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The 15 City Helicopter Tours in the USA That Earn Their Price

34 flights  ·  from $87 a seat

Good city helicopter tours in the USA sell out weeks ahead and the weather takes a few of the rest. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Helicopter Tour of Downtown Nashville - What the three-person cabin changes
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Helicopter Tour of Downtown Nashville

1.Helicopter Tour of Downtown Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 868 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160Our pick

Take a small helicopter flight over Nashville with a pilot such as Ludvig, Jackson, Adam, or Andrew pointing out sights below. From the Parthenon and Vanderbilt to Broadway, Titans Stadium, Music Row, and the Country Music Hall of Fame, you cover a lot quickly. Flights carry no more than three people and depart from Nashville.

“Awesome surprise for a loved one that loves adventures and traveling, the pilot was very considerate, very nice and professional.”

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NY Helicopter Tour: New York City Skyline (Heliport fees Incl) - What the 25 to 30 minute flight feels like
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NY Helicopter Tour: New York City Skyline (Heliport fees Incl)

2.NY Helicopter Tour: New York City Skyline (Heliport fees Incl)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 636 reviews · 25 to 30 minutes (approx.) · from $354

Fly from Linden Municipal Airport, New Jersey, on a shared nighttime helicopter tour with a live pilot briefing, floor-to-ceiling windows, and views of the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, Times Square, Central Park, and the George Washington Bridge. A free station shuttle is available by request.

“Great experience that was the highlight of our family trip to NYC! Very efficient operation and unforgettable views of the city and Statue of Liberty. Main thing to be aware of is that they operate out of Linden Municipal Airport in NJ. This was about a 60 min Lyft ride for us out of Manhattan in rush our. WELL WORTH IT THOUGH!”

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Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour - Broadway at rooftop height
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Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour

3.Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 634 reviews · 15 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Take a compact helicopter flight over Nashville with a professional pilot such as Noah, Travis, Ray, or Michael. In about 15 minutes, you’ll see Broadway, the Parthenon, Vanderbilt, Nissan Stadium, Fort Negley, and the downtown skyline. Flights carry no more than three travelers and include noise-canceling headphones.

“Our pilot was prompt, friendly, and very patient with our family. The tour was exceptional! I would highly recommend people new to the Nashville area take the tour to learn all of in and outs plus popular attractions of the city!”

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New York Helicopter Tour: City Skyline Experience - Getting to Linden Municipal Airport from Manhattan
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New York Helicopter Tour: City Skyline Experience

4.New York Helicopter Tour: City Skyline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 271 reviews · from $239

Fly from Linden Municipal Airport toward Manhattan for 25 to 30 minutes of skyline views, pilot commentary, and photo opportunities. The route includes the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade, Times Square, Central Park, bridges, and more. A free shuttle is available from Linden station by request, and groups are limited to six.

“Overall it was such a pleasant flight adventure. We loved it! And we are thankful for that. The only hickup we had was that we were told not to take pictures with our phones just before boarding. Then one of their employee took a picture of us with his camera and I was askRead more”

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South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline - Leaving Miami Executive Airport
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South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline

5.South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $87Best value

Fly privately from Miami Executive Airport over Key Biscayne, Fisher Island, South Beach, Miami’s island mansions, PortMiami, Brickell, Coral Gables and Coconut Grove. Your pilot narrates the flight through an aviation headset. The Cessna 172 seats only your party, making this a personal and photo-friendly way to see Miami from above.

“Chris was amazing as our pilot and your guide! Calmed all my fears and amazing takeoff and landing!!!”

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Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour - Broadway at rooftop height
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Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour

6.Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $250

Take a private evening helicopter flight from Nashville’s Tune Airport with an English-speaking pilot. You’ll see the Parthenon, Vanderbilt, Broadway’s honky-tonks, the Ryman Auditorium, Nissan Stadium, the Capitol, Music Row, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Choose a sunset or night departure, with pilots such as Grant, Andrew, Mike, and Ludwig providing narration.

“Brook was fabulous! The experience is amazing! Great way to experience the city in a whole new light.”

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Nashville: Downtown Helicopter Tour - A calm briefing before takeoff
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Nashville: Downtown Helicopter Tour

7.Downtown Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 203 reviews · 10 - 20 minutes · from $109

Fly Heli Nashville takes you from John C. Tune Airport over downtown Nashville, Broadway, the Cumberland River, Nissan Stadium, Music Row, and more. Your FAA-certified pilot narrates the flight through noise-canceling headsets. The cabin is climate-controlled, leather-seated, and limited to three people. Ask about the VIP champagne option.

“We were welcomed by Nate and had a great conversation. He was very thorough on how things were going to go. Then, we were welcomed by the pilot Trym. I do apologize if I misspelled his name. He provided us with an awesome tour. We had an amazing time.”

