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    NYC Night Helicopter Tour From New Jersey

    See the Manhattan skyline at night on a 20–25 minute helicopter flight from New Jersey

    4.4 stars• 412 reviews

    Duration

    20-25 Minutes

    Includes

    Helicopter flight, Skyline views

    Highlights

    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.

    • Depart from Essex County Airport in Fairfield, New Jersey
    • Fly by the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
    • See One World Trade Center, Chrysler Building, and Empire State Building
    • Look for Times Square, Chelsea Piers, and The Intrepid
    • Choose an evening time slot Monday–Sunday, 6pm–10:00pm

    Things to know

    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.

    Cancellation Policy

    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

    FAQs

    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.

    Meeting details

    Zip Aviation Essex County Airport, 27 Wright Way, Fairfield, NJ 07004

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    NYC Skyline Helicopter Tour

    $294.25

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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.

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    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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