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20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight
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20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight

By Air Milford
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Ages 0-100, max of 12 per group
Duration: 20m
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  • Live pre-flight briefing with your pilot
  • Full in-flight pilot commentary, highlighting points of interest
  • Spectacular views of the Queenstown region


Departure details
  • Traveler pickup is offered.
  • We can do pick-up/drop-offs from central Queenstown. We do not offer complimentary pick-up/drop-off from Lake Hayes, Arrowtown, Jacks Point, Arthurs Point
  • Tex Smith Lane, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
  • Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 38244P16

  • Please let us know if you are over 120 kg
  • Minimum numbers required. Should the trip not reach this, an alternate excursion or date will be offered. Alternatively a full refund will be provided.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

What you can expect during your visit
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.

How much is 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight?
20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight price starts from $102.87. Discover and book 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight on Tripadvisor
What is the 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight cancellation policy?
20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight on Tripadvisor
Which company provides 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight?
20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight is hosted by Air Milford. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Air Milford on Tripadvisor. Discover and book 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight on Tripadvisor
How much time do I need for 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight?
On average, this experience will take approximately 20m. Discover and book 20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight on Tripadvisor

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 38244P16

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Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    Tex Smith Lane
    Or, you can also get picked up
    See departure details
  • Pass by
    The Remarkables Ski Area
    Gibbston
    Arrowtown
    Coronet Peak Ski Resort
    Moke Lake
    Lake Wakatipu
    Skyline Queenstown
    Queenstown
  • You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator
Air Milford
1,896
Queenstown, New Zealand
Joined in April 2007

