New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey | 30 minutes to 35 minutes

70 Reviews | New York City
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Skyline Tour
2 Adults x $274.00
$548.00
Approx Total
$548.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Helicopter flight with shared experience among other travelers
  • On-board live commentary and cabin with climate control
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Overview

See breathtaking views of New York City as you fly into the city from Essex County Airport in New Jersey. Essex County airport in New Jersey is accessible by a 45-minute taxi ride from Midtown or via public transportation from the Port Authority Building in NYC on 42nd Street. Sit back for the ride of your life on your 30–35-minute journey showcasing iconic landmarks like the American Dream Mall and Metlife Stadium before reaching the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, and more. A once in a lifetime experience you are sure to never stop talking about!

Meeting points

Approx a 45-minute taxi ride from Midtown Manhattan or accessible via public transportation from the Port Authority Building in NYC on 42nd Street via the Lakeland Bus Company.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Statue of Liberty (Pass By)

    See from your helicopter flight

  • Ellis Island (Pass By)

    See from your helicopter flight

  • One World Observatory (Pass By)

    See from your helicopter flight

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Empire State Building (Pass By)

    See from your helicopter flight

  • Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Intrepid Museum (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Central Park (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Times Square / Theater District (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Columbia University (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Yankee Stadium (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • George Washington Bridge (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • Brooklyn (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • MetLife Stadium (Pass By)

    Pass by

  • American Dream (Pass By)

    Pass by

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • To ensure timely departure, passengers must arrive at the heliport at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled flight time. For reservations scheduled after 4 PM, please consider heavy commuter traffic and allow yourself at least 90 minutes of travel time to reach the heliport.
  • Passengers exceeding 275 lbs./124 kg. will be required to purchase an additional seat at 100% of the applicable retail price. Due to weight restrictions seat assignments cannot be guaranteed.
  • A valid photo identification, such as a passport or driver's license, is required and match reservation.
  • Must walk through a metal detector.
  • All bags are subject to inspection. Complimentary lockers are available to hold belongings while flying
  • Helicopter window seats aren't guaranteed due to weight and balance factors.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.4

70 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    50
  • 4 stars
    12
  • 3 stars
    1
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 50 reviews with 5 stars

1st Time NYC

Published on Jun, 2023

If you go to NY you must do this tour, staff were very helpful and knowledgable, pilot was amazing and we felt very safe

amazing

Published on Sep, 2020

super smooth flight. the crew very friendly.you can take great photos from the aircraft. at different angles, an experience that I would certainly share again. I recommend it 1000%

So FUN.

Published on Aug, 2020

The pilot Tony, he was super cool. He spent time to answer all my questions. I appreciated his knowledge and personality

A must when visiting NYC

Published on Mar, 2020

Picked up by XL limosine! Contact was easy. The flight was breathtaking. It was possible to store (large) luggage at the heliform. The flight was smooth en the views were excellent. Absolutely recommended!!

The whole thing

Published on Mar, 2020

Had a brilliant experience and the guys employed there we so friendly accommodating and had a great knowledge of the city. Had a great laugh too

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