13 Scenic Flights in Queenstown, With the Price Beside Each

1.Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 175 reviews · from $378Our pick

Take a 50-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown over Skippers Canyon, the Rees Valley, Mt Aspiring National Park, and the Earnslaw Burn. You may land on or near a glacier, depending on snow and crevasse conditions. English-speaking pilots such as Alfie, Jeremy, Jack, and Alice provide commentary along the way.

“What a fantastic day we had. We were immediately put at ease in terms of safety, with all of the staff being very professional and informative. Our pilot was excellent and very considerate - he realised my partner was a little nervous about flying and managed to calm her nerves. The flight itself was fantastic - we landed on a relatively small but accessible glacier: Bryant Glacier, and the pilot ensured that we did not walk on any unsafe sections of the glacier. Then we explored so many beautiful areas of the mountain range, including a stunning hanging glacier (Earnslaw Burn?), and got to see from above, some LotR sights,…”

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2.Pilot’s Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · from $245Top rated

Take a 20-minute scenic helicopter flight from Queenstown over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables, with an alpine landing about 5,046 feet up. Your pilot, such as Bill, Jezza, Jono, or Ben, provides live commentary, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Snow may be present at the landing site, depending on the season and weather.

“We were excited about the trip to begin with, but we didn’t even realize we were going to get to land on the top of a mountain and walk around. The experience allowed us to see gorgeous views of Queenstown and the surrounding wonderful mountains! I would highly recommend adventure to anyone who enjoys getting up high!”

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3.50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $446

Take a 50-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown over Skippers Canyon, Earnslaw Burn, alpine lakes, glaciers, and Mt. Aspiring National Park. You land on a snowy glacier for about 10 minutes. Hotel transfers, headsets, landing fees, and GST are included. Flights carry no more than six people.

“Amazing experience with beautiful scenery and knowledgeable pilot. Would highly recommend to do whilst in Queenstown”

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4.Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $547

Fly from Queenstown over Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables, Rees and Dart valleys, and Jura Glacier. Your pilot provides commentary and lands for 5 to 10 minutes in the snow. Flights carry up to six passengers, with hotel pickup from central Queenstown.

“Amazing! Once in a life time experience😀 Very professional & well worth the price tag. Something we will always remember!”

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5.Remarkables Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 91 reviews · from $149Best value

Take a 20-minute helicopter flight above Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin, then land on the Remarkables Spur at about 5,000 feet. Your English-speaking pilot points out glaciers, gold-mining sites, film locations, valleys, Coronet Peak, and Cecil Peak. Pilots such as Archie, Michael, Jack, Kurt, and Alfie are praised for smooth flying and friendly commentary.

“Kurt is a great pilot and guide. Very informative and very friendly. Many thanks Kurt and team. Our pick up team and introduction team was very helpful and informative as well. Thank you very much. 10 out of 10. 🙏”

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6.Scenic Alpine Heli-Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 88 reviews · 35 min · from $239

Take a 35-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters. Fly over Skippers Canyon and the Whakatipu Basin, listen to commentary from your pilot, and land on a remote alpine peak. Hotel pickup is available from selected locations. Pilots such as Alfie, Jeremy, and Michael have been praised for clear explanations and calm service.

“Honestly would have paid double. What an amazing experience. My wife and kids were smiling from ear to hear the whole time. Our pilot Alfie I think was his name was amazing. Will definitely do that again”

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7.Queenstown Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing | 30 mins

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 30 min · from $269

Fly from Heliworks Queenstown over the Whakatipu Basin, Lake Whakatipu, mountains, and valleys, then land on snow for about 10 minutes of photos and snow play. You share the helicopter with 6 to 9 passengers, and pilots such as Craig, Eddie, and James are praised for smooth flying and lively commentary. Snow landings run during the winter season, weather permitting.

“One of the best experiences we had in New Zealand and made checked one of our bucket list. The staff was very kind and updated us in real time about the status of our tour, the weather, etc. Our pilot was very professional in driving the helicopter which made us feel safe. He was even gracious enough to take photos of us in the snow. This is a highly recommended activity when you are in Queenstown.”

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8.50-Minute Southern Glacier Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 50 min · from $499

I’ll take you from Queenstown Airport across the Southern Alps to Mount Aspiring National Park, with pilot commentary, glacier views, and a 10-minute snow landing among the peaks. This small-group flight lasts 50 minutes, includes hotel pickup from many Queenstown addresses, and depends on suitable weather.

“A breathtaking experience like no other... to be able to see these majestic peaks as one only can from the air. Plenty of information given by our guide, as well as thrills from getting so close to the rock/snowy mountain tops.”

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9.Snowmobiling Experience with Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2h 30m · from $660

You’ll fly from Queenstown over the Remarkables, Hector Mountains, and Nevis River Valley before landing on a snowy Garvie Mountain plateau. Then you’ll ride your own snowmobile on a guided route, with warm overalls, boots, gloves, helmets, photo stops, and hotel pickup included. The small group is limited to six people.

“Helicopter ride was sensational with beautiful views. Snowmobiling guide was so down to earth & informative. Had an absolute ball. Would do again in a heartbeat.”

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10.25-30 Minute Snow Landing Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 25 min · from $215

Join Heli Glenorchy for a shared 25 to 30 minute flight over Glenorchy and Lake Wakatipu, with a 10-minute snow landing on an alpine peak. Pilot Matt has added local history and geology to the flight for some passengers. Bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes, and a camera.

“Amazing , Matt was great, very knowledgable, in terms of geology and local history. Very smooth flying and landing . Thank you Matt 🤲🏾”

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11.Day Trip to Stewart Island via Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 8 hours · from $459

Fly with Glenorchy Air from Queenstown over the Oreti River, Toetoes Bay, Dog Island, and Ruapuki Island to Stewart Island. You get about five hours to choose between Rakiura National Park, Ulva Island, Oban, walking, wildlife, or a local tour. Connor may be your pilot, and every passenger gets a window seat.

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12.Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $298

Meet Glenorchy Air inside Queenstown Airport before dawn for a 1 hour 15 minute fixed-wing flight around Mt. Aspiring. With no landing, you stay airborne over glaciers, icefalls, valleys, and remote national park country. The group is limited to nine, and every passenger gets a guaranteed window seat.

“the planning of the flight and the validation of the parking. excellent service overall.”

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13.Helicopter Flight and Gin Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $450

Spend six hours with Altitude Tours on a small-group gin adventure from Queenstown. Fly 15 minutes to a mountaintop for a tasting, then visit three spirit locations in Cardrona Valley, Arrowtown, and Arthurs Point, with shared grazing food and a Cardrona Distillery tour. The English-speaking guide handles transport, tastings, and local stories.

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