See NYC by helicopter, with a longer route to Coney Island and the Palisades
25-30 minutes
4-6 people
Helicopter tour, NYC sights
Fly over New York City on a 25–30 minute helicopter tour that covers major landmarks from the Statue of Liberty to Central Park, plus Coney Island and the Palisades Cliffs.
A mandatory $40 per person heliport fee applies and may be due at check-in. The helicopter seats 4–6 passengers; max weight is 300 lbs, and passengers over 250 lbs incur an additional seat charge.
Cancel 24+ hours before departure to avoid charges; within 24 hours or no-shows incur 100% of tour charges. Late arrivals handled case-by-case. Same-day heliport bookings forfeit right to cancel after payment. Passengers 250 lbs+ must purchase an additional seat; max 300 lbs.
Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled flight time. Bring a government-issued photo ID for each passenger. The credit/debit cardholder must be present at check-in and show the card used to book, matching their photo ID.
Yes. A mandatory $40 per person heliport fee applies. If it wasn’t collected at booking, you’ll pay it at check-in (cash or credit card accepted).
No bags are allowed onboard. You can bring cell phones, tablets, cameras, and sunglasses, except the Galaxy Note 7. Anything else must stay at the heliport; token-operated lockers are available, and tokens cost $2.
6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004
Helicopter tours over New York City tend to generate strong emotions, and the reviews here reflect exactly that. The vast majority of guests describe the experience as a highlight of their trip or even a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Staff member Ali comes up repeatedly by name, praised for being warm, welcoming, and genuinely fun to be around, which gives this operation a personal touch that's hard to find with larger tour companies. A small number of guests ran into operational hiccups, including one case where a flight departed early without notice and seating wasn't clearly communicated beforehand. These aren't widespread concerns across the reviews, but if you have specific preferences around timing or where you sit in the helicopter, it's worth confirming those details directly when you book. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with guests from all over the world consistently raving about the views, the professionalism of the pilots, and the friendly ground crew. For anyone looking to see New York from above, this looks like a solid and well-loved option.
An exceptional experience; seeing this magnificent city from above is breathtaking. What makes the moment even more special is the kindness of the staff and the pilot. Thank you to Ali for his kindness and hospitality. This was my second experience with you, and I will definitely be back! ✨
Laura W.
April 27, 2026
An exceptional experience; seeing this magnificent city from above is breathtaking. What makes the moment even more special is the kindness of the staff and the pilot. Thank you to Ali for his kindness and hospitality. This was my second experience with you, and I will definitely be back! ✨
Laura W.
April 27, 2026