Private Group Helicopter Tour of New York City
Fly the skies with family or friends over Central Park, Statue of Liberty, Yankee Stadium and more
Searching for the ultimate NYC experience for your family or group? How about flying by the Big Apple’s most famous sites in your own private Airbus helicopter! You’ll be picked up in Manhattan for a drive north to Westchester where your experienced private pilot will take you on a 45-minute journey over the city. Get a whole new perspective on iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, George Washington Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty, as you enjoy a real piece of the VIP lifestyle!
- Take to the skies above New York!
- Get a birds-eye view of the city
- Central Park, Times Square, Statue of Liberty & more
- The best way to see the Big Apple!
Your experience starts with pickup from your Manhattan accommodation, and your private driver for the drive to Westchester County Airport, just 45 minutes away. Here, you’ll meet your private pilot then take off in your Airbus AS350 that heads back towards New York City.
This 45-minute flight gives you a unique perspective on the city, flying south over the famous island city of Manhattan and all the way down to the Financial District and the Statue of Liberty. You flight ends back in Westchester, where your private driver will be waiting to take you back to the city.
Private Group Helicopter Tour Description
Your tour and flight includes:
Private round-trip transportation to Westchester from Manhattan hotels
45-minute private NYC aerial tour in a 6-seater Airbus helicopter
Fly over famous city sites including Times Square, Central Park, Yankee Stadium, and Statue of Liberty
Friendly, experienced pilot
A unique New York experience for friends and family groups!
Please note that an additional airport fee of $35 per person must be paid locally.
From Manhattan to Westchester County Airport
With comfortable round-trip transportation included from Manhattan to the Westchester Airport, your experience begins in style! You’ll be greeted by your experienced private pilot, and soon you’ll be taking to the skies in your six-passenger Airbus helicopter.
New York City by Private Helicopter
After taking off, you'll fly south and minutes later you’ll enter NYC airspace with the iconic Manhattan skyline coming ever closer. Soon you’ll begin to see the iconic landmarks of New York from a whole new angle, and your pilot will point out the famous sites to make sure that nobody misses a thing.
Your 45-minute route shows you a birds-eye view of Midtown Manhattan, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Harlem, Yankee Stadium, and the George Washington Bridge. Continuing south towards the Financial District, you’ll see Battery Park, Freedom Tower, Ellis Island, and head over the bay to see the Lady Liberty herself!
This is an experience that everyone in your family or group will remember forever, and you’ll have plenty of photos to commemorate the day. After landing, your private driver will be waiting to take you back to the city.
What you get with this tour
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Please dress according to the weather and bring an extra layer in case you need it during the flight.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
No, it is run by one of our trusted and vetted partners in New York.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, wheelchair users can join this tour. Please contact us after booking so that the necessary arrangements can be made.
Is this tour ever cancelled due to weather?
Yes, if it is deemed unsafe to fly then the tour will be cancelled and you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
What to bring?
Please dress according to the weather and bring an extra layer in case you need it during the flight.
Can I bring my kids?
Of course! Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 2 years old fly at no cost if they can safely fit on parent's lap.
Does the tour route ever change?
Yes. Routes are subject to change based on weather, air traffic control, and temporary flight restrictions such as game day at the Yankee Stadium.
Is there a weight restriction for this tour?
Yes. The total weight of all passengers must not exceed 1000 lbs (453 kg).
Are there any additional fees?
Yes. A $35 per person airport fee is payable locally. Up to 2 passengers can join the flight for an additional fee, also to be paid locally.
Are there any additional fees?
Yes. A $35 per person airport fee is payable locally.
What if I'm not staying in Manhattan for hotel pick-up?
This tour only offers transportation from Manhattan. Otherwise, you can meet your pilot at the Westchester Airport .
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