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    NYC Helicopter Tour Over Statue of Liberty & Central Park

    See NYC landmarks from the air on a 12–15 minute helicopter flight

    4.4 stars• 412 reviews

    Duration

    12-15 minutes

    Includes

    Helicopter tour, NYC sights

    Highlights

    Lift off from Downtown Manhattan and take in skyline views on a 12–15 minute helicopter tour. Fly past the Statue of Liberty and follow the Hudson River up to Central Park before returning to Pier 6.

    • Take off from Downtown Manhattan and fly a 12–15 minute route
    • Spot the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the air
    • Pass One World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial
    • Fly by the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and Times Square
    • Follow the Hudson River up to Central Park before turning back
    • Plan for a mandatory $40 per person heliport fee

    Things to know

    Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled flight time and bring a valid government-issued photo ID. No bags are allowed onboard; lockers are available at the heliport (tokens cost $2). Maximum weight is 300 lb (136 kg); 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. Cancellations within 24 hours of departure and no-shows incur 100% of tour charges. Reservations made at the heliport the day of the tour cannot be canceled after payment.

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    FAQs

    Plan for a mandatory $40 per person heliport fee required by the Downtown Manhattan Heliport. If it was not collected at booking, you pay it at check-in (cash or credit card).

    Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for each passenger. Bring the photo ID of the person who paid and the payment card used to book; the cardholder must be present at check-in and the card must match their ID.

    No. You can bring small personal items like a phone, tablet, camera, and sunglasses onboard, but you cannot bring bags. Token-operated lockers are available at the heliport (tokens cost $2).

    Meeting details

    6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004

    Experience provided by Helicopter Tours NYC

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    $319.93

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    3 Passengers

    $959.79

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    4 Passengers

    $1,279.72

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    Review summary

    4.4
    Very Good
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    What an amazing experience and great helpful team with a smile especially Mr Ali. From all the attractions in Manhattan this is by far the best. Thank you to all those involved. Definitely recommend it and I would do it again when I had a chance.

    Photo of Ilhan Gözübüyük

    Ilhan Gözübüyük

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    What an amazing experience and great helpful team with a smile especially Mr Ali. From all the attractions in Manhattan this is by far the best. Thank you to all those involved. Definitely recommend it and I would do it again when I had a chance.

    Photo of Ilhan Gözübüyük

    Ilhan Gözübüyük

    September 1, 2026

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