Top New York In the Air

Get a bird's-eye view of New York City on this small-group helicopter tour. Soar over the Statue of Liberty, Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, Central Park, Times Square, and more and enjoy a comprehensive look at the city's top sights without having to spend hours traversing the city on your own by car or on foot.

Rainbow Air is the only helicopter tour licensed to fly over Niagara Falls from Niagara Falls USA. We are flying our new Airbus H130 helicopters from the Rainbow Air Tourism Center on Acheson Drive, providing a deluxe ride in quiet comfort for up to seven people per ride! This breathtaking tour offers the most spectacular views of Niagara Falls, including the panoramic view from Canadian airspace without crossing the border! Our guests leave with lifelong memories of the beauty of this incredible natural wonder!

Adventure seekers can leave the busy streets behind and soak in bird's-eye views of the Big Apple on a thrilling helicopter tour from downtown Manhattan. See the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and more iconic city landmarks from above, all in one tour. Enjoy an experience most tourists will never get, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Get a bird's-eye view of the Big Apple and its boroughs during this scenic helicopter tour. Make your own way to the heliport, where the heliport fee is included, and get ready to soar over Manhattan, the Intrepid Museum, Brooklyn, Yankees Stadium, and the Bronx. See more landmarks than you would on foot, including the Statue of Liberty, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Empire State Building.

Whether you’re new to the city or have lived there your entire life, experiencing New York at night by air is a unique experience. See the sparkling lights of New York City from the seat of a helicopter and view landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building from a new vantage point.

Enjoy a bird’s eye view of New York City’s top attractions—and admire a perspective of the city that most visitors miss—with this deluxe helicopter tour. Pick from numerous daily flight times and soar above the city’s bustle. With your pilot’s guidance, spot highlights like the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park. You’ll even venture farther north than a lot of helicopter tours to see Harlem and Yankee Stadium.

See the sights of New York City from up in the air on this nighttime helicopter tour of the city. Take off, and soar over the NYC as you take in aerial views of some of the most famous sights. See the Statue of Liberty, the Rockefeller Center, and Times Square all lit up, and then pass over the George Washington Bridge. This adventure is a shared experience with other travelers.

Treat your partner to a private helicopter sightseeing flight over New York City for a special occasion. Fly from Westchester Airport to Manhattan at your choice of morning, afternoon, sunset, or evening. Admire NYC landmarks such as Central Park, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty without the hassle of traffic or public transportation.

Marvel at the 360-degree, unobstructed views from the world-famous Empire State Building. Enjoy access to the open-air 86th Floor Observation Deck for stunning views of Central Park and beyond. Upgrade to the 102nd Floor Observation Deck with floor-to-ceiling glass windows for the ultimate skyline view that stretches up to six states. All tickets include access to exhibition displays on the 2nd and 80th floors. You can also upgrade for skip-the-line entry for faster arrival.

Enjoy a perspective of New York City that few people see during a shared scenic helicopter flight. Soar over the Big Apple, looking out for landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a resident, this tour is a great way to see New York City from above. Frequent departures can fit into almost any schedule.

Experience Niagara Falls from land and air on this small-group tour. Fly over the falls on a helicopter ride; get close to them on the seasonal boat tour; and feel the power on the Journey Behind the Falls walk. Round-trip hotel pickup in Niagara Falls, Ontario is included for a seamless experience.

Fly high over New York City's famous skyline on this private helicopter tour from Westchester. Reach the city quickly and safely, flying around landmarks including Central Park, the Empire State Building, Times Square, and the George Washington Bridge. Enjoy aerial views and photo ops with live commentary that's tailored to your interests.

Experience New York City at its most breathtaking moments - from the sky at sunset. As the sun dips below the horizon, the city glows in a golden light, reflecting off the Hudson River and simmering glass towers of Manhattan. Your helicopter lifts off for an unforgettable journey over the city’s most famous landmarks - from the Statue of Liberty and the One World Trade Center to the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Chrysler Building. You’ll take in both the West Side skyline along the Hudson and the East Side views overlooking the United Nations, the East River bridges, and the iconic cityscape of Midtown and Lower Manhattan. As day turns to night, the lights of New York begin to sparkle beneath you, transforming the skyline into a sea of color and brilliance. It’s a breathtaking perspective — romantic, peaceful, and utterly mesmerizing.

See New York's landmarks, rivers, and islands from the air—a perspective most travelers miss on a scenic helicopter tour. Soar over Manhattan’s famous sights including Liberty Island, the Empire State Building, and Governor’s Island, enjoying aerial views far above the crowds with pilot commentary enhancing your experience.

See one of the most impressive waterfalls in the world—minus logistical planning and driving, all in one day. Fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport from New York City and be driven straight to Niagara Falls. You’ll see the rushing falls on a walking tour, and ride the Maid of the Mist boat or visit the Observation Tower. Lunch at Hard Rock Café is included before flying back to NYC.

Enjoy a spectacular bird’s-eye aerial perspective of New York City on a small-group helicopter tour above Manhattan. Choose a morning or afternoon start time to suit your needs, then meet your pilot at the Manhattan Heliport and take to the air. Look out for highlights such as the Statue of Liberty, Chrysler Building, Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, and more. Ideal for first-time visitors and residents alike.

Enjoy an action-packed day full of the best experiences on the US side of Niagara Falls. Families with kids will especially enjoy the itinerary, which includes a ride on the Maid of the Mist boat to the bottom of the falls, a Cave of the Winds tour, and a helicopter ride over the falls (a minimum height of 40” applies).

See New York City’s skyline and the many iconic sights of the city from a unique perspective on this shared helicopter flight. Soar over the Manhattan skyline and beyond, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and Central Park, to name just a few, plus Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Then continue to see Brooklyn, Staten Island, and more. A variety of departure times are available throughout the day.

Elevate your sightseeing with a helicopter flight above Manhattan. This short ride offers views over New York City landmarks such the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Empire State Building, and Times Square that you couldn't get any other way. Departing from Downtown Manhattan Heliport, it's a thrilling and affordable way to see the city in under 15 minutes.

Soar high above New York City and the beautiful Hudson Valley on this guided helicopter tour. Beginning at the Westchester County Airport in White Plains choose from a 30- or 45-minute ride. See Central Park, the East River bridges, Yankee Stadium, and more with the longer flight heading downtown toward Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, plus Freedom Tower, Battery Park and more.

Take in breathtaking views of New York City as you depart from Essex County Airport in New Jersey, conveniently located just a 45–60 minute taxi or rideshare from Midtown Manhattan. Sit back and enjoy the ride of a lifetime on a 25–30 minute flight, starting with sweeping views of landmarks like American Dream and MetLife Stadium before heading toward Manhattan’s iconic skyline. As you soar above the Hudson River, take in unforgettable sights including the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, and more. A once-in-a-lifetime experience you’ll never forget—and one you’ll be talking about long after you land.

Experience the rush of skydiving—without actually jumping out of a plane. Visit the indoor skydiving facility iFly New York Queens and you’ll receive all the training necessary to go airborne in a wall-to-wall vertical wind tunnel that mimics the thrill and feel of skydiving. It’s totally safe and you’ll get to complete two dives with an instructor.

Get a bird's-eye perspective on New York City's famous skyline during a private helicopter ride. Soar over major Manhattan landmarks such as Central Park, the Empire State Building, Wall Street, the Statue of Liberty, and others while your pilot provides narration on the stunning sights below. Choose from different aircrafts and levels of luxury to fit your budget.