Gratuities are not included

Itinerary

1

Brooklyn Bridge

This landmark is seen during the helicopter flight.

2

Statue of Liberty

The helicopter passes over and gives views of the Statue of Liberty.

3

Chrysler Building

The flight route includes views of the Chrysler Building.

4

Ellis Island

Ellis Island is visible during the aerial tour.

5

Central Park

The helicopter flies over Central Park providing aerial views.

6

Times Square

Times Square is part of the sights seen from the helicopter.

7

Yankee Stadium

The flight includes views of the New Yankee Stadium.

8

George Washington Bridge

The helicopter passes over the George Washington Bridge.

9

Manhattan Bridge

The flight route includes views of the Manhattan Bridge.

10

Governors Island National Monument

The tour includes aerial views of Governors Island National Monument.

11

Zip Aviation Helicopter Tours

The heliport where the tour departs.

12

New York Harbor

Views of New York Harbor are part of the flight.

13

Queensboro Bridge

The helicopter flies over Queensboro Bridge.

14

Williamsburg Bridge

The flight also includes views of the Williamsburg Bridge.

Meeting point

Google Maps provides the correct navigation route, all other navigation options will take you to Chelsea Piers. Please ensure the end of route address matches the address above. Located on Pier 6 (2 Building North of Staten Island ferry and the East River). Look for Zip Aviation.

End point

Google Maps provides the correct navigation route, all other navigation options will take you to Chelsea Piers. Please ensure the end of route address matches the address above. Located on Pier 6 (2 Building North of Staten Island ferry and the East River). Look for Zip Aviation.

Languages

German (audio)Russian (audio)Portuguese (audio)English (audio)Japanese (audio)English (audio)Italian (audio)French (audio)Spanish (audio)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–6 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
The helicopter used seats either 4 or 6 passengers depending on availability; at least 4 passengers must book for the tour to operate.
Check-in is required 45 minutes before the scheduled flight time; late arrival may cause delays or loss of flight.
Passengers weighing over 250 pounds (113 kg) must buy an extra seat on the day of the tour; the maximum allowed weight per passenger is 300 pounds (136 kg).
All passengers, including children, must present a government-issued ID or passport to board.
Audio commentary language depends on availability; if more than two languages are requested, the audio may default to English; headset audio functionality is not guaranteed.
Flight times are approximate and may change due to weather or weight restrictions.
Infants 24 months and younger must sit on an adult's lap during the flight.
Passengers may be assigned flight times that vary between check-in and booked tour time based on operational needs, weather, and passenger flow.
Flights bought before March 2, 2026 did not include the $40 heliport fee, which must be paid at check-in.
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