New York Helicopter Tour: Ultimate Manhattan Sightseeing
Overview
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Seated in comfort, experience all the sights of Manhattan from the air on a 17-20 minute helicopter flight. Enjoy bird's-eye views of top Manhattan attractions including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building, the World Financial Center, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge. Continue up the Hudson River to the northern point of Manhattan, where you can see the George Washington Bridge, the New Jersey Palisades, Yankee Stadium, Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and Columbia University.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs may be unable to fly. If passengers require a seat belt extender they will not be able to attend.
A current valid government issued photo ID is required on the day of travel.
All bags are subject to inspection. Complimentary lockers are available to hold belongings while flying.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 must sit in an adults lap at no charge.
All passengers are required to sign a waiver prior to flying.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Heliport Landing and Facility Fees
Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
Fuel surcharge
Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Brooklyn Bridge
Fly past the Brooklyn Bridge.
Statue of Liberty
Fly past the Statue of Liberty.
Options
Ultimate Manhattan Sightseeing
17-20 Minute Flight
Reviews
1,089 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A memorable experience.
laurajayneturner,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This flight was an amazing way to see the city - just cruising past the Statue of Liberty is surreal - it's like you're in a movie! The company was well organised and the staff were friendly. Would definitely recommend this as a memorable experience.
Amazing
Amanda B,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience and well worth it. Staff were fantastic and talked you through everything that you needed to know. No waiting about and the flight was full of information too. Key areas all pointed out and plenty of time to take pictures and videos.
Our tour got cancelled....
Susan B,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Our tour got cancelled. Make sure you use a company that is established and runs throughout the year
Unique experience
jbi75,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Seeing Mahattan from the sky is an incredible experience. The 20 minutes spent is enough to appreciate the panorama and offer an impressive glimpse of the immensity of the city. The organization is impeccable both at the start and at the finish, and the driver is really top. Moreover, the seating configuration poses no problem to capture great photos.
Safe and nice ride
LAMPRINI D,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a must do experience. It is safe and nice. An over view of the Manhattan from above. The 20 min was enough to see the most popular sights.
Highly recommended
466matso,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a little bit scared to go on a helicopter, but it was a really comfortable calm experience (more comfortable than an elevator). Anyone who is a little uncomfortable with flying should not worry. Great pilot (a woman, really cool person, I would say a female Tom Cruise). Great views a sunny day with blue sky. For our family clearly a high light of our NY trip.
20 minute dream flight over New York
manuelv381,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Towards the end of our trip in New York we decided to take a helicopter flight. Luckily we were able to book another flight two days in advance. It was a good decision because it was a really fantastic experience. We were well and professionally helped I had a healthy dose of tension beforehand because had never been in a helicopter but the tension disappeared like snow in the sun because everything was so well arranged. We did a 20-minute flight where you flew up to the Yankees stadium. For us this experience was really worth every dollar I can recommend it to everyone it was fantastic.
Helicopter flight
Verochoc,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Too good 🤩, I recommend , flying over New York is really to do. We had a young woman as a pilot, who was very kind
Excellent!
siany159,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour- we came for my husband’s 60th birthday! All the staff were great, tour was brilliant and we had a lovely trip. Would highly recommend using this company
Amazing experience
Wendy C,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant from start to finish. We were upgraded and enjoyed the longer tour which was amazing. Highly recommended.
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