Grand Island helicopter tour
Do this because
- Enjoy views of the skyline, including the Empire State Building and World Trade Center
- Fly out over Brooklyn and see the famous Coney Island
- Experience an approximate 30-minute helicopter flight over New York City
What to expect
This is the closest experience you will find to flying your own helicopter! The flight of your dreams extends the Big City tour south past Liberty Harbor to the world-famous Coney Island beach and amusement park.
You'll fly over to Lower Manhattan's Battery Park and world-renowned Wall Street and then to greet the Statue of Liberty eye-to-eye where the awe continues as you take in the aerial view from Ellis Island.
You'll also get the chance to 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. You will also revel in the delight of seeing New York's harbors and beaches in their entirety!
Don't forget to bring your camera to capture these unparalleled views in your memory forever!
Important to know
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- The listed price does not include a USD40.00 per person (including infants) heliport/security fee, mandated by the Downtown Manhattan Heliport, payable at the time of tour check-in
Know in advance:
- Minimum of 4 participants required at booking
- Note that duration times are approximate
- 300-lb (136kg) maximum weight per passenger
- All passengers must pass through a metal detector security screening and present a valid government-issued ID for security purposes
- 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
- Zip Aviation reserves the right to refuse boarding to passengers or upgrade passengers at any time
- The scheduled duration of tours vary based on flight routing, airspace restrictions, and weather conditions
- Zip Aviation reserves the right to alter or terminate any flights due to any circumstance including weather, security, emergencies and aircraft availability
What’s included
Professional pilot and crew
Helicopter tour
What’s not included
Heliport/security fee
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Zip Aviation
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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