Private Tour
Private New York City Helicopter Tour for 2-6 from Westchester
Overview
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Take your friends, family or partner on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure over New York at sunset, day or night. Dazzle your guests with unforgettable aerial views of iconic landmarks from above while cozying up to one another.
Ride in comfort and luxury in an Airbus AS350/H125 helicopter for 2-6 people or twin engine Airbus AS355 for 5 people.
Helicopters lift off from Westchester County Airport and reach NYC airspace in just a few minutes. On a 30-minute helicopter tour our skilled pilots will dazzle you with bird’s-eye views of Manhattan, Central Park, Empire State Building, Harlem, Yankee Stadium and the George Washington Bridge.
The 45-minute extended tour includes the above sights and continues to Lower Manhattan to see the Freedom Tower, Battery Park and Ellis Island. Wave to Lady Liberty before circling back to White Plains.
Options with transfer include roundtrip car service between Manhattan and Westchester County Airport.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Tours depart and arrive at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, a relaxed crowd-free location just outside NYC easily accessed by public transit (Metro-North rail from Grand Central Terminal) or car (free parking). Please note: this tour departs and arrives in Westchester.
PLEASE NOTE: The 30-minute tour does not reach Lower Manhattan or the Statue of Liberty area.
Convenient roundtrip transfers are available from anywhere in Manhattan for additional fee (if option selected). Rates are based on regular cars.
All flights are subject to weather and helicopter maintenance; if canceled due to these reasons, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Routes are subject to change based on weather, air traffic control and temporary flight restrictions.
Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in Airbus helicopters. NOTE: due to the weight and balance limitations of helicopters and the unique composition of groups, you may be asked to adjust your booking to stay within safe operating margins. Please contact the operator for more information.
Children younger than 2 years may ride on their parent’s lap at no cost.
Under 18 requires parental or guardian consent.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones are not allowed on helicopter flights.
Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private Tour in Airbus AS350/H125 Helicopter or Airbus AS355 (depending on option booked)
Roundtrip Hotel Transfer (if option selected)
Airport fee, Wings Air Helicopters
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Check in 30 minutes before flight
Yankee Stadium
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Options
AS350/H125 30 Min Tour
Up to 6 passengers fly in Airbus AS350 (AStar) / H125 helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Twin Engine 30 Min + Transfer
Up to 5 passengers fly in Airbus AS355 (Twin Star) helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Pickup included
AS350/H125 45 Min + Transfer
Up to 6 passengers fly in Airbus AS350 (AStar) / H125 helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
AS350/H125 30 Min + Transfer
Up to 6 passengers fly in Airbus AS350 (AStar) / H125 helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Twin Engine 45 Min + Transfer
Up to 5 passengers fly in Airbus AS355 (Twin Star) helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Pickup included
Twin Engine 45 Min Tour
Up to 5 passengers fly in Airbus AS355 (Twin Star) helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
AS350/H125 45 Min Tour
Up to 6 passengers fly in Airbus AS350 (AStar) / H125 helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Twin Engine 30 Min Tour
Up to 5 passengers fly in Airbus AS355 (Twin Star) helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very disappointing costumer service
Dora M,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I booked a helicopter tour with Wings Air Helicopters for my family of four (including myself) as a special gift to celebrate my parents’ anniversary. I paid $3,000 for a 45-minute flight, specifically choosing this tour because their website promised we would “FLY DIRECTLY OVER PARTS OF MANHATTAN INCLUDING CENTRAL PARK AND THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING ”something that had been a lifelong dream for my parents.Unfortunately, about an hour before our scheduled departure, a mass shooting occurred in Manhattan. Due to this unexpected and serious event, we were informed that “air police” had restricted access to Manhattan airspace. As a result, our flight only circled the outer parts of the city and did not enter Manhattan airspace as advertised.We fully understood and respected the circumstances, however after the flight I politely asked how this situation would be addressed since we didn’t receive the experience we paid for. An employee called his manager/boss, who told me (and I quote), “THERE IS NOTHING I CAN DO AND YOU GOT YOUR MONEYS WORTH”, simply because we still had a flight, even though it didn’t include the main attractions we came for. Also their base is located far outside of Manhattan. If you book a 30 minute tour, you barely make it to the city before turning back so in my opinion, anything under 45 minutes doesn’t give you the real NYC helicopter experience and feels misleading.That said, the pilot was excellent, and the flight itself despite the circumstances was smooth and enjoyable. But overall, I’m disappointed in how the company handled the situation and the lack of customer service in response to a $3,000 experience that didn’t deliver on what was clearly promised.
