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Milford Sound
Fly / 2 Hour Landing / Fly

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A return Milford Sound scenic flight with time on the ground to explore at your own pace.

This scenic flight option is ideal for those who want to soak in the breathtaking views of Milford Sound from the air and explore its stunning landscapes on land without getting out on the water.

Highlights.

  • Take in the awe-inspiring landscapes of Fiordland on a return scenic flight to Milford Sound
  • Fly above iconic Southern New Zealand landscapes including Skippers Canyon, the