Quick Overview

Main NYC Departure Points:
• Downtown Manhattan Heliport (DMH/HNZ), Pier 6, East River Esplanade, near Wall St & Battery Park — the most common.
• Kearny, New Jersey or Linden Airport, NJ — used by several operators (often better prices, quick PATH/NJ Transit links).
• Westchester County Airport (HPN) — some private/shared scenic flights.

Closest Subway (for DMH): South Ferry/Whitehall St (1, R/W), Bowling Green (4/5), Wall St (2/3), Fulton St (A/C/J/Z/2/3/4/5) — then walk 8–15 minutes to Pier 6 – East River.

Best First-Time Route (DMH)

From Midtown/Times Sq: take the 1 to South Ferry or R/W to Whitehall St. Walk north-east along the waterfront to Pier 6 (heliport entrance is signed).

Coming from NJ Departures

For Kearny/Linden: use PATH or NJ Transit + short rideshare. Many tours include clear meeting points—check your voucher for the exact pin and check-in window.

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Option 1 — From Midtown / Times Square (to Downtown Manhattan Heliport)

Best for most visitors staying near Broadway, Bryant Park, or Penn Station.

  • Subway (fast): Times Sq–42 St → 1 to South Ferry (last stop) or R/W to Whitehall St. Walk 8–12 min to Pier 6.
  • Alt Subway: 4/5 to Bowling Green or 2/3 to Wall St, then walk 10–12 min east to the waterfront.
  • Walk/Bike: From Battery Park area, follow the East River Esplanade signs toward Pier 6.

Paying for Transit

Use contactless OMNY or a MetroCard. Taps are capped daily—multiple rides won’t exceed the day cap.

Option 2 — Subway, PATH & Regional Rail

Downtown Manhattan Heliport (Pier 6)

Subway lines 1/R/W/4/5/2/3/A/C/J/Z to South Ferry/Whitehall/Bowling Green/Wall St/Fulton St, then walk to the Pier 6 gate.

Kearny / Linden (New Jersey)

Take PATH (WTC/Jsq/Hoboken lines) or NJ Transit from Penn Station, then a short rideshare per your voucher.

Westchester County Airport (HPN)

Metro-North (Harlem Line) to White Plains + local taxi/rideshare to HPN for select private/scenic flights.

Penn Station & Grand Central

From Penn: 1 → South Ferry or 2/3 → Wall St; from Grand Central: 4/5 → Bowling Green, then walk.

Wayfinding

For DMH, look for signs to the East River Esplanade, Pier 6, or Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Staff at check-in will verify your booking and ID.

Option 3 — Buses & Scenic Walks (DMH)

Downtown buses along Water St/State St (e.g., M15/M20) stop near Battery Park/Wall St. Walking the waterfront from Battery Park (8–12 min) is simple—follow signs to Pier 6.

  • From World Trade Center: Walk 20–25 min via Fulton St to the East River, or take the 4/5 to Bowling Green.
  • From Brooklyn Bridge area: Stroll south along the East River Greenway to Pier 6.

Photo Tip

Arrive a little early for skyline shots of the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and Lower Manhattan right from the heliport area.

From NYC Airports to Heliport

JFK

AirTrain JFK → Jamaica; then J/Z or 4/5 to Lower Manhattan, or LIRR to Penn → subway to South Ferry/Whitehall.

LaGuardia (LGA)

Q70 SBS to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Av → E to WTC or 7 to Times Sq → connect to 1 or R/W.

Newark (EWR)

AirTrain Newark → NJ Transit to Penn Station → subway 1 to South Ferry or 2/3 to Wall St, then walk.

Rideshare/Taxi

For DMH, set drop-off to “Downtown Manhattan Heliport – Pier 6”. For NJ/HPN flights, use the exact pin from your voucher.

Luggage

Travel light. Large bags are typically not permitted on helicopters; small personal items only. Lockers may be limited.

Driving, Parking & Bikes (DMH)

Driving

Downtown traffic is heavy and curb space is limited. If you must drive, allow extra time for drop-off near Pier 6.

Parking

Use paid garages around Wall St, Water St, South St Seaport. Street parking is scarce; check hours and vehicle height limits.

Citi Bike

Docks ring Battery Park/Wall St. Park only at designated docks; cycling is not permitted on the heliport apron.

Accessibility

Surfaces are flat around Pier 6; staff can assist with boarding steps. Contact your operator in advance for specific needs.

Practical Tips

Arrive Early

Be at check-in 30–45 minutes before your slot for ID check, safety briefing, and weight/balance procedures.

ID & Weight Policy

Bring a government-issued photo ID. Passenger weight may be verified; some tours have seating surcharges/limits.

What to Wear

Secure hair and loose items; dark clothes reduce window reflections in photos. Closed shoes recommended.

Weather & Delays

Flights are weather-dependent. Operators may reschedule for visibility/wind. Keep your phone reachable for updates.

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Getting There Cheatsheet

Primary Heliport

Downtown Manhattan Heliport (Pier 6) near Wall St/Battery Park on the East River.

Closest Subway (DMH)

South Ferry/Whitehall (1, R/W) • Bowling Green (4/5) • Wall St (2/3).

Typical Walk Times

South Ferry → Pier 6: 8–10 min • Bowling Green → Pier 6: 10–12 min • Fulton St → Pier 6: 12–15 min.

For NJ/HPN Flights

Use PATH/NJ Transit or Metro-North plus short rideshare per your voucher.

Check-in Essentials

Photo ID • booking voucher • arrive 30–45 min early • small personal items only.

Best Timing

Golden hour for warm light; night for city lights. Weather can affect operations.

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Ready for Takeoff?

Head to Pier 6 or your NJ/HPN meeting point, check in early with ID, and enjoy unforgettable views over Manhattan.

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