See the Manhattan skyline at night on a 20–25 minute helicopter flight from New Jersey
20-25 Minutes
Helicopter flight, Skyline views
Take off from Essex County Airport in New Jersey and fly past Manhattan’s night skyline in just 20–25 minutes. Spot landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Times Square from above.
No bags are allowed onboard; token-operated lockers are available for $2 per token. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, and the credit or debit cardholder must be present at check-in with the card used to book. If your flight does not meet minimum passengers, your departure time may be adjusted, and routes may change for safety or restrictions.
Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your scheduled flight time. Within 24 hours or no-shows incur 100% of tour charges. Reservations made at the heliport the day of the tour cannot be canceled after payment. Late arrivals handled case-by-case.
Product ID: 5B3T5U
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for each passenger (passport, driver’s license, or state ID). The credit or debit cardholder must be present at check-in with the card used to book, and the card must match the cardholder’s photo ID.
If you weigh 250 lbs (113 kg) or more, you must purchase an additional seat. The maximum weight per passenger is 300 lbs (136 kg).
No bags are allowed onboard. You can bring cell phones, tablets, smartphones, cameras, and sunglasses (except Galaxy Note 7). Token-operated lockers are available at the heliport for an extra charge of $2 per token.
Zip Aviation Essex County Airport, 27 Wright Way, Fairfield, NJ 07004
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.
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