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New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour 20 min

TourTruth score 5.2 out of 10

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942 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Soar above Manhattan on an 18–20-minute helicopter flight with bird’s-eye views of New York City’s world-famous landmarks.

About this tour

See Manhattan from a fresh perspective on a scenic helicopter flight above New York City. In 18–20 minutes, soar over the skyline and take in bird’s-eye views of the city’s world-famous landmarks. This New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour offers a memorable way to appreciate the scale and energy of the city from above.

Your flight departs from Zip Aviation on Pier 6. Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled time with a government-issued ID or passport for every passenger, including children. Flight times are approximate and may shift with weather, weight restrictions, and operational needs. Audio commentary may be available in different languages, but language selection is not guaranteed.

The $40 per-person heliport fee is included for bookings made on or after March 2, 2026; earlier bookings pay it at check-in. Passengers over 250 lb (113 kg) need to purchase an additional seat, and the maximum weight is 300 lb (136 kg) per passenger. Plan ahead, arrive on time, and enjoy New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour views from high above the streets.

Highlights

  • Soar above Manhattan for sweeping skyline views
  • Spot New York’s world-famous landmarks from the air
  • Take in the city from a memorable bird’s-eye perspective

What's included

Included

  • 18–20-minute helicopter tour in New York City
  • All taxes and fees
  • $40 per-person heliport fee

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to and from the heliport

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Important information

  • Infants 24 months and younger must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Passengers must bring a government-issued ID or passport, including children
  • Check in 45 minutes before the scheduled flight; late arrival may mean longer waits or forfeiture
  • Passengers over 250 lb (113 kg) must purchase an additional seat directly from the operator; maximum weight is 300 lb (136 kg) per passenger
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  • Flight times are approximate and may change due to weather, weight restrictions, and operational needs
  • Audio language selection depends on availability and is not guaranteed; commentary may default to English
  • Wheelchair accessible, but passengers must transfer to a helicopter seat and sit with legs bent; notify the operator of mobility needs in advance
  • For flights purchased before March 2, 2026, the $40 per-person heliport fee is payable at check-in
  • Meet at Zip Aviation on Pier 6; use the listed address for navigation, as other routes may lead to Chelsea Piers

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.44 on Viator and 4.80 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 5.2.

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