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Plan your helicopter tour from Westchester with our guide

What to expect on your NYC helicopter tour from Westchester

New York City skyline featuring One World Trade Center.
Helicopter cockpit view of New York City skyline during private tour from Westchester.
Couple wearing headsets inside a helicopter in New York City.
Man opening car door for private airport transfer in New York.
Aerial view of New York City skyline at dusk, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and East River.
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Cover popular landmarks in 30–45 minutes

Take to the skies for a 30- or 45-minute helicopter adventure showcasing New York City’s most famous sights, from Central Park and Times Square to the Statue of Liberty and One World Trade Center on extended routes.

Live commentary from your pilot

Enjoy real-time narration from your expert pilot, who points out each landmark and shares fascinating facts about the city’s skyline, architecture, and history.

Small, intimate experience

Fly in a comfortable helicopter with a maximum of six passengers, ensuring an intimate, crowd-free experience and unobstructed views from every seat.

Optional hotel transportation

Add round-trip transfers from select Manhattan hotels for a seamless journey to the Westchester heliport, located just 35 minutes by train from Grand Central Terminal.

Bird’s-eye view of the Big Apple

Witness the iconic New York skyline from above, capturing unbeatable panoramic views of the city’s landmarks, rivers, and bridges, a truly unforgettable way to see the Big Apple.

Plan your visit

Timings

Operating hours:

  • The 30-min helicopter tour operates from 10am to 8:30pm.
  • The 45-min tour operates between 10am and 8:30pm.

Open days: Daily

Reporting time: 30 minutes before departure.

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Getting there

Departure point: Westchester County Airport
Address: 240 Airport Rd, West Harrison, NY 10604, United States | Find on maps
Nearby landmark: Brunswick School's Lower School and Lower Middle School (2 miles away)

  • By subway: Ride the 1 train to South Ferry Station, from there, it’s only about a 5-minute walk to reach the Downtown Manhattan Heliport.
  • By bus: Take the M15 or M20 bus and exit near South Street.
  • By car: Head to 6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004.
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Routes of your helicopter tours from Westchester

Route map of helicopter tour from Westchester over NYC landmarks like Central Park and Empire State Building.
Helicopter tour route map from Westchester over NYC landmarks like Statue of Liberty and Central Park.
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30-min tour

The 30-minute NYC helicopter tour from Westchester takes you over Manhattan’s most iconic landmarks, including Central Park, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Harlem, Yankee Stadium, and the George Washington Bridge.

Enjoy panoramic skyline views and architectural highlights, though this route does not extend to Downtown Manhattan or the Statue of Liberty.

45-min tour

The 45-minute NYC helicopter tour from Westchester covers all sights from the 30-minute route and extends downtown for views of the Freedom Tower, Financial District, Battery Park, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty.

It’s the most comprehensive option, offering a full aerial journey from Uptown Manhattan to New York Harbor.

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Highlights of your NYC helicopter tour from Westchester

Central Park

Empire State Building

Chrysler Building

Times Square

Madison Square Garden

George Washington Bridge

Yankee Stadium

Freedom Tower

Financial District

Battery Park

Ellis Island

Statue of Liberty

Frequently asked questions about helicopter tours from Westchester

Yes, tours run every day except on major holidays, including New Year’s Day (January 1st), Yom Kippur, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day (December 25th).

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