Enjoy stunning aerial views of iconic New York City landmarks on a 30 or 45-minute helicopter flight. See Central Park, Midtown Manhattan and more.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 30 - 45 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 5 participants

Highlights

Enjoy a sightseeing helicopter flight over New York City
See iconic sights such including Empire State Building, Central Park, Statue of Liberty and more
Choose between 30-minute and 45-minute flight options

Full description

Choose a 30 or 45-minute helicopter flight and lift off from Westchester Airport, reaching New York City airspace in just a few minutes. The skilled pilots will dazzle you with bird’s-eye views of Central Park and Midtown Manhattan. On the 30-minute tour, skilled pilots will dazzle you with amazing aerial views of Midtown Manhattan, Central Park, Hudson River, Yankee Stadium, outside of game times, and more. On the 45-minute tour, you’ll have views of the Downtown Manhattan/Statue of Liberty area as well, including the Freedom Tower, Financial District, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and Brooklyn Bridge. This is in addition to all sights seen on the 30-minute tour. Yankee Stadium is accessible outside game times only. In case of poor weather or aircraft maintenance, the operator will notify the customer at least 2 hours before the scheduled flight. Tours depart and arrive at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, New York, a relaxed, crowd-free location just outside NYC. It’s easily accessed by public transit, the Metro-North rail, and by car with free parking available.

Includes

New York City helicopter tour

Airport fee ($25 per person)

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Meeting point

Ross Aviation West hangar, 67 Tower Road, White Plains, NY 10604. The meeting point is easily accessible by the Metro-North train from Grand Central to White Plains station, then a quick taxi ride to the airport. The average travel time is 45-60 minutes.

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Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card

Not allowed

Smoking

Know before you go

Tours depart from Westchester County Airport in White Plains, a relaxed crowd-free location just outside NYC easily accessed by public transit (Metro-North rail from Grand Central Terminal) or car (free parking)
Maximum weight 250 lbs (113 kg) per passenger - subject to combined weight limits per helicopter (500 lbs or 226 kg in R44, 1000 lbs or 453 kg in AS350). Contact local partner for more information
Maximum height in R44 is 6 ft 3 in (192 cm)
Recommended to book for the first days of NYC visit, in case of schedule changes due to weather or maintenance
Flights must be confirmed with the local partner at the time of booking
This is not a private tour
Shared flights require a minimum of 2 passengers to operate and may be canceled if the minimum is not met
Children under 2 may ride on parent’s lap for free
Under 18s require parental or guardian consent

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 42 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.5/5
Transportation
3.7/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
5/5

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Good experience overall. We made the mistake of arriving too early, so would recommend arriving 15-30 mins before. The title of the trip states that you see the Statue of Liberty, however you got no where near it. Overall was a good experience and the views of New York are great.

December 7, 2019

Very friendly staff had to postpone very nice contact in advance because of the weather 2 times, but bright blue sky and great view directly over the Empire statebuilding and once around the statue of liberty. Plus a glimpse of the area around the New York capital, which means you can also see the outskirts of New York. Only recommendable!

October 20, 2019

The helicopter flight was just incredibly beautiful! Our pilot was very nice and explained a lot to us. We were very short of time at the airport, but were received very friendly and could even have a coffee. The helicopter was very comfortable and we even circled the Empire State Building three times so that everyone could take a selfie. The flight to New York was spectacular again at any time!

October 18, 2019

From Westchester: Shared Helicopter Tour over New York City

From Westchester: Shared Helicopter Tour over New York City

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