Fantastic experience
LoveTravel563872,
Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We chose the 45 minute trip on board a twin engine helicopter. We had a wonderful trip. To get so close to the famous landmarks was amazing. We have some fantastic photographs! Definitely would recommend.
Family trip memories for a Life Time
Edarktek,
Jan 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a 45min private flight at beginning of an 8 night visit to NYC (recomended as weather is fickle and allowed rebooking) Left our booking a little late so had to travel to Westchester squeezed into an Uber instead of take off from city. Was careful to check the conditions for weight restrictions and full refund option if weather intervenes. Cancelled and rebooked with minimum of fuss. 4.30pm booking meant take off at Sunset (Recommended) Renegotiated on site before take off to finish and land in the city (Recommended) Spectacular sights, Sunset, all the landmarks lit up, SIL, ESB, MSG, the bridges Yankee Stadium, the Edge etc etc etc, absolutely no doubt was the highlight of our time in NYC. High confidence in safety (super important as whole family on board) The 45min flight became 60 mins and because we were landing in the city spent much longer over the city. Could not recommend any more highly as a bucket list item
Bucket list stuff Highlight of the trip Sunset takeoff.. dropped of in Manhattan Stunning views Something never to be
H2316BYedwardl,
Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good communication Rescheduled after the weather turned Sunset outstanding timing Some luck involved recommend ending trip back in the city
A once in a lifetime experience (or more :-))
JKP9880,
Dec 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was incredible, from lift-off to landing, worth every dollar! Very professional and courteous staff, nicely looking and well kept helicopter, and a pilot with skills second to none.
Unforgettable Private Helicopter Tour of NYC
yasirm683,
Oct 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Private Helicopter Tour from Westchester was absolutely amazing! The views of New York City from above were breathtaking, and our pilot shared fascinating insights about the skyline. The intimate setting for our group of four made it even more special. A must-do experience for anyone wanting a unique perspective of the city!
Bad tour, same views as in business landing at La Guardia
T8847TQchristiana,
Aug 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00it was really disappointing. the crew were nie but tour is just really bad and boring. they fly you really high up so you do not see anything barely... same sensation as when you come in with a plane to la guardia
Thrilling Experience!
terriCt,
Jul 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very good fiend of mine and her family were visiting from Shanghai. Their 14 year old son desperately wanted to experience NYC from the air in a helicopter. After searching many companies online, I chose Wings Air (WA) for their trip. From the moment I contacted WA, everything was perfect. Anna and Eric were so professional and quick to respond to any questions I had, via phone and text. A family member with a great deal of experience with helicopters called and spoke to Anna also. He was super impressed with her knowledge and professionalism. Answered every question he had and he wholeheartedly gave his stamp of approval. Anna suggested an 8 pm, 45 minute flight. This way they would have daylight, sunset and night over the city. It was PERFECT. My friends were picked up at their hotel in the city and driven to Westchester, where they boarded the helicopter. I do not know the details of preboarding, etc., but I'm sure it was top notch. The 45 minute ride was everything they could have wished for and their son was over the moon happy. Driver was waiting to take them back to the city. All in all it was perfect. Thanks to all at WA who made this once in a lifetime adventure happen for my friends. Highly recommend!!
Marvelous!
Anna Shay W,
Mar 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing! Phenomenal! Stunning! Absolutely loved our tour of NYC with Wings Air! Eric was awesome on the ground with us and Mario did a perfect job up in the air. We saw all of the best sites from above and enjoyed the commentary that went along with it. Such a spectacular experience. 100000/10 would recommend.
Amazing New York Night Tour
danielcS7411WJ,
Dec 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience! We had a professional service and a really experienced pilot. It was worth every dollar. Thank you very much.
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