TourTruth score 9.5 out of 10
Photo 1 / 6
New York City Sunset Helicopter Tour 40 min
TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10
AverageTop 31% in New York City
23 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- New York City
- 40 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Watch the Statue of Liberty, Manhattan’s skyline, and city lights unfold on a 40-minute sunset helicopter flight from New Jersey.
About this tour
See New York City shift from golden hour to glittering night on a 40-minute helicopter flight. From Linden Airport in New Jersey, take to the sky for sweeping views of the Hudson River, Manhattan’s glass towers, and the city’s famous landmarks.
Look for the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Chrysler Building. The route also reveals the West Side skyline, the East River bridges, and Midtown and Lower Manhattan from a striking new angle. As the sun fades, watch the city lights flicker on beneath you. Floor-to-ceiling windows and live pilot narration bring the view into focus, while a climate-controlled cabin keeps the flight comfortable. A shuttle from Linden train station is available upon request.
This New York City Sunset Helicopter Tour pairs landmark views with the changing colors of dusk. Check in 50 minutes before departure with a valid photo ID, then settle in for a memorable look at the city from above. Book your New York City Sunset Helicopter Tour and catch the skyline at its most luminous.
Highlights
- Soar above New York as sunset gilds the skyline
- Spot the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and One World Trade Center
- Admire the Hudson River, East River bridges, and Manhattan towers
- Watch city lights sparkle as day turns to night
What's included
Included
- Shared helicopter flight
- Live pilot narration
- Floor-to-ceiling windows and climate-controlled cabin
- Shuttle transportation to and from Linden train station upon request
- Fuel surcharge
- Heliport landing and facility fees
Not included
- Gratuities
- Transportation to and from the airport
- Souvenir photos, available for purchase
- Food and drinks in the vehicle
Ratings on each provider
The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.
-
View on ViatorViator
4.94 / 5 · 16 reviews
-
View on GetYourGuideGetYourGuide
4.54 / 5 · 7 reviews
What reviewers mention
Themes that come up most in this tour's reviews.
Often praised
Important information
- Check in 50 minutes before your flight
- A current government-issued photo ID is required
- All passengers must sign a waiver before flying
- Flight departure times are approximate
Show 7 moreShow less
- Passengers over 275 lb (125 kg) are not permitted
- Request the complimentary shuttle from Linden train station in advance; the airport is a 10-minute drive away
- Complimentary lockers are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 2 ride free and must sit on an adult's lap
- Wheelchair accessible; transportation and all areas and surfaces are accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight?
The helicopter flight lasts 40 minutes.
Where does the Tour depart from?
The flight departs from Linden Airport in New Jersey. You can drive there or take NJ Transit from NY Penn Station to Linden train station.
Is shuttle transportation available?
A complimentary shuttle between Linden train station and the airport is available upon request. Request it in advance; the drive takes about 10 minutes.
What should I bring?
Bring a current, valid government-issued photo ID. All passengers must sign a waiver before flying.
Can infants and children join?
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 ride free and must sit on an adult's lap.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.94 on Viator and 4.54 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.4. Top 31% in New York City means it ranks in the top 31% of tours in New York City by this score.
Provider rating distribution in New York City
How many tours in New York City have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.
0
1000
2000
3000
4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
5.0
4.5
4.9
- GetYourGuide
- Viator
More Helicopter Tours in New York City
TourTruth score 9.5 out of 10
TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10
TourTruth score 8.8 out of 10
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.7 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10
from $406.12
on GetYourGuide · Viator $444