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West 30th Street Heliport (JRA)
West 30th Street Heliport is a public waterfront heliport on the west side of Manhattan, serving as a gateway for helicopter transfers between Midtown and New York City's airports, business districts, and surrounding areas. Compare transfer options to Midtown, Hudson River Park, Chelsea, and destinations across the region.
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About West 30th Street Heliport
West 30th Street Heliport is a public waterfront heliport on the west side of Manhattan, New York City. Opened in 1956 as Manhattan's first commercial heliport, it remains a key facility for helicopter travel in the region.
The heliport sits at West 30th Street and 12th Avenue, along the Hudson River and adjacent to Hudson River Park. It is used for scheduled helicopter shuttles between Midtown and area airports such as JFK, Newark, and LaGuardia, as well as private charters, sightseeing flights, and regional connections.
The facility includes multiple waterfront helipads and a compact passenger lounge where operators handle check-in, security, and boarding. All takeoffs and landings are conducted over the Hudson River, and on-site parking is available.
Because the heliport is located within Manhattan, Midtown and other parts of the city are reachable by taxi, rideshare, private transfer, or a short walk to nearby public transit, making it a convenient gateway for business travelers and visitors continuing across New York.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
West 30th Street Heliport operates as a single compact passenger facility with six waterfront helipads along the Hudson River. It is used primarily for helicopter shuttles, private charters, and sightseeing flights rather than conventional airline terminal operations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from West 30th Street Heliport
Transfers
Book private transfers from West 30th Street Heliport to Midtown hotels, business districts, and destinations across New York City.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the heliport to meetings, events, airports, or across Manhattan.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel from the heliport area to destinations around New York City and the wider region.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the heliport, hotels, event venues, and other locations across the city.
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