Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Price from
- $321 / person
- Location
- Queenstown, New Zealand
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 46 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Milford Sound Scenic Flights
- Meeting point
- Departure PointPickup from your central queenstown hotel, or you can self-drive to the baseAddress39 Lucas Place, FranktonDatesDailyReturn pointReturn to same departure location
Description
Experience Milford Sound by air on this scenic flight from Queenstown. Flying you over the highest peaks in Fiordland and their ancient glaciers. Get an aerial perspective of Milford Sound, as you fly beside Mitre Peak and both Bowen and Stirling Falls. Your return flight to Queenstown is via the Arthur Valley where you can see the famous Sutherland Falls in the distance and venture over the magnificent mountains and lakes of the Fiordland National Park.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $321
- Child (ages 3–14)
- $262
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Milford Sound
Experience the beauty of Milford Sound
Fiordland National Park
Fly over the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is the Fiordland National Park.
Glenorchy
Fly above Glenorchy, a little township located at the Northern end of Lake Wakatipu where it enters into the Mt Aspiring National Park.
Fiordland National Parks highest peak
Mitre Peak
One of the most recognisable peaks in Milford Sound
Lake Wakatipu
New Zealand's longest lake, at 80km in length
What's included
Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Complimentary pickup and drop-off from set locations
Scenic flight
Not included
Personal expenses
Food and drink
Pickup Locations & Times
Complimentary pickups start from 5 minutes after the weather check for your flight. Please check your confirmation email from the operator stating closest pickup location and time. If accommodation is not listed, please advise Milford Sound Scenic Flights and the team will advise of closest pickup location and time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
46 reviews
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are classed as 11kg or under. If when weighed at check in they are over 11kg in weight, they will be classed and charged as a child and will have to sit in their own seat due to infant seat belt weight restrictions.
- Stroller must be able to fold down to a small enough size to fit in the plane safely and be strapped up by the pilot
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers 36 weeks or more into their pregnancy
- We would generally not recommend flying in the last 2-3 months of pregnancy as a precaution.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown take?
Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown lasts about 1h 15min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown cost?
Prices start at $321 per person for this Queenstown experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:30 PM.
How much does Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown cost for children?
Children aged 3–14 pay from $262, adults from $321. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Complimentary pickups start from 5 minutes after the weather check for your flight. Please check your confirmation email from the operator stating closest pickup location and time. If accommodation is not listed, please advise Milford Sound Scenic Flights and the team will advise of closest pickup location and time. Pickup points include Sudima Queenstown Five Mile.
What languages is Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants are classed as 11kg or under. If when weighed at check in they are over 11kg in weight, they will be classed and charged as a child and will have to sit in their own seat due to infant seat belt weight restrictions. Stroller must be able to fold down to a small enough size to fit in the plane safely and be strapped up by the pilot
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 46 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Milford Sound Scenic Flights.
Reviews(46)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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