Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight in New York City booking from $217.36

Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight

Overview

Make your stay in New York City a memorable one by taking to the Manhattan skies for an exciting helicopter tour of New York City that departs from Downtown Manhattan. We offer state of the art Bell 407 aircraft!

Don't get fooled by low prices and outdated aircraft offered by our competitors that only fly out of New Jersey. Our New York City Helicopter tours offer spectacular aerial views of Manhattan. This memorable 12-15 minute flight will take you past the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, New York's financial district of Wall Street, and the humbling sight of Ground Zero. Catch a glimpse of the magnificent Empire State Building and historic Ellis Island for a truly birds-eye view of New York City!

City: New York City

Sat 16 Nov

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What's Included

12-15-minute Helicopter tour

Local taxes

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Helicopter seating is based on a 4- or 6-passenger helicopter, whichever is available at the time of your tour
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 250lbs (113kgs) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour. 300-lb (136kg) maximum weight per passenger.
All passengers including children must have ID/Passport or you may be denied your flight
Please note, audio language selection is not guaranteed and is based on availability. Should more than 2 languages be requested on the same flight, the audio commentary may default to English
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

What To Expect

Zip Aviation - Helicopter Tours & Charters

ZIP AVIATION offers helicopter tours of New York City and private charter services from NYC to the entire Northeast United States. Three different helicopter tours of NYC are available, ranging from 15 to 30 minutes in length. Visit our location where you will watch a safety video and meet our team.

Governors Island National Monument

This former Dutch governor's estate, former military fort and former Coast Guard command post now enjoys its old age as a historic monument where you can take the occasional tour.

Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886, designated as a National Monument in 1924 and restored for her centennial on July 4, 1986.

New York Harbor

Stretching from The Battery at the southern tip of Manhattan into three other boroughs, and beyond the Verrazano Narrows Bridge to the coast of New Jersey, the National Parks of New York Harbor includes 12 national park sites and affiliated areas with 24 natural, historic and recreational locations. These special places tell the story of America and its leading city, from the nation's early defenses to its first step as a new democracy, from the waves of immigrants to the rise of a commercial powerhouse unrivaled in the world. They include powerful international icons and places of extraordinary beauty where you can experience our history and natural heritage on the land and on the water.

Manhattan Skyline

See the skyscrapers of the New York City skyline.

Lower Manhattan

See Downtown Manhattan from the Sky

Empire State Building

Soaring 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan from base to antenna, the Empire State Building is the World's Most Famous Office Building. Named America's favorite building in a poll conducted by the American Institute of Architects, the Empire State Building is one of New York City's top tourist destinations.

Ellis Island

Where over 20 million immigrants were processed during over sixty years of operation

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a nonprofit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world's fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (742)

jadvphd

Oct 2019

So I happened to wander by their location on the east river and was intrigued. I’ve never been in a helicopter and was a bit apprehensive at first but it was well worth getting over that for the amazing views. Our pilot Sean?!? Was super friendly and there was a large French group he noticed was struggling with the narration so he flipped on the French translation for them. Very thoughtful. The team at zip made everything smooth and emphasized safety. The helicopter seemed well maintained and clean with clean windows making pic taking really nice. The only low points were to $2 locker use fee... for 15 minutes of storage 😡 if you’re offering a $200-$300 tourist attraction that last 15-30 mins don’t stick it to your customers for a few extra bucks!

Response from Host

Nov 2019

Hello jadvphd, Thank you for your review. Walk-in customers are always welcome! We only ask that you be flexible with your time as we may require you to come back (or wait) until the next available slots open up. We will forward to our Management Team your comment about the $2 locker fee. Cheers!

MiriamA1421

Oct 2019

We absolutely loved every second. The people, the pilot, the experience.... Highly recommended! Because of weather conditions, the trip had to be rearranged in order for us to enjoy it and to make it safe. They were professionals, flexible and incredibly helpful. The 15min tour is enough to see the statue of Liberty and skyline of Manhattan closely with a brief tour of each thing. Very spacious, illuminated and clear views.

Response from Host

Nov 2019

Hello MiriamA1421, Thank you for your review and your recommendation! Weather is a factor we can't control and we thank you for your flexibility. When weather becomes a factor, we try our best to reschedule everybody to their preferred new date and time. Cheers!

Cherwell3

Oct 2019

Yes it's expensive at around £200 per head all in with taxes and photos but it's simply the best view of Manhattan you'll ever get! We booked this a few days before leaving the UK as a special 21st birthday treat for our son and it didn't disappoint. You have to phone to confirm attendance the day before your flight and there is an airport style security check in but it was all very efficient and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The flight is only around 20 minutes but you get to see all of the Manhattan attractions from the air, worth doing as a once in a lifetime experience.

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Hello Cherwell3, Thank you for your review. Great to hear that you had an unforgettable experience! You are correct, we require that you confirm your Tour 24-48 hrs prior to your scheduled flight so we can give you the latest updates like last minute Temporary Flight Restrictions due to weather or if the President is in Town. You can confirm via a phone call or even email. This will ensure you'll have a smooth, stress-free check-in. Cheers!

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