New York Helicopter Tour: City Lights Skyline Experience

439 Reviews4.82 out of 5 stars Based on 439 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | New York City, USA

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25 to 30 minutes (Approx.)
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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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

HeliNY - Linden Airport, Main Terminal Linden Municipal Airport, 1101 W Edgar Rd, Linden, NJ 07036, USA

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Check-in is 50 minutes before your flight time. Passengers can drive to Linden Airport or take a train from NY Penn Station via NJ Transit.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Description

Pass By: TriBeCa, New York City, New York

Fly past TiBeCa

Pass By: SoHo, South of Houston Street, New York City, New York 10022

Fly past Soho

Pass By: West Village, New York City, New York

Fly past the West Village

Pass By: Columbus Circle, Broadway & 59th Street, New York City, New York 10019

Fly past Columbus Circle.

Pass By: Central Park, 59th to 110th Street, Manhattan Borough, from Central Park West to 5th Avenue, New York City, New York 10022

Fly above Central Park.

Pass By: Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, New York City, New York 10004

Fly past the Statue of Liberty

Pass By: The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum, 180 Greenwich St, World Trade Center, New York City, New York 10007

Fly past The National 9/11 Memorial

Pass By: One World Trade Center, 285 Fulton St, New York City, New York 10007

Fly past the One World Trade Center

Pass By: Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex, Hudson River, Piers 59-62, Between 17th And 23rd Streets, New York City, New York 10011

Fly past Chelsea Piers

Pass By: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, 12th Avenue & 46th Street, Pier 86, New York City, New York 10036

Fly past the Intrepid

Pass By: Times Square, Broadway, New York City, New York 10036

Fly past Times Square

Pass By: Central Park, New York City, New York

Fly past Central Park

Pass By: Columbia University, 116th Street, New York City, New York 10027

Pass by Columbia University

Pass By: Yankee Stadium, 161st Street and River Avenue, Take the D or the 4 Subway uptown to the 161st St Yankee Stadium stop, Bronx, New York 10451

Glimpse the Yankee Stadium from about the Hudson River

Pass By: George Washington Bridge, 179th Street and Riverside Drive, New York City, New York 10033

Fly over the George Washington Bridge

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 25 to 30 minutes (Approx.)
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • Heliport Landing and Facility Fees
  • Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

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.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-18421P4

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Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 439 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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