Quick Details
Per Passenger
$ 279
Heliport Fee
$ 40
See more of Manhattan from the sky on the Deluxe New York City Helicopter Tour. This extended sightseeing flight includes the unforgettable harbor views of the Classic Tour, then continues north toward Midtown for a dramatic aerial look at the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the dense architectural skyline that defines New York City.
The flight begins with cinematic views of the harbor, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Lower Manhattan. Then the experience shifts. As your helicopter moves beyond the harbor corridor and toward Midtown, the skyline rises around you in a dramatic architectural canyon of towers, landmarks, and unmistakable New York energy.
From Historic Harbor Views to the Heart of Manhattan
The Deluxe Tour adds a powerful second act to your New York helicopter experience. First, take in the city’s historic harbor and waterfront icons. Then continue toward Midtown, where the Empire State Building, Central Park, and Manhattan’s skyscrapers create the classic aerial view most visitors imagine when they picture New York from above.
This transition from open harbor views to dense Midtown skyline is often one of the most memorable moments of the flight. It is the point where the tour becomes more than sightseeing, it becomes the full Manhattan experience.
Sights Include:
- Statue of Liberty
- Ellis Island
- One World Trade Center
- 9/11 Memorial
- Battery Park
- Financial District
- Empire State Building
- Chrysler Building
- Times Square
- Central Park
- U.S.S. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
- Grant’s Tomb
- Columbia University
- George Washington Bridge
- Harlem
- Spuyten Duyvil Bridge
- Palisades Cliff
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Disclaimer:
Enjoy free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your scheduled flight time.
Please note, this tour includes a $40 per person heliport fee due at check-in, as mandated by the Downtown Manhattan Heliport.
Same day bookings are non-refundable. Cancellations made after 24 hours of departure or no-shows will be charged 100% of the flight cost.
Late arrivals are addressed on a case-by-case basis depending on seating and aircraft availability. Passengers may be scheduled to fly at any time between their assigned check-in time and their booked tour time. Actual flight times may vary based on operational needs, weather conditions, and passenger flow. Reservations made at the heliport the day of the tour forfeit the right to cancel after payment has been made. The maximum weight is 300 pounds (136 kilograms) per passenger. Passengers weighing over 250lbs, or 113 kg must purchase an additional seat. The scheduled duration of tours varies based on flight routing, airspace restrictions, and weather conditions.
Manhattan Helicopters reserves the right to amend flight paths for safety without giving notice to passengers. Flight routes are altered during Yankee home games to avoid restricted airspace. All passengers must pass through a metal detector security screening and present a valid government-issued ID for security purposes. Prices are subject to change without notice. Manhattan Helicopters reserves the right to refuse boarding to passengers or upgrade passengers at any time. Manhattan Helicopters reserves the right to alter or terminate any flights due to any circumstance including weather, security, maintenance, emergencies, aircraft availability, or acts of God.
Narrated audio language selection is not guaranteed and is based on availability. Should more than 2 languages be requested on the same flight, the audio commentary may default to English. Due to the unpredictable nature of technical difficulties, we cannot provide assurance for the audio functionality of the headsets.
For security and fraud prevention purposes, passengers must present a valid government-issued photo ID and the credit card used for the booking at check-in. Passengers who are unable to provide the required documentation may be denied boarding.
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Manhattan Helicopters offers audio narration in Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, and English. Please note that if more than two languages are requested on one flight, the commentary may default to English.
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The Deluxe Tour includes the essential harbor and skyline views featured on the Classic Tour, then extends the experience with views of Midtown Manhattan, the Empire State Building, and Central Park. It is a strong option for guests who want a fuller aerial look at New York City.
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The Deluxe Tour adds one of the most dramatic parts of the NYC helicopter experience: the transition from open harbor views to Midtown’s dense skyline. As the route continues north, passengers see the city shift from historic waterfront landmarks to the architectural heart of Manhattan.