easy
25-30 minutes
Minimal physical exertion required; participants should be able to sit and remain alert throughout the flight.
Take the pilot’s seat on a thrilling helicopter flight over New York City with Helicopter Tours NYC’s Grand Island Tour. See landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Verrazano Bridge, and Coney Island from an unbeatable vantage point.
Starting at $389 • Tour Length: 25-30 minutes
Experience the thrill of flying your own helicopter on a breathtaking tour over New York City! Soar past iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazano Bridge, and enjoy stunning views of Coney Island and the city's harbors. Perfect for a memorable date or family adventure!
25-30 minutes
• $389 per person plus mandatory $40 per person Heliport Fee.
This is the closest experience you will find to flying your own helicopter! Your flight of fantasy extends the Big City tour south past Liberty Harbor to the world-famous Coney Island beach and amusement park. You will fly over the spectacular Verrazano Bridge, the longest double decker suspension bridge in New York connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn. The grandeur and romance of the vistas make this tour a perfect date or family adventure. Your pilot will turn back northbound, and you will pass the Statue of Liberty again as you head home to downtown. You will revel in the delight of seeing New York's harbors and beaches in their entirety! Bring a camera to capture these unparalleled views in your memory forever! Tours available Mon-Sat 9am-7pm.
• Statue of Liberty • Ellis Island • One World Trade Center • 9/11 Memorial Site • Brooklyn Bridge • Battery Park • Wall Street • Empire State Building • Chrysler Building • Madison Square Garden • U.S.S. Intrepid Museum • Times Square • Central Park • Columbia University • Grant's Tomb • George Washington Bridge • Harlem and Harlem River • Bronx & Yankee Stadium • Palisades Cliffs • Spuyten Devil Bridge • Plus • Verrazano Bridge • Staten Island • Coney Island Beach & Amusement Park
Monday - Saturday 9am - 6:30pm
Disclaimer: Cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled departure time, as well as no-shows, will incur 100% of tour charges. Please contact Zip Aviation at least 24 hours in advance, and we will reschedule your tour at no additional cost. Late arrivals will be addressed on a case-by-case basis depending on seating and aircraft availability. Reservations made at the heliport the day of the tour forfeit the right to cancel after payment has been made. 300-lb (136kg) maximum weight per passenger. The scheduled duration of tours vary based on flight routing, airspace restrictions, and weather conditions.
Zip Aviation reserves the right to amend flight paths for safety without giving notice to passengers. Flight routes will be 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. Zip Aviation reserves the right to refuse boarding to passengers or upgrade passengers at any time. Zip Aviation reserves the right to alter or terminate any flights due to any circumstance including weather, security, maintenance, emergencies, aircraft availability, or acts of God.
All passengers must pass through metal detector screening and present valid ID before boarding; plan at least 30 minutes ahead.
Stunning panoramic views call for photos—use a camera or smartphone with good stabilization for sharp shots.
Maximum passenger weight is 300 lbs; if over 250 lbs, an additional seat must be purchased for safety.
Choppers can be chilly even on warm days; layers and windproof outerwear keep you comfortable aloft.
The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, featured on the route, opened in 1964 and remains a critical link between Staten Island and Brooklyn, symbolizing New York’s architectural ambition.
Helicopter Tours NYC operates under strict airspace regulations designed to minimize noise pollution and environmental impact over sensitive urban areas.
Protects against cool breezes experienced at altitude.
spring specific
Reduces glare when flying above reflective surfaces like water and glass buildings.
summer specific
Captures stunning views of the city’s landmarks from above.
Keeps you comfortable during cooler autumn flights.
fall specific