#10 of 180 Outdoor Activities in Queenstown
  • Travel3833
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    Unforegettable!
    Amazing trip and I highly recommend! From start to finish, the entire day was very professional and well organized. Our pilot, Alex, was top-notch and did an excellent job on the flight over and back to Milford Sound. He described the mountains and other landmarks as we flew and also made sure our group got to the boat on time and back to the airport. The flight was as impressive as the boat cruise and the entire experience was the best part of my trip to New Zealand.
  • diana290
    diana290
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    Unforgettable experience
    The flight is unforgettable. Amazing scenery. Milford sound cruise also big success, we saw seal and penguins. Everything went very smooth, well organized.
  • Road39802832730
    Road39802832730
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    Amazing Flight And Cruise with Air Milford
    From start to finish we had the most amazing exprience. The warmest of welcomes from Anthony and his team . His knowledge and expertise made us feel comfortable at all times. A truely professional family business leaving no detail untouched, Thank you, myself and Micheal have been travelling to New Zealand for over 20 years. we will once again leave feeling blessed to have connected with some pretty awesome guys.
  • Riccardo S
    Riccardo S
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    Experience of a lifetime
    Highlight of our trip. The views were breathtaking - an experience that we will never forget. Would highly recommend this experience; you won’t be left disappointed. 5/5
  • Sightseer55505516965
    Sightseer55505516965
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    Best thing to do in Queenstown!
    Spectacular experience! Very organized, takes safety seriously, friendly, and made the entire flight so fun and exhilarating. Highly recommend! I was considering between flying and taking the bus and would 1000000% recommend flying with Air Milford!
  • kentaurides
    kentaurides
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    Wonderful experience
    Unfortunately weather meant that we were limited in time at Milford Sound and didn't get to do the cruise. The communication from the company was fantastic on this however, and I was offered the option of delaying in the hope of doing the cruise another day, or going with the original date. Tom was our pilot and gave some great commentary during the flight before pointing out where the best photo opportunities on the ground were. I'm so glad I did this trip - definitely worth every cent. Thanks Tom & team for an incredibly enjoyable and professional flight.
  • 593geoffb
    593geoffb
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    Fly in comfort back to Q-Town
    Antony was an amazing pilot and the flight was as memorable as it was short! Compare the 4 hour drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound to the 35 minute flying time … if the weather permits I highly recommend this! The views are unparalleled and the plane is super comfortable.
  • U8342VZjulies
    U8342VZjulies
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    Best experience of my whole vacation!
    IT WAS INCREDIBLE!! My friend and I were lucky enough to travel for several weeks through Australia and New Zealand. We saw so many amazing sights, but THIS WAS BY FAR MY MOST FAVORITE DAY OF THE ENTIRE TRIP! Antony was our pilot, and I was lucky enough to sit up front with him on our flight back from the sound. He was funny and very informative. He also made us feel safe and was so chill. I was not nervous at all. You felt as if you could just reach out and touch the mountains! The sights were beyond awesome, and we had a terrific experience the entire time. If I am ever lucky enough to get back to Queenstown, I will come back again for sure!
  • Fleta1
    Fleta1
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    Worth it!
    This was my second time going to Milford Sound - the first time the weather was not great, so I took the coach. The flight option was SO much better. Of course this time, the weather was perfect - so beautiful, and truly a fantastic experience!
  • shellsmoments
    shellsmoments
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    Highly recommend - these guys are the best!
    Top-class experience with a wonderfully run operation - purchased this experience for my father's 89th birthday. He absolutely loved it. The flight was incredible, the plane was fantastic and the cruise was awesome. Can't recommend this experience enough and I would only go with Air Milford!
  • HLW55
    HLW55
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    Fabulous trip - highly recommend this company
    We were very lucky to have brilliant weather and the whole day was fabulous. On arrival at the small airport we were given a very friendly welcome and a briefing about the trip (what to look out for etc). We then headed to the plane (I think there were 12 of us) and took to the skies. The views were sensational and the pilot gave us a commentary as we flew. We landed at the tiny airstrip and boarded the boat and had an amazing trip across the Sound. We were lucky enough to see a pod of bottlenose dolphins playing at the front of the boat and some seals basking on the rocks. The scenery - towering cliffs and beautiufl waterfalls - is breath-taking. We then flew back. An awesome day. Would thoroughy recommend this company, they were extremely professional, friendly and made us feel very relaxed.
  • dan_jerusha
    dan_jerusha
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    Holiday Highlight
    This was the highlight of our holiday to Queenstown. The staff were very friendly and easy to deal with when booking our tour. Communication was great. We were collected from our accommodation and taken to the Air Milford base where check-in was easy. The flight was incredible, words can't describe it! It was one of the best things we've ever done. The boat cruise on Milford didn't disappoint either. We had our own upper level section of the boat, so there was no scrambling to get a seat. Lunch was provided and was perfect for the trip. Our pilot was great and very experienced and knowledge. I highly recommend this trip.
  • Maxine A
    Maxine A
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    MUST DO scenic flight at Milford sound!
    We had an incredible day for this “must do” in Queenstown! The views are truly out of this world. We cannot recommend this enough, highlight of our whole trip! Thank you to the staff for being incredibly accommodating for our tight schedule. And thank you to Anthony for being a wonderful pilot and all your knowledge! This is a third generation, family run business that is the absolute best place to do this type of excursion. Their planes are safe and top of the line. Anthony let us know they do carbon offsets as well! If you are planning a trip to South Island NZ, this is a MUST DO.
  • ELP732
    ELP732
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    A special day out with a very professional company
    The weather was perfect for an up close view of the alps before flying the the length of the gorge and landing at Milford Sound. Ossie, our pilot, made us all comfortable and talked us calmly through a couple of minutes of turbulence. His flying skill is exemplary. The cruise on Milford Sound calmed the breath, opened the senses and was a good length before the return flight over a slightly different route back to Queenstown. Somebody gets the option to sit up-front with the pilot in each direction. The best view is from the back row and has the most leg room. A day out that is etched in memory forever. Your phots can only be spectacular.
  • Rachel M
    Rachel M
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    Not To Be Missed Experience
    Oz was was amazing as our tour guide and pilot. He gave us a heads up when there might be turbulence. And, he landed the 10-seater flawlessly. The cruise around Milford sound was just as enjoyable and the captain was just as informative. He got us up close to beautiful waterfalls. Overall, a great adventure.
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Corrinne Pillay
