Fly a 12-15 Minute NYC Helicopter Tour Over Central Park
Private 12–15 min helicopter flight over NYC, from the Statue of Liberty to Central Park
Duration
12-15 minutes
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Helicopter tour, NYC sights
Highlights
See New York City from the air on a private 12–15 minute helicopter tour that extends north to Midtown, Central Park, Harlem, and the Bronx. Fly past major landmarks, then turn south over the Palisades Cliffs and Hoboken.
- Take off from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport
- Fly past the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and One World Trade Center
- Follow the route north over Central Park, Harlem, and the Harlem River
- Spot Columbia University, Grant's Tomb, the Bronx, and Yankee Stadium
- Cross the George Washington Bridge and view the Palisades Cliffs
- Return south over eastern New Jersey, including Hoboken
Things to know
A $40 per person heliport fee is mandated by the Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Passengers must pass security screening and present a valid government-issued ID. Max weight is 300 lb (136 kg) per passenger; passengers 250 lb (113 kg) or more must purchase an additional seat.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your scheduled flight time. Within 24 hours and no-shows incur 100% of tour charges. Late arrivals handled case-by-case. Day-of reservations at the heliport can’t be canceled after payment. Duration may vary; routes may change.
FAQs
Arrive to check in 45 minutes before your flight. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for every passenger. The credit or debit cardholder must be present at check-in with the card used to book, and it must match the cardholder’s photo ID. Expect a metal detector security screening.
The maximum weight per passenger is 300 lb (136 kg). If you weigh 250 lb (113 kg) or more, you must purchase an additional seat.
You pay a $40 per person heliport fee mandated by the Downtown Manhattan Heliport. If it wasn’t collected at booking, you pay it at check-in (cash or credit card).
Meeting details
6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004
