New York City and Westchester Holiday Lights Helicopter Tour

2 h 45 min Free cancellation Private tour

New York City and Westchester Holiday Lights Helicopter Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience a magical nighttime helicopter ride during The Most Wonderful Time of The Year with up to 5 companions! Departing from Westchester County Airport, you'll soar over New York City and return, creating unforgettable memories with friends and family. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allows you to witness the breathtaking views of the iconic Manhattan skyline and familiar landmarks beautifully adorned in holiday lights. Helicopters take off from Westchester County Airport and reach NYC airspace in just minutes.

During the tour, our skilled pilots will provide you with stunning bird's-eye views of Midtown Manhattan, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Times Square, and more. If you're lucky, you might bump into Santa Claus mid-air! You will also get to see Lower Manhattan, including the Freedom Tower, Battery Park, and Ellis Island and have the chance to wave to Lady Liberty before circling back to Westchester.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Wings Air Helicopters

What is included

Included

Included: Private Tour in Airbus AS350/H125, Airbus AS355 or R44 Helicopter (depending on option booked)
Included: Roundtrip Hotel Transfer (if option selected)

Not included

Not included: Airport fee, Wings Air Helicopters

Itinerary

Stop 1

30 min

Check in 30 minutes before flight
Yankee Stadium

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Flyover
United Nations Headquarters

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Central Park

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Empire State Building

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Times Square

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Madison Square Garden

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One World Trade Center

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Statue of Liberty

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Ellis Island

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Brooklyn Bridge

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Flyover

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Atlantic Aviation West, 67 Tower Road, White Plains, NY 10604.

Meeting point is easily accessible by the Metro-North train from Grand Central to White Plains station (35 minutes express), then a quick taxi ride (15 minutes) to helicopter base. Free parking available.

End point

Atlantic Aviation West, 67 Tower Road, White Plains, NY 10604.

Meeting point is easily accessible by the Metro-North train from Grand Central to White Plains station (35 minutes express), then a quick taxi ride (15 minutes) to helicopter base. Free parking available.

Pickup points

Garner Hotel North Bergen - NYC Gateway
The Manner
The Roger Smith Hotel
Walker Hotel Tribeca
The Washington Hotel NYC
42 Hotel
Days Inn By Wyndham Chinatown
Hotel Indigo Nyc Downtown - Wall Street By IHG
Peachtree Suites
Sela V Hotel
Orchard Street Hotel

and 757 more pickup points

Roundtrip transfer from Manhattan (if option booked). Pickup 90 minutes before flight.

The rates are based on regular cars.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All flights are subject to weather and helicopter maintenance; if canceled due to these reasons, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Children younger than 2 years may ride on their parent’s lap at no cost.
Maximum weight 250 lbs (113 kg) per person and 500 lbs (226 kg) combined in R44 helicopter. Maximum passenger height in R44 helicopter is 6 ft 3 in (192 cm). Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 6-passenger Airbus helicopters.. NOTE: due to the weight and balance limitations of helicopters and the unique composition of groups, you may be asked to adjust your booking to stay within safe operating margins. Please contact the operator for more information.
Convenient roundtrip transfers are available from anywhere in Manhattan for additional fee (if option selected). Rates are based on regular cars.
Routes are subject to change based on weather, air traffic control and temporary flight restrictions.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones are not allowed on helicopter flights.
Tours depart and arrive at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, a relaxed crowd-free location just outside NYC easily accessed by public transit (Metro-North rail from Grand Central Terminal) or car (free parking). Please note: this tour departs and arrives in Westchester.
Under 18 requires parental or guardian consent.
Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.

Options

Twin Engine Heli for 5 People

Up to 5 passengers fly in Airbus AS355 (Twin Star) helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
AS350/H125 Heli for 2-6 People

Up to 6 passengers fly in Airbus AS350 (AStar) / H125 helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
AS350/H125 Heli + Transfer

Up to 6 passengers fly in Airbus AS350 (AStar) / H125 helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
Twin Engine Heli + Transfer

Up to 5 passengers fly in Airbus AS355 (Twin Star) helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.

Pickup included
R44 Helicopter for 2 People

2 passengers fly in Robinson R44 helicopter. Option does not include roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.
R44 Helicopter + Transfer

2 passengers fly in Robinson R44 helicopter. Option includes roundtrip transfer from Manhattan.

Pickup included