Philadelphia Day Trip from Manhattan by Helicopter
Overview
Discover the birthplace of American independence with a private helicopter day trip from Manhattan to Philadelphia. Skip the 3-hour drive and arrive in under an hour, giving you more time to explore this historic city.
Depart from your preferred Manhattan heliport and enjoy a scenic 45- minute flight to Philadelphia, landing at Penn’s Landing Heliport or Philadelphia International Airport near top attractions. Spend 4–5 hours exploring at your own pace while your helicopter and pilot remain on standby.
Visit iconic sites like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, stroll through Old City, explore museums, or enjoy lunch at one of Philadelphia’s renowned restaurants.
Return by helicopter with a skyline tour of NYC before landing.
Flight time: ~40–45 minutes each way
Total duration: ~6 hours
What's Included
- Roundtrip Helicopter Charter in Airbus AS350 or AS355 (depending on option booked)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 5-passenger Airbus helicopters.
- 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. We are happy to arrange for excess luggage to be transported by car, if necessary (additional fee applies).
- 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.
- 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
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Philadelphia Day Trip from Manhattan by Helicopter?
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Activity code: C-7030P31
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- Roundtrip Helicopter Charter in Airbus AS350 or AS355 (depending on option booked).
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..
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 Philadelphia Day Trip from Manhattan by Helicopter is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Philadelphia Day Trip from Manhattan by Helicopter 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
- Roundtrip Helicopter Charter in Airbus AS350 or AS355 (depending on option booked)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 5-passenger Airbus helicopters.
- 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. We are happy to arrange for excess luggage to be transported by car, if necessary (additional fee applies).
- 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.
- Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.
