New York Fall Foliage Helicopter Tour from New Jersey
About this tour
This Fall Foliage flight allows you to take in the spectacular views of New York during the seasonal change in color from the bright greens of summer to the brilliant hues of autumn. As you fly towards the Manhattan skyline, above the Hudson River to the tip of Manhattan you will be able to see New York City landmarks like The Empire State Building, The Chrysler Building, Central Park, and the George Washington Bridge as well as newer attractions like the Vessel and Summit One Vanderbilt. Continue on to the breathtaking NJ Palisade Cliffs while you approach the famous Tappan Zee Bridge on the border of Westchester County, and Sleepy Hollow, the home of the notorious Headless Horseman. Available seasonally from September 21st – November 30th *HeliNY is Wingman/TOPS certified!
Highlights
- ✓Heliport Landing & Facility Fees (No unexpected fees upon arrival for a smooth & pleasant check-in!)
- ✓Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
- ✓Fuel surcharge
- ✓Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
- ✓Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
Stop 1
Fly past the Statue of Liberty
Stop 2
Fly past Ellis Island
Stop 3
Fly past the Brooklyn Bridge
Stop 4
Fly past Governors Island
Stop 5
Fly past One World Trade Center
Stop 6
Fly past Madison Square Garden
Stop 7
Fly past the Chrysler Building
Stop 8
Fly past the Empire State Building
Stop 9
Fly past Little Island
Stop 10
Fly past Chelsea Piers
Stop 11
Fly past the High Line
Stop 12
Fly past the Vessel
Stop 13
Fly past Hudson Yards
Stop 14
Fly past Times Square
Stop 15
Fly past the Intrepid
Stop 16
Fly past Central Park
Stop 17
Fly past Columbia University
Stop 18
Fly past Yankee Stadium
Stop 19
Fly past the Palisades
Stop 20
Fly over the George Washington Bridge
Stop 21
Fly past the Met Cloisters
Stop 22
Fly past the Manhattan Bridge
Stop 23
Fly past Spuyten Duyvil
Stop 24
Fly past Yonkers
Stop 25
Fly past Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
Stop 26
Fly past Sleepy Hollow
Stop 27
Fly past Tallman Mountain State Park
Stop 28
Fly past Greenbrook Sanctuary
Included
- ✓ Heliport Landing & Facility Fees (No unexpected fees upon arrival for a smooth & pleasant check-in!)
- ✓ Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
- ✓ Fuel surcharge
- ✓ Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
- ✓ Alcoholic beverages
- ✓ Free Shuttle From Linden, NJ Train Station By Request Only
Not included
- ✕ Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
From
$374.45 USD
$440.53 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- ↩️ Free cancellation available
- 📍 New York City, New York
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Helicopter tours in New York City, New York
A helicopter tour over Manhattan gives you a skyline view that's simply not available from street level: the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and the full length of the island in one sweeping pass.
When's the best time to fly?
Fall (September to November) pairs clear air with dramatic foliage in the parks below. Sunset flights are popular year-round for the skyline lighting up as the sun goes down, though winter cold and summer haze both affect visibility on a given day.
What should I bring?
Warm layers for a winter flight (cabins can be breezy), and a camera or phone with a strap, since window seats fill up fast.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Like most operators, tours in New York City have standard weight and balance limits (you may be asked your weight when booking or checking in), and pilots will delay or reschedule rather than fly in unsafe wind, low visibility, or storms. Booking a tour with free cancellation means a weather delay won't cost you anything.
Compare tours in New York City, New York
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Fall Foliage Helicopter Tour from New JerseyThis tour | Duration varies | 5.0 (3) | N/A | From $374.45 | |
| 20-25 Min NYC Skyline at Night Helicopter Tour from NJ | 20 min to 25 min | 5.0 (4) | N/A | From $299 | View → |
| 20-25 Min NYC Skyline Helicopter Tour from NJ | 20 min to 25 min | 5.0 (3) | N/A | From $265 | View → |
| NYC Helicopter Proposal Tour with Photos and Champagne | 30 min to 45 min | 5.0 (3) | N/A | From $3780 | View → |
From
$374.45 USD
$440.53 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- ↩️ Free cancellation available
- 📍 New York City, New York
As an affiliate partner, we may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are set and provided by Viator.
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