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New Orleans Helicopter City Tour - Bourbon Street without the crowds
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New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

8.New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 7 to 9 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Fly with Heli Co. New Orleans for a short, narrated city flight over the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, the Mississippi River, and City Park. The aircraft carries no more than three people, making this a personal introduction to New Orleans. Private, longer, doors-off, and birthday upgrades may be available.

“The adventure was quiet pleasant. I would recommend to anyone who come to Nola to check it out. I would do it again”

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Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown - What the Kissimmee departure is like
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Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown

9.Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $225

Fly privately from Kissimmee over Orlando’s illuminated theme parks, SeaWorld, Universal, Disney areas, downtown, and Old Town. Choose a 20-minute flight or the larger 48-mile route, with pilots such as Shane, Tim, and Christian providing commentary. Every seat is by a window, and the flight returns to the helipad.

“It was awesome I loved every minute of it i would do it again and recommend it to someone. To try it.”

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Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour - Millennium Park, The Bean, and the lakefront
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Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour

10.Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

Take a private 45-minute helicopter flight from Schaumburg Regional Airport over Chicago’s skyline, Lake Michigan, Wrigley Field, Soldier Field, Millennium Park, and the city’s major landmarks. Pilots including Matt, Steve, Chuck, Sara, and Tommy provide commentary, headsets, and photo help. Parking is included, and the flight returns to Schaumburg.

“This was the best experience of my life I will do this again my girl was excited on her birthday definitely recommend”

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New York City Night Skyline Tour by Helicopter - What the small helicopter means for your view
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New York City Night Skyline Tour by Helicopter

11.New York City Night Skyline Tour by Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 98 reviews · 1 day · from $275

Take a night helicopter flight from Essex County Airport in New Jersey with Zip Aviation. In a small group of up to six, you may see the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, Times Square, the Empire State Building, MetLife Stadium, and more. Bring ID, arrive 30 minutes early, and note that at least four passengers are needed.

“Consiglio quest’attività fantastica , il pilota è stato davvero bravo e gentile nonostante la sua giovane età .”

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Nashville: Downtown Helicopter Experience - Why a three-person group changes the experience
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Nashville: Downtown Helicopter Experience

12.Downtown Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 83 reviews · 15 - 30 minutes · from $95

Fly over Nashville from John C. Tune Airport with AeroLuxe Aviation. Choose a 15 or 30-minute flight, wear Bose noise-canceling headsets, and hear live commentary from pilots such as Travis, Tommy, Michael, or Andrew. The route includes Broadway, Nissan Stadium, Vanderbilt, Fort Negley, the Parthenon, and skyline views.

“Brilliant ride above Nashville. Our pilot Travis was a great guy and certainly knew his stuff. Highly recommended.”

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From New Jersey: NYC Skyline Helicopter Tour - Check-in, ID, and the small-aircraft setup
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From New Jersey: NYC Skyline Helicopter Tour

13.From New Jersey: NYC Skyline Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 81 reviews · 30 min · from $312

Fly for 28 to 30 minutes from Essex County Airport in Fairfield, New Jersey, with up to six passengers. Your English-speaking pilot points out New York landmarks including the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Central Park, Times Square, and the Hudson River. Bring photo ID, arrive early, and leave large bags behind.

“service at a very high level. Top. Great experience.”

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New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey - Your seat affects your photographs
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New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey

14.New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · 30 to 35 minutes (approx.) · from $329

Fly for 30 to 35 minutes from Fairfield, New Jersey, with live commentary, climate control, and a maximum of six passengers. Expect striking views of the Statue of Liberty, lower Manhattan, the Empire State Building, and New York Harbor, but not Central Park. Bring government-issued photo ID and arrive early for traffic.

“Nice flight close to the south side of Manhattan. But not around Manhattan. Should have passed at least one side of Manhattan up to Central Park...instead of circling around Liberty several times and flying back the same track to the heliport in the West.”

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Miami: 30-Minute Helicopter Tour - Beach, Downtown & Islands - From Miami Executive Airport to Coral Gables
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Miami: 30-Minute Helicopter Tour – Beach, Downtown & Islands

15.30-Minute Helicopter Tour – Beach, Downtown & Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 66 reviews · 30 min · from $296

Take a private 30-minute flight from Miami Executive Airport in a new, air-conditioned black-and-gold Robinson R44. Your pilot guides you over Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Key Biscayne, South Beach, Miami’s island estates, downtown, and the Port of Miami. Portuguese, English, and Spanish are available. Photos are allowed.

“Schöne lohnenswerte 30min Tour. Viel gesehen. Pilot manchmal schwer zu verstehen (accent). Zu empfehlen!!!”

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