Glenorchy Air Scenic Flights Queenstown to Milford
Glenorch Air Scenic Flights - Milford Sounds & Mount Cook
Glenorchy Air has the privilege of flying passengers in the most beautiful part of New Zealand. Family owned and operated we will take you on some of the most spectacular scenic flights in the world to destinations including Milford Sound and Glaciers, Mt Cook, Fiordland, and movie location sites of the Lord of the Rings. Flights depart Queenstown daily with optional pick-up in Glenorchy. We aim to share this beautiful environment and its unique wildlife with our guests.
Discover our Backyard
Sunrise Mt. Aspiring & The Glaciers
See Mt. Aspiring & The Glaciers at first light with our Sunrise Flight. Depart Queenstown Airport for an incredible scenic flight around Mt. Aspiring, the glaciers of the Barrier Range and the Olivine Ice Plateau.
Explore from the air the dazzling Passchendaele Icefall, the white expanse of the Bonar Glacier and the perfect symmetry of Mt Aspiring, the Southern Alps’ most beautiful mountain which rises majestically two miles high.
Your return flight passes via the gold mining area of the Skippers Canyon. The best way to #discoveryourbackyard.
Flights June 2026
Price: Adult $499 – Child $399
Trip Time 1 hr 15 mins
Flight Time 1 hr 15 mins
Sunrise Earnslaw Burn & the Glaciers
The Earnslaw Burn & The Glaciers flight is an incredible way to view Queenstown’s surrounding glaciers.
Embrace the chance to discover some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery from the air on this scenic flight and take in the incredible glaciers of Mt. Earnslaw. Mt. Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi, stands 2,819-metres high and consists of twin peaks, the second and third highest peaks of Otago.
Enjoy panoramic views of Glenorchy township, the braided rivers of the Rees-Dart Valley and Lake Wakatipu.
Flights June 2026
Price: from $449
Trip Time 40 mins
Flight Time 40 mins
Discover Milford Sound
For the ultimate Milford Sound experience, take a scenic flight to Milford Sound. With unimpaired views of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, glaciers and forests, this tour never fails to amaze our passengers.
Our most popular trip is the Fly/Scenic Cruise/Fly package. The flight, which takes approximately 45 minutes, is followed by a 1 hour 45 minutes Scenic Cruise with Southern Discoveries where you travel the length of the Fiord, out to the Tasman Sea. Enjoy viewing waterfalls, seal colonies and occasionally playful dolphins along the way. You then enjoy a scenic flight back to Queenstown.
Add-ons can include entry to the Milford Discovery Centre and Underwater Observatory or go kayaking that includes 1 hour of relaxed paddling in the Sounds.
Milford Sound Fly - Cruise - Fly
Our Milford Sound Scenic Flyover shows you Milford Sound like you’ve never seen before.
Depart Queenstown Airport for an 80 minute flight over the Southern Alps to Milford Sound. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and glacier-fed braided rivers as you fly into Mt. Aspiring National Park.
The breath-taking scenery continues into Fiordland National Park, out over the rugged West Coast and the Tasman Sea before flying into Milford Sound. Fly down the middle of the Fiord then follow a different flight path back to Queenstown.
Price: Adult $749 – child $599
Trip Time: 4 Hours
Flight Time 1 hr 20 mins
Milford Sound Scenic Flyover
Our Milford Sound Scenic Flyover shows you Milford Sound like you’ve never seen before. Depart Queenstown Airport for an 80 minute flight over the Southern Alps to Milford Sound.
Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and glacier-fed braided rivers as you fly into Mt. Aspiring National Park.
The breath-taking scenery continues into Fiordland National Park, out over the rugged West Coast and the Tasman Sea before flying into Milford Sound. Fly down the middle of the Fiord then follow a different flight path back to Queenstown.
Price: Adult $499 – Child $399
Trip Time 6 hours
Flight Time 1 hr 20 mins
Discover Mount Cook
Come and experience the World Heritage area of Mount Cook, Fox and Franz Josef glaciers by joining us on a flight that has been described as one of the world’s greatest.
Enjoy unparalleled views of the Southern Alps, the country’s highest peak ‘Mount Cook’ (Aoraki), the longest glaciers and stunning turquoise glacial lakes.
We return to Queenstown along the West coast beaches and view incredible rainforest en route. Optional extras include a landing in Fox Township and we can arrange a snow landing on one of the glaciers by ski plane or helicopter.
We offer many scenic flights options and trips including tours of the Lord of the Rings movie locations, Treble Cone for skiing/snowboarding, Stewart Island, Dunedin and charter flights where we can transport you anywhere in New Zealand.
Mount Cook Glacier - Fly -Heli Hike - Fly
Our Mt. Cook Scenic Flight with Landing takes you above and beyond the Glaicers. Depart Queenstown Airport for a flight over the Southern Alps to Mt. Cook.
Take in the stunning views of the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers. Land at Glentanner Aerodrome at the head of Lake Pukaki, one of the most scenic aerodromes there is and enjoy the world’s most scenic cup of coffee from the Tasman Delta Cafe. Fly back to Queenstown through the awe-inspiring Mackenzie Basin.
Price: adult $1749 pp – Child $1589
Trip Time 6 hours
Flight Time 2 hr 30 mins
Landing Time 30 – 40 mins
Mount Cook - Fly - Glacier Explorers - Fly
INCLUDES:
- Round trip scenic flight from Queenstown to Mt. Cook Airport with landing
- 30-minute alpine walk and approximately 1 hour boat tour on the Tasman Terminal Lake with our partners Glacier Explorers
- Complimentary transfers to and from Queenstown Airport available
- Your guaranteed window seat
Price: adult $1149 pp – Child $849
Trip Time 6 hours approx
Flight Time 2 hours
Boat time Approx 1 Hour
Come and join us and see this amazing part of New Zealand for yourself.
Phone: +64 3 442 2207 Freephone: 0800 676 264
Email: [email protected]
Visit our website: www.glenorchyair.co.nz/
FAQ: Glenorchy Air Scenic Flights
What are the main scenic destinations offered by Glenorchy Air in New Zealand?
Glenorchy Air offers breathtaking scenic flights to Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Fiordland, and New Zealand’s majestic glaciers. Passengers can also explore iconic movie locations from The Lord of the Rings, showcasing some of the country’s most spectacular alpine and coastal landscapes.
How can I experience the sunrise scenic flights in Queenstown?
The Sunrise Flight departs from Queenstown Airport and captures Mt Aspiring and nearby glaciers in the soft light of dawn. Passengers enjoy panoramic views of the Olivine Ice Plateau and surrounding peaks, making it a remarkable way to see New Zealand’s Southern Alps come to life.
What makes the Milford Sound scenic flight and cruise a must-do experience?
This popular Fly / Cruise / Fly package combines a scenic flight over mountains, waterfalls, and forests with a cruise through Milford Sound. Passengers travel the full length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea, spotting waterfalls, seals, and occasionally dolphins before flying back to Queenstown.
What is included in the Mount Cook scenic flight with landing experience?
The Mount Cook flight takes you over the Southern Alps to Aoraki / Mount Cook, with a landing at Glentanner Aerodrome beside Lake Pukaki. Guests can enjoy a café stop and spectacular alpine views before returning over the Mackenzie Basin — a true highlight among New Zealand’s scenic flights.
How can I customize my scenic flight experience around Mount Cook and the glaciers?
Travellers can enhance their flight by adding a snow or glacier landing, a ski-plane or helicopter experience, or even a guided Heli Hike. Each option lets you step into the heart of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and see the glaciers from extraordinary, up-close perspectives.
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