See NYC from above on a 25–30 minute helicopter flight to Coney Island
25-30 Minutes
Helicopter flight, NYC views
Take a 25–30 minute helicopter tour that flies south past Liberty Harbor to Coney Island, then returns north over downtown Manhattan. Spot major landmarks along the way, including Central Park, the Verrazano Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty.
A mandatory $40 per person Heliport Fee is required. No bags are allowed onboard. Maximum weight is 300 lb (136 kg) per passenger; passengers 250 lb (113 kg) or more must purchase an additional seat.
Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your scheduled flight time. Cancellations within 24 hours of departure time and no-shows incur 100% of tour charges. Late arrivals handled case-by-case. Same-day heliport reservations forfeit the right to cancel after payment.
Product ID: 2DRNKZ
Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled flight time.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for each passenger. The credit or debit cardholder must be present at check-in and show the card used to purchase the tour; it must match the cardholder’s photo ID.
Pay a mandatory $40 per person heliport fee. If it was not collected at booking, you will pay it at check-in (cash or credit card accepted).
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.
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.
Ilhan Gözübüyük
September 1, 2026
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.
Ilhan Gözübüyük
September 1, 2026
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