The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York | 12 minutes to 15 minutes

1758 Reviews | New York City
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Shared Helicopter Flight
2 Adults x $259.00
$518.00
Approx Total
$518.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Helicopter flight with shared experience among other travelers.
  • On-board live commentary and cabin with climate control.
  • Photos available for purchase as souvenirs.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • The heliport fee of $40 per person must be paid during check-in.

Overview

Experience the beauty of the New York Harbor including an up-close view of the Statue of Liberty on this helicopter ride over NY. If you think New York City is impressive from the ground, you haven't seen anything until you experience it from the air. Explore classic NYC landmarks including: One World Observatory, Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, Chelsea Piers, The Intrepid Museum, Central Park and Time Square.

Meeting points

Charm Aviation NYC- Downtown Manhattan Heliport 6 E River Piers, New York, NY 10004, USA

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Statue of Liberty (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Ellis Island (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • One World Trade Center (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Chrysler Building (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Central Park (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Times Square (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Empire State Building (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Intrepid Museum (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • MetLife Building (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Governors Island National Monument (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Rockefeller Center (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • New York Harbor (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • The Seaport (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Brooklyn Bridge (Pass By)

    Pass By

  • Manhattan Skyline (Pass By)

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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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • To ensure a timely departure, passengers are required to arrive at the heliport at least 30 minutes before their scheduled flight. For reservations after 4 PM, please account for heavy commuter traffic and allow at least 45 minutes for travel to the heliport to avoid late fees.
  • Passengers weighing over 275 lbs./124 kg. are required to buy an extra seat at 100% of the 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.
  • Passengers are required to undergo scanning by a metal detector.
  • All bags are subject to inspection. Free lockers are provided to store your belongings during the flight.
  • Helicopter window seats aren't guaranteed due to weight and balance factors.
  • No parking on site.

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

4.3

1758 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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  • 4 stars
    330
  • 3 stars
    126
  • 2 stars
    100
  • 1 star
    96

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 1106 reviews with 5 stars

Left me speechless

Published on Jan, 2025

A delayed 30th birthday present off of the best wife ever. Memories to last a life time, views that will stay with me forever, an absolute must do for anyone visiting New York.

Amazing helicopter trip, must do!

Published on Jan, 2025

Amazing trip, great guys running this! Let my daughter sit in the front as it was her bday. Pilot super friendly and knowledgeable, lots of info about new york given .

Amazing views

Published on Jan, 2025

First time me and my daughter have done this experience and we’ve been to New York 3 times this is by far one of the best experiences with amazing views of NYC can’t be beaten

THAT was Impressive

Published on Jan, 2025

The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York was truly an unforgettable experience! The views were absolutely breathtaking – seeing the iconic skyline, landmarks, and the city from above was nothing short of magical. The staff were incredibly friendly and professional, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. Their attention to detail and focus on safety made me feel completely at ease throughout the tour. This is a must-do for anyone visiting or even for locals wanting a unique perspective of the city. Highly recommend it for creating amazing memories!

Charm Aviation was 100%...

Published on Jan, 2025

Charm Aviation was 100% first rate on safety and experience. I took this tour with my grandson and he wound up in the front with our pilot. I couldn’t bVe picked a better experience for him. Every employee we dealt with was happy and polite and excited for us.

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