Auckland Central, New Zealand3 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
Our initial booking to fly/cruise/fly to Milford Sound was cancelled due to bad weather. We only had a day in Queenstown so couldn’t reschedule, the team at Milford Air was so accomodating and managed to arrange a scenic flight for my family of 5 to celebrate my husbands birthday. We had an incredible experience and the team was so friendly and helpful. Thank you Air Milford!!!
Written April 26, 2021
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Hi Corrinne Thank you for taking the time to review us on TripAdvisor and being so understanding on the day about the tricky weather in Milford. We absolutely loved having you and your boys with us this week and we are so glad we managed to help you celebrate your husband's birthday. Hopefully, next time you visit Queenstown we will be able to get you to Milford Sound. On behalf of the whole team at Air Milford, thank you for choosing to fly with us, we cannot wait to host you again in the future. Sincerely, Kris Guest Services
Written April 30, 2021
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Beth G
3 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
The scenic flight we did with Air Milford was definitely the highlight of our time in Queenstown. Anthony and his team were friendly and helpful right from the first time we made contact. We accompanied a group of people that were being dropped off at Walter Peak Station, and we ended up having 45mins flying time, views were spectacular !!
Thanks Anthony and your team for a memorable experience.
Written August 29, 2020
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Dear Beth G, Thank you for sharing your 5 star review of Air Milford with the TripAdvisor community. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your recent Queenstown scenic flight with Antony and that were were able to provide you with the highlight of your trip to Queenstown! Antony is an awesome pilot and enthusiastic guide, he loves sharing his insider knowledge as he flies over the Wakatipu basin. On behalf of the whole team here at Air Milford thank you for choosing to fly with us and for your high recommendation to future travelers. All the best, Mary, Guest services, Air Milford. ✈️NZ🗺️🥝📷😍⚓🛩️🐬
Written September 6, 2020
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Beth J
6 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
Fantastic team, very warm and friendly. Jo was extremely helpful with arranging the flight best suited for what our group was after. Antony was our very experienced pilot, who also served as an engaging, humorous and knowledgeable tour guide. Learnt many interesting points about the region, even though we had visited numerous times. Very welcoming, providing a first-rate experience; not to mention the breathtaking views. If you want to be well looked after, while also enjoying the trip of your lifetime, then I'd highly recommend flying Air Milford.
Written October 8, 2022
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Hi BJ913Traveller, Thanks so much for your kind review. We certainly pride ourselves on our service and knowledge, I will be sure to pass your feedback on to Jo and Antony. Antony grew up in this region so his knowledge of the area is top class. Thank you for letting other travellers know they will be looked after when they choose to fly with Air Milford. We hope to see you again next time you are choosing a Scenic Flight.
Written October 9, 2022
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Elishevah M
Wellington, New Zealand6 contributions
Jul 2021
This was so worth it! We finished our trip to Queenstown with it & it was the highlight for us. So much fun. Helpful staff with booking and free hotel pickup. Great pilot who tailored it to what we wanted to see, even throwing in some G-Force like a rollercoaster. I would say it's a must-do.
Written July 2, 2021
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Hi Elishevah Thank you for taking the time to review us on TripAdvisor!. We are happy to hear you had some G-force fun on our local 20 minute Scenic Flight of Queenstown and surrounding areas and that it was the highlight of your trip. On behalf of the whole team at Air Milford, thank you for choosing to fly with us, we cannot wait to host you again in the future. Sincerely, Kris
Written July 5, 2021
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RoyBuensuceso
Rotorua, New Zealand3 contributions
Jul 2020
This was a quick flight but the views up there were absolutely breathtaking! We didn't spend much time on the ground aside from the usual safety reminders and the briefing - which was good. We had fun seeing Queenstown from the skies - it was also full of information about the place; James was a fun pilot/guide. Although this may not be for the easily sick, the experience was well worth the few bumps and turbulence.
Written August 4, 2020
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Hi RoyBuensuceso Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on TripAdvisor. It is great to hear you enjoyed our Local Queenstown Scenic Flight with our pilot James. Thank you for pointing out that our pilots don't just fly the planes, they also give a full pre-flight briefing and most importantly, a safety briefing. When flying in the mountains, it is normal to get a few bumps. We have flown many nervous flyers before and ask if you are a nervous flyer, please let us know so your pilot is aware. The views do make for a great distraction. Love the obligatory post-flight photo op, always a nice touch to finish the trip by as it is a way to remember the plane you flew in 😄 On behalf of the whole team here, thank you for choosing to fly with us and all the best for your next adventures, Kind Regards Eden Guest Services Air Milford
Written August 16, 2020
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Ediecheeno
11 contributions
Sep 2020
Had a fantastic trip! Was lucky enough to sneak out of work for an hour for a free plane ride (the plane wasn't full) Have lived in queenstown for a few years and never seen it from the air like that. It was a bumpy flight but everyone felt super safe and well looked after. Would definitely recommend if you're visiting or live here. A unique way to have a look around, our pilot Anthony gave us lots of info as we flew. I also got to sit in the front which was really cooool!
Written September 25, 2020
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Dear Ediecheeno, Thank you for reviewing Air Milford on TripAdvisor. We are so pleased to hear you loved joining us for our 20-minute Queenstown Scenic Flight, as you say, whether a local or visitor, there's nothing quite like getting up in the air and viewing our incredible local landscape from above aboard a scenic flight! Antony is indeed a wonderful pilot and guide, he has a wealth of knowledge about our local region and is just bursting to share it with his passengers aboard. On behalf of the whole team here, thank you for your high recommendation to future travelers! All the best, Mary, Guest services, Air Milford. ✈️NZ🗺️🥝📷😍⚓🛩️🐬
Written September 27, 2020
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Kim C
3 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Seeing Queenstown from above is just WOW!The pilot was a Top Bloke & very knowledgable with a good humor too..A scenic flight is a Must do!!Highly recommend it.Photos do not do it justice at all! One word to summarize the Air Milford experience - AMAZING!
Written August 8, 2020
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Dear Keycee1402, Thank you for your awesome review of Air Milford. Queenstown is such a stunning place and we are really pleased to hear that you loved exploring it from above. It's also great to know that your pilot made a great impression, kept you entertained throughout and contributed to you having an AMAZING time flying with us! On behalf of the whole team thankyou for choosing to fly with us and for your high recommendation to future travelers. All the best, Mary, Guest services, Air Milford.
Written August 29, 2020
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Gill N
2 contributions
Fantastic experience. The staff are excellent - Sarah, Jane, Antony and Tom - friendly, experienced and professional, and the service and flight, first class.

