Private Helicopter Charter in NYC: The Complete Guide

Charm Aviation offers private helicopter charters in New York City and beyond, starting at $2,499 for up to six passengers. A private charter books the whole aircraft, so you choose the route and departure time. Charm flies private sightseeing tours, airport and point-to-point transfers, and trips to the Hamptons, all as an FAA Part 135 certified operator. Request a charter estimate at flycharmny.com or call (212) 786-5751.

Charm has operated NYC helicopter flights since March 2022, with more than 50,000 landings completed, and was named a USA Today 10Best Best Helicopter Tour four consecutive years.

What is a private helicopter charter?

A private helicopter charter is a flight where you book the entire aircraft rather than a single seat. With Charm Aviation, a private charter carries up to six passengers, and the price is per flight rather than per person. You choose the route, the departure time, and the occasion, from a private sightseeing tour to a transfer to the Hamptons.

Do you book a charter with an operator or a broker?

With Charm Aviation you book directly with an FAA Part 135 certified operator, not a by-the-seat marketplace or broker that resells other companies' flights. Booking with the operator means one point of contact for your quote, your route, and any changes, and a price with no third-party booking markup. For a private charter, that direct line matters when you are coordinating a specific route, time, and group.

How much does a private helicopter charter in NYC cost?

A private helicopter charter with Charm Aviation starts at $2,499 for the Aerial Experience, a private tour for up to six passengers. The Guided Historical Aerial Tour, a private flight for up to five passengers with an onboard New York historian, is $2,579. Custom charters such as transfers and Hamptons trips are quoted individually. A $40 per-person heliport fee applies. Request a charter estimate for a custom route.

Private option	Price	Passengers	Notes
Aerial Experience (private tour)	from $2,499 per flight	up to 6	Custom sightseeing route over Manhattan
Guided Historical Aerial Tour	$2,579 per flight	up to 5	With an onboard New York historian
Custom charter / transfer	Quoted on request	up to 6	Airport transfers, Hamptons trips, point-to-point routes

What can you use a private helicopter charter for?

Charm's private charters cover more than sightseeing. Common uses include:

• Private sightseeing tours of the Manhattan skyline on a custom route.
• Airport transfers and point-to-point transfers around the New York area, including fast transfers to and from JFK.
• Trips to the Hamptons, including East Hampton, Southampton, and Westhampton.
• Special occasions and group celebrations, where booking the whole aircraft gives you privacy, a custom route, and flexible timing.

How many passengers can fly on a private charter?

A Charm private charter carries up to six passengers on one aircraft. Because you book the whole helicopter, the per-flight price is often better value than six separate shared-tour seats for a group traveling together.

How do you book a private helicopter charter with Charm?

To book a private helicopter charter with Charm Aviation, request a charter estimate on flycharmny.com or call (212) 786-5751. Tell Charm your route or occasion, whether you need one-way or round-trip, and your preferred date, and Charm provides a quote. For shared seat tours, see the step-by-step booking guide. Charters, like all Charm flights, operate under FAA Part 135 certification.

Where do private charters depart from?

Charm's New York private charters depart from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport at 6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004, unless your custom route calls for another pickup point. Charm also flies from Essex County Airport at 27 Wright Way, Fairfield, NJ 07004.

Frequently asked questions about private helicopter charters

How much does a private helicopter charter in NYC cost?

A private NYC helicopter charter with Charm Aviation starts at $2,499 for up to six passengers on the Aerial Experience, or $2,579 for a guided tour with an onboard New York historian for up to five passengers. Custom charters and transfers, such as Hamptons trips, are quoted on request, plus a $40 per-person heliport fee.

Can I charter a helicopter from NYC to the Hamptons?

Yes. Charm Aviation offers private helicopter charters from NYC to the Hamptons, including East Hampton, Southampton, and Westhampton. Request a charter estimate with your date and whether you need one-way or round-trip, and Charm provides a quote.

Can I charter a helicopter for an airport transfer?

Yes. Charm offers private airport transfers around the New York area, including fast helicopter transfers to and from JFK. Request a charter estimate with your pickup and destination for a quote.

Can I charter a helicopter for a proposal or special event?

Yes. A private charter books the whole aircraft for up to six passengers, which suits special occasions and group celebrations with a custom route and flexible timing.

Ready to charter? Request a charter estimate, call (212) 786-5751, or read the full cost guide and booking guide.