NYC Helicopter Tour: Manhattan Aerial Sightseeing with Statue of Liberty & Hudson River Views
by HeliNY
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$618Overview
This helicopter flight in New York City lasts about 17 to 20 minutes and is shared with other travelers. The tour includes all helipad landing and facility fees, a fuel surcharge, and live commentary during the flight. The cabin features floor-to-ceiling windows and climate control for comfort. After takeoff, the helicopter flies over the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn before passing Governors Island with downtown Manhattan in the background. The route continues over New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty, providing opportunities for photos. The flight also passes Ellis Island and offers aerial views of downtown Manhattan, including One World Trade Center and the National 9/11 Memorial. Further along, the helicopter passes landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, Little Island, Intrepid Museum, Chelsea Piers, Rockefeller Center, Hudson Yards, and the Vessel. It then flies over Madison Square Garden, One Vanderbilt, Times Square, Central Park Tower, and Central Park itself. The return leg includes views of Columbia University, the George Washington Bridge, Yankee Stadium, and the Palisade cliffs of New Jersey. Souvenir photos can be purchased but are not included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided. Passengers must present a valid government-issued photo ID and sign a waiver before the flight. All bags are inspected, and lockers are available for belongings. Children under 2 years old must sit on an adult's lap at no extra cost. Passengers weighing more than 275 pounds or needing a seat belt extender may not be eligible to fly.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
HeliNY
Drive-by HeliNY.
Brooklyn Bridge
View the famous Brooklyn Bridge shortly after takeoff.
Brooklyn
Drive-by Brooklyn, NY.
Governors Island
Pass Governors Island with the skyline of downtown Manhattan behind it.
New York Harbor
Fly above the waters of New York Harbor.
Statue of Liberty
Glide past the Statue of Liberty for photo opportunities.
Ellis Island
Fly over Ellis Island.
Downtown Manhattan (Downtown)
View New York City’s downtown skyline from above.
One World Trade Center
See the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center.
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Fly past the National 9/11 Memorial.
Empire State Building
View the Empire State Building from the air.
Chrysler Building
Fly past the Chrysler Building.
Little Island
Pass by Little Island park.
Intrepid Museum
See the Intrepid Museum from above.
Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex
Fly past Chelsea Piers.
Rockefeller Center
View Rockefeller Center.
Hudson Yards
Enjoy views of Hudson Yards.
The Vessel
Fly by the Vessel structure.
Madison Square Garden
View Madison Square Garden from the air.
One Vanderbilt
Fly past One Vanderbilt skyscraper.
Times Square / Theater District
Fly over Times Square, the well-known intersection.
Central Park Tower
Pass Central Park Tower, the tallest residential building worldwide.
Central Park
Fly over Central Park, the most filmed location globally.
Columbia University
Fly past Columbia University.
George Washington Bridge
Fly above the George Washington Bridge.
+ 2 more places this tour can include
Meeting point
Check-in is 30 minutes before your flight time. The heliport is a large gray cement building with a big clock on the front. Please let security know you are flying with Helicopter Flight Services and they will direct you to our staff.
End point
Check-in is 30 minutes before your flight time. The heliport is a large gray cement building with a big clock on the front. Please let security know you are flying with Helicopter Flight Services and they will direct you to our staff.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
NYC Helicopter Tour: Manhattan Aerial Sightseeing with Statue of Liberty & Hudson River Views
by HeliNY
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$618Overview
This helicopter flight in New York City lasts about 17 to 20 minutes and is shared with other travelers. The tour includes all helipad landing and facility fees, a fuel surcharge, and live commentary during the flight. The cabin features floor-to-ceiling windows and climate control for comfort. After takeoff, the helicopter flies over the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn before passing Governors Island with downtown Manhattan in the background. The route continues over New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty, providing opportunities for photos. The flight also passes Ellis Island and offers aerial views of downtown Manhattan, including One World Trade Center and the National 9/11 Memorial. Further along, the helicopter passes landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, Little Island, Intrepid Museum, Chelsea Piers, Rockefeller Center, Hudson Yards, and the Vessel. It then flies over Madison Square Garden, One Vanderbilt, Times Square, Central Park Tower, and Central Park itself. The return leg includes views of Columbia University, the George Washington Bridge, Yankee Stadium, and the Palisade cliffs of New Jersey. Souvenir photos can be purchased but are not included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided. Passengers must present a valid government-issued photo ID and sign a waiver before the flight. All bags are inspected, and lockers are available for belongings. Children under 2 years old must sit on an adult's lap at no extra cost. Passengers weighing more than 275 pounds or needing a seat belt extender may not be eligible to fly.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
HeliNY
Drive-by HeliNY.
Brooklyn Bridge
View the famous Brooklyn Bridge shortly after takeoff.
Brooklyn
Drive-by Brooklyn, NY.
Governors Island
Pass Governors Island with the skyline of downtown Manhattan behind it.
New York Harbor
Fly above the waters of New York Harbor.
Statue of Liberty
Glide past the Statue of Liberty for photo opportunities.
Ellis Island
Fly over Ellis Island.
Downtown Manhattan (Downtown)
View New York City’s downtown skyline from above.
One World Trade Center
See the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center.
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Fly past the National 9/11 Memorial.
Empire State Building
View the Empire State Building from the air.
Chrysler Building
Fly past the Chrysler Building.
Little Island
Pass by Little Island park.
Intrepid Museum
See the Intrepid Museum from above.
Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex
Fly past Chelsea Piers.
Rockefeller Center
View Rockefeller Center.
Hudson Yards
Enjoy views of Hudson Yards.
The Vessel
Fly by the Vessel structure.
Madison Square Garden
View Madison Square Garden from the air.
One Vanderbilt
Fly past One Vanderbilt skyscraper.
Times Square / Theater District
Fly over Times Square, the well-known intersection.
Central Park Tower
Pass Central Park Tower, the tallest residential building worldwide.
Central Park
Fly over Central Park, the most filmed location globally.
Columbia University
Fly past Columbia University.
George Washington Bridge
Fly above the George Washington Bridge.
+ 2 more places this tour can include
Meeting point
Check-in is 30 minutes before your flight time. The heliport is a large gray cement building with a big clock on the front. Please let security know you are flying with Helicopter Flight Services and they will direct you to our staff.
End point
Check-in is 30 minutes before your flight time. The heliport is a large gray cement building with a big clock on the front. Please let security know you are flying with Helicopter Flight Services and they will direct you to our staff.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.