New York Helicopter Airport Transfer with Scenic Tour
Overview
Start off your New York City visit with this unique combination of a helicopter airport transfer and scenic NYC tour. Enjoy amazing aerial views of The Big Apple while skipping all airport traffic below, flying in your private helicopter from JFK, LaGuardia or Newark Airport to the Manhattan heliport of your choice or in reverse.
Travelers arriving in New York must pass customs and baggage claim first before meeting their driver for a private transfer to the helicopter terminal. Luggage will be transported directly to the hotel.
Travelers leaving New York meet the helicopter at the Manhattan heliport of their choice and fly to the departure airport where a private transfer is arranged to the airline. Luggage will be transported directly from the hotel to the airport ahead of time.
Driver contact details will be provided to travelers on the day of the flight.
Total flying time is ~ 20 minutes including a scenic 15-minute tour of major landmarks in Manhattan and Statue of Liberty.
What's Included
- ~15 Minute NYC Tour
- Private Transfer at Airport (Between Airline & Helipad)
- Private Charter in Airbus AS350/H125 Helicopter
- Luggage Transfer (if needed)
- Temporary Fuel Surcharge
- Private Transfer between Manhattan Heliport & Hotel
- Holiday Surcharges (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Inbound travelers to New York must pass customs and baggage claim first before meeting their driver for a private transfer to the helicopter terminal. Luggage that does not fit in the helicopter will be transported directly to the hotel.
- Outbound travelers leaving New York meet the helicopter at the Manhattan heliport of their choice and fly to the airport where a private transfer is arranged to the airline. Luggage that does not fit in the helicopter will be transported directly to the airport.
- Due to limited storage space available on board the amount of luggage helicopters can transport will be affected by the number and weight of passengers. The 3-passenger helicopter option cannot accommodate more than 1 suitcase for 2 travelers or 2 small carry ons total. Additional luggage will be transported to/from hotel in private car.
- Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 5-passenger Airbus helicopters. No individual weight limit in these larger aircraft.
- Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult or have parental consent.
- Children under 2 years old fly at no cost if they can safely fit on parent's lap.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions and helicopter maintenance; if canceled due to these reasons, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Please confirm departure and arrival locations with the operator at the time of booking.
- Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: ~15 Minute NYC Tour.Private Transfer at Airport (Between Airline & Helipad).Private Charter in Airbus AS350/H125 Helicopter.Luggage Transfer (if needed).Temporary Fuel Surcharge.Private Transfer between Manhattan Heliport & Hotel. The following is NOT included: Holiday Surcharges (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- ~15 Minute NYC Tour.
- Private Transfer at Airport (Between Airline & Helipad).
- Private Charter in Airbus AS350/H125 Helicopter.
- Luggage Transfer (if needed).
- Temporary Fuel Surcharge.
- Private Transfer between Manhattan Heliport & Hotel.
- Holiday Surcharges (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the New York Helicopter Airport Transfer with Scenic Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for New York Helicopter Airport Transfer with Scenic Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- ~15 Minute NYC Tour
- Private Transfer at Airport (Between Airline & Helipad)
- Private Charter in Airbus AS350/H125 Helicopter
- Luggage Transfer (if needed)
- Temporary Fuel Surcharge
- Private Transfer between Manhattan Heliport & Hotel
- Holiday Surcharges (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Inbound travelers to New York must pass customs and baggage claim first before meeting their driver for a private transfer to the helicopter terminal. Luggage that does not fit in the helicopter will be transported directly to the hotel.
- Outbound travelers leaving New York meet the helicopter at the Manhattan heliport of their choice and fly to the airport where a private transfer is arranged to the airline. Luggage that does not fit in the helicopter will be transported directly to the airport.
- Due to limited storage space available on board the amount of luggage helicopters can transport will be affected by the number and weight of passengers. The 3-passenger helicopter option cannot accommodate more than 1 suitcase for 2 travelers or 2 small carry ons total. Additional luggage will be transported to/from hotel in private car.
- Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 5-passenger Airbus helicopters. No individual weight limit in these larger aircraft.
- Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult or have parental consent.
- Children under 2 years old fly at no cost if they can safely fit on parent's lap.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions and helicopter maintenance; if canceled due to these reasons, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Please confirm departure and arrival locations with the operator at the time of booking.
- Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.
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