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    NYC Helicopter Tour Over Statue of Liberty & Coney Island

    See NYC from above on a 25–30 minute helicopter flight to Coney Island

    4.4 stars• 412 reviews

    Duration

    25-30 Minutes

    Includes

    Helicopter flight, NYC views

    Highlights

    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.

    • Fly over the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
    • Track the skyline past One World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial Site
    • Look down on the Brooklyn Bridge, Wall Street, and Battery Park
    • Continue south to Coney Island Beach and Amusement Park
    • Cross above the Verrazano Bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn
    • Scan uptown for Central Park, Times Square, and the Empire State Building

    Things to know

    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.

    Cancellation Policy

    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.

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    FAQs

    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).

    Meeting details

    6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004

    Experience provided by Helicopter Tours NYC

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    4 Passengers

    $459.03

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    5 Passengers

    $2,295.15

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    6 Passengers

    $2,754.18

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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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