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15 Best Helicopter Tours In New York City

New York City’s best, in one place.

New York City’s 15 most popular helicopter tours, with what each one costs, how long it runs and where you actually book it.

15 Best Helicopter Tours In New York City

New York City: Manhattan Helicopter Tour - Downtown Heliport Basics: Pier 6 and Getting Checked In Smoothly
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New York City: Manhattan Helicopter Tour

The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York - The Flight Route: One World Trade Center to Central Park
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The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York

3.The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York

Fly 12–15 minutes over New York’s big sights from Battery Park to Midtown and Central Park, with live pilot commentary and tight logistics.

4.5

“Fantastic way to see New Yorks landmarks from the air. Very smooth operation and felt in good hands. Only negative was the additional $120 when we got to the Helipad. This was not made clear when initial booking.”

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Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight - The aircraft and cabin reality (where comfort meets physics)
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Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight

5.Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight

Take a short Bell 407 helicopter flight from Pier 6 for small-group Manhattan views, including the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

4.5

“My family and I really enjoyed the ride and views that we could get from the helicopter. We’ve done a similar experience in Alaska and while the flight is very short, it gives a perspective that you can’t get any other way. (You just have to keep in mind the cost of running a heliport,…”

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NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan Highlights (Heliport fees Incl.) - Price and Value: Why $322 Feels Expensive (and Still Makes Sense)
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NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan Highlights (Heliport fees Incl.)

6.NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan Highlights (Heliport fees Incl.)

A 12–15 minute small-group helicopter over Manhattan’s icons with floor-to-ceiling windows, live pilot commentary, and included heliport fees.

5.0

“The experience itself was nice however the booking process was a nightmare- we booked through Trip Advisor however the service provider had different schedules so when we booked 9:30 am I called them to confirm and they said we don’t have a 9:30 am slot!!! So we had to cancel and refund the ticket, then…”

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NY Helicopter Tour: Ultimate NYC Sightseeing (Heliport fees Incl) - Seats, Weight Limits, and That Big Safety Feeling
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NY Helicopter Tour: Ultimate NYC Sightseeing (Heliport fees Incl)

New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour - Governor’s Island to Statue of Liberty: the shot you came for
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New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour

8.New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour

18–20 minute helicopter view of Manhattan: Statue of Liberty up close, Ground Zero, Midtown towers, Central Park, and Ellis Island.

4.5

“well organised trip and we were accommodated for an earlier ride as we checked in earlier than expected. The pilot was very good and provided a smooth ride, however we were unable to hear him through our headphones. This was an issue for all the passengers in the helicopter.”

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NY Helicopter Tour: New York City Skyline (Heliport fees Incl) - What 25–30 Minutes Feels Like in Practice
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NY Helicopter Tour: New York City Skyline (Heliport fees Incl)

The Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York City - Seating, Safety, and the Cabin Setup
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The Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York City

NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan & Brooklyn (Heliport Fees Incl.) - Windows, narration, and the “seat issue” you can’t ignore
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NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan & Brooklyn (Heliport Fees Incl.)

From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples - The Flight Itself: A Map in the Sky Over Manhattan
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From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples

12.From Westchester: NYC Private Helicopter Tour for Couples

Take a private Robinson R44 helicopter ride for couples over Manhattan from White Plains, with day, sunset, or evening flight options.

4.9

“It was a bit far from the city so of course the tour was just on upper manhattan. Getting there was pretty easy anyway and the tour was breathtaking. First time in NyC and first time in a helicopter”

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New York City Grand Island Helicopter Tour - The 25–30 minute flight loop: what you’ll see from the cockpit side
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New York City Grand Island Helicopter Tour

13.New York City Grand Island Helicopter Tour

See NYC from above on a 25–30 minute helicopter loop. Close views of Liberty, skyline highlights, and small-group flying from downtown.

4.0

“Everyone should take this tour! Just when I thought I had seen it all -- after living here for 15 years -- seeing NYC by helicopter was a delightful surprise. The ride was smooth and professional. A little cramped, but you soon forget that once you're treated to the views. Highly recommend!”

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Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour - Price and logistics you should plan for (so it doesn’t sting)
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Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour

14.Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour

A short, high-impact helicopter hop over Manhattan’s top landmarks, with a rare northward reach and flexible daily departures.

4.5

“A staff member stood at a table and ate breakfast, totally unprofessional. We arrived early and they put us on the next flight to fill the helicopter with 4 other large males. We had to pay extra at the office instead of it being included in the price, poor management, wonder how much of the…”

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