New York City Helicopter Airport Transfer with Scenic Tour

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Combine efficiency and excitement with a private helicopter airport transfer and scenic tour of New York City. Skip traffic and travel between JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, or Teterboro Airport and Manhattan in comfort while enjoying stunning aerial views of Midtown, the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty.

The experience includes approximately 20 minutes of flight time, featuring a 15-minute skyline tour—transforming a routine transfer into an unforgettable introduction to NYC.

Arriving: After customs and baggage claim, a private transfer takes you to the heliport. Excess luggage is delivered directly to your hotel. Upon landing in Manhattan, a driver brings you to your hotel.

Departing: Begin at a Manhattan heliport and fly to your airport, with a private transfer to your terminal. Excess luggage is collected from your hotel in advance.

Total duration with transfers: under 1 hour.

What's Included

  • ~15 Minute NYC Tour
  • Private Transfer at Airport (Between Airline & Helipad)
  • Luggage Transfer (if needed)

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    Manhattan
    New York, NY, USA

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    Brooklyn Bridge (pass by)

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    Statue of Liberty (pass by)

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    One World Observatory (pass by)

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    Madison Square Garden (pass by)

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    Central Park (pass by)

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    Times Square / Theater District (pass by)

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    Empire State Building (pass by)

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    United Nations Headquarters (pass by)

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • 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.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New York City Helicopter Airport Transfer with Scenic Tour?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-7030P10

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    What's Included

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    • ~15 Minute NYC Tour
    • Private Transfer at Airport (Between Airline & Helipad)
    • Luggage Transfer (if needed)
    • One-Way Helicopter Charter in Airbus AS350 or AS355 (depending on option booked)
    • Private Transfer between Manhattan Heliport & Hotel

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    • 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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    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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