We had planned to do Milford Sound flight and cruise, but poor weather at Milford cancelled the trip.

The staff were able to offer an alternate option (no pressure to rebook) with a scenic flight to Walter Peak, lunch and farm experience at High Country and return cruise on TSS Earnslaw.

Brilliant option - breathtaking scenery, fantastic food (even for the fussy teenagers!), and relaxing cruise back.

We’ll definitely book with the crew at Air Milford for our next holiday. Can’t wait to return 😁
Written February 3, 2023
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Hi Gill, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and five stars. We really appreciate it. We feel so priveledged to have been a part of your holiday and help make some special family memories. I would have to agree with you the food at Walter Peak is very good isn't it!?! the Walter Peak Scenic Flight is a fantastic way to get a all round perspective of the beautiful lake and mighty mountains Queenstown is blessed with. We look forward to seeing you again on your next trip. On behalf of all of the team here at Air Milford, thank you for choosing to fly with us. Many thanks, Annette
Written February 12, 2023
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Fleur S
Auckland, New Zealand4 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
Antony was great as a pilot, talked us through everything and made sure the kids were looked after. Great sights and commentary along the way. I would highly recommended Air Milford for the Queenstown sight seeing Trip.
Written January 6, 2022
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Hi Scott family, Thank you for sharing your five-star review of Air Milford with the TripAdvisor community. It is excellent to hear that you enjoyed your flight with Antony and that you so highly recommend this trip! Antony is always going above and beyond, so we love to hear that you felt well looked after and that his local knowledge and in-flight commentary enhanced your experience. On behalf of the entire Air Milford team, we thank you for choosing to fly with us and wish you all the best on your next adventure. Sincerely, Sara
Written January 15, 2022
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Gordon Whittleston
8 contributions
Aug 2020
We booked directly on the 'phone.....polite, helpful and professional. Our visit to the airfield was equally positive. A really warm welcome and flight with a family run firm that could not do enough to make the activity special. Anthony is a great pilot, knowledgeable and inspires confidence. We were able to choose our route within limits and the flight on a blue sky day with snow capped mountains was spectacular.
Highly recommended.
Written August 9, 2020
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Dear Gordon, Thank you for sharing your review of Air Milford on TripAdvisor. We are so pleased that you had fabulous time flying with Antony recently and that you have such a high recommendation to future travelers to come join us for a scenic flight. I 100% agree, flying in winter is so magical, with snow on all the hills and crisp clear skies! On behalf of your pilot Antony and the rest of the team, thank you for choosing to fly with us and all the best for your future adventures. Sincerely, Mary, Guest services, Air Milford.
Written September 4, 2020
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