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New York Helicopter Tour: Manhattan and Brooklyn 30 min

TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10

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393 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Fly over Manhattan and Brooklyn on a shared 25–30-minute helicopter tour with live commentary and landmark views.

About this tour

See New York City unfold beneath you on a helicopter flight over Manhattan and Brooklyn. From the downtown heliport, take off above the harbor and enjoy sweeping views through floor-to-ceiling windows as live commentary points out the city’s landmarks.

The route passes the Statue of Liberty, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and the Verrazzano Bridge before continuing toward Manhattan’s northern tip. Look for the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park from above, with the skyline stretching out around you. The shared flight includes heliport fees and fuel surcharge, and the climate-controlled cabin keeps the ride comfortable. At 25–30 minutes, this New York Helicopter Tour offers a memorable way to see several famous sights in a short time.

Arrive 30 minutes before departure with a valid government-issued photo ID. Book your New York Helicopter Tour and take in the city from a fresh perspective.

Highlights

  • Admire the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park from above
  • Fly past Brooklyn, Staten Island, and the Verrazzano Bridge
  • Hear live commentary during a shared helicopter flight
  • Take in floor-to-ceiling views of the Manhattan skyline

What's included

Included

  • Shared helicopter flight
  • Heliport landing and facility fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Live commentary on board
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Climate-controlled cabin

Not included

  • Souvenir photos, available for purchase
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Check in 30 minutes before your flight at the downtown Manhattan heliport
  • Bring a current, valid government-issued photo ID
  • All bags are subject to inspection; complimentary lockers are available
  • All passengers must sign a waiver before flying
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  • Children must be accompanied by an adult; children under 2 sit on an adult’s lap at no charge
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Passengers over 275 lbs may be unable to fly due to aircraft comfort and weight balance; passengers who need a seat belt extender cannot attend
  • Flight departure times are approximate
  • Wheelchair accessible; service animals are allowed

Frequently asked questions

How long is the helicopter flight?

The flight lasts approximately 25–30 minutes.

Which landmarks will I see?

The route passes the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square, Central Park, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and the Verrazzano Bridge.

When should I arrive?

Check in 30 minutes before your scheduled flight time at the downtown Manhattan heliport.

Is the flight shared with other travelers?

Yes. This is a shared helicopter flight.

What identification is required?

Bring a current, valid government-issued photo ID. All passengers must also sign a waiver before flying.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.79 on Viator and 5.00 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 6.9.

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