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New York Helicopter Tour: City Lights Skyline Experience

Overview
See New York City’s amazing skyline lit up in a perspective normally reserved for private charters! This unique experience starts at Linden Municipal Airport, in Linden, NJ in one of Helicopter Flight Services’ 6-passenger Bell407 helicopters or 7-passenger high-visibility Airbus EC130T2 helicopters.

The journey begins by flying past Newark International Airport or Staten Island towards Manhattan. En route to the New York Harbor, views of the illuminated Statue of Liberty will awe before viewing the skyscrapers of the Financial District. Flying north along the Hudson River, guests will catch a glimpse of the Empire State Building, as well as Madison Square Garden, Hudson Yards, Chelsea, The West Village, SOHO and TRIBECA. 9/11 Memorial and One World are also in view.

Guests will fly the length of Central Park, glimpsing Yankee Stadium before turning around at the top of Manhattan! They will fly above the George Washington Bridge, one of the busiest bridges in the world.
City: New York City
Mon 23 Dec
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Starting at $274.00
Mon 23 Dec
Starting at $274.00
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What's Included
Heliport Landing and Facility Fees
Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
Fuel surcharge
Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs may be unable to fly. If passengers require a seat belt extender they will not be able to attend.
  • A current valid government issued photo ID is required on the day of travel
  • All bags are subject to inspection. Only camera, cell phone and sunglasses can be brought aboard. Complimentary lockers are available to hold belongings while flying
  • Please note: is a 10 minute drive to Linden Airport from the station, passengers can order either Uber, Lyft or use the local taxi service
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 must sit in an adults lap at no charge.
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • We will demonstrate how life preservers are worn and you will put your own life preserver on. You will place your own belongings into complimentary lockers. Headsets will be provided without microphones and will be disinfected between flights. You will have the option to use disposable earplugs.
What To Expect
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Chrysler Building
Fly past the Chrysler Building.
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Empire State Building
Fly past the Empire State Building
3
TriBeCa
Fly past TiBeCa
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SoHo
Fly past Soho
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West Village
Fly past the West Village
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Columbus Circle
Fly past Columbus Circle.
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Central Park
Fly above Central Park.
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Statue of Liberty
Fly past the Statue of Liberty
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The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Fly past The National 9/11 Memorial
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One World Trade Center
Fly past the One World Trade Center
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Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex
Fly past Chelsea Piers
12
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Fly past the Intrepid
13
Times Square
Fly past Times Square
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Central Park
Fly past Central Park
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Columbia University
Pass by Columbia University
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Yankee Stadium
Glimpse the Yankee Stadium from about the Hudson River
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George Washington Bridge
Fly over the George Washington Bridge
Show 14 more stops
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveler Photos
Reviews (182)
Ike T
Oct 2018
Everything was organized very good. Safety instruction, good helicopters with an excellence view to take beautful pictures. The pilot also did a very good job and flew very quit and gave good info during the flight. What a terrific skyline New York has.
Claire L
Sep 2018
There are no words adequate to describe our night ride, taken last week. It was just the most phenomenal experience from start to finish. Fabulous staff, especially the pilot, Cristina, who could not have been more professional. We will never to our dying day forget the views and the proximity to Manhattan. Just do it!
allie g
Apr 2018
Absolutely stunning view of the Manhattan skyline! When we booked the tour, we were given clear and explicit instructions on how to get the Linden where we were told a shuttle would pick us up. Before the day of our flight, we got a call from a nice gentlemen confirming our reservation and train schedule. It was the first time I've been on a helicopter but Steven made it the worst(best) experience for me and placed me in the front to get over my fear of heights! Joe the pilot was funny and enthusiastic and was a great commentator throughout the tour. I was in shock when he asked if we were ready for the sky diving tour, but i realized it was a joke! After the tour was over, Steven drove us and everyone that waiting for the shuttle back to the station and that concluded out night. Thank you so much for this once in a life time experience!
Response from Host
May 2018
Hi Allie, So happy to hear that Steven and Joe helped you got over your fear and helped you enjoy your flight! Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience with us on Tripadvisor.

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