Ellis Island

Ellis Island

Ellis Island was the most popular place for immigrants to arrive in the United States from 1892 to 1954.

Almost 12 million immigrants worldwide made their way to Ellis Island for the chance of freedom and opportunity. Ellis Island can only be accessed by ferry, but flying over will offer a private view of the historic Ellis Island Hospital and Museum. The island was expanded in size from just over 4 acres large to nearly 28 acres by process of land reclamation. Imagine flying by, and it looks different each time? Don’t have to worry about that; the expansion ended in 1934. Today, the federally owned Ellis Island is C-shaped with two masses of equal land on either side and a ferry in the middle separating them. It’s a phenomenon from the sky because it looks too perfect to be an island.

Nearby flights

12 - 15 minutes

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Midtown Manhattan helicopter flight

Downtown Manhattan Heliport

All aboard for a fantastic bird’s-eye view of the magical island of Manhattan. Experience the beauty of the New York Harbor including an up-close view of the Statue of Liberty. Your journey in the sky will take you near the 150 year old Brooklyn Bridge, South Street Seaport, Governors Island, and Ellis Island. You’ll pass the Hudson River and enjoy spotting the Chrysler and Empire State Building, Chelsea Piers, Jacob Javits Convention Center, the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, Central Park and One World Trade. All this and more of the dramatic New York City skyline makes this tour a must for any visitor.

17 - 20 minutes

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New York City helicopter flight

Downtown Manhattan Heliport

Take to the skies on our most popular tour and experience the island of Manhattan in all its glory! This tour goes from Battery Park all the way north over the George Washington Bridge, one of the busiest bridges in the world. View Manhattan’s most famous sights such as Central Park, the Empire State Building, and One World Trade. Even catch a glimpse of Yankee Stadium as you soar above the Hudson River. Experience this beautiful city like you've never seen it before! With stunning architecture, glittering waters and unique districts, it’s a must. Come fly with us and get blown away, literally.

25 - 30 minutes

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NYC and Brooklyn helicopter flight

Downtown Manhattan Heliport

See New York City like never before. Our longest tour provides a bird’s eye view of Manhattan and the surrounding area in both comfort and style. Marvel at the incredible architecture of the Chrysler Building, the Empire State Building, and other iconic sites as you fly across the Hudson River. Spot the Intrepid Sea, the Air & Space Museum, and the New York Harbor. This is our only tour that will take you up close to the Verrazzano Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in America which connects Brooklyn and Staten Island! All this and more makes this tour a must for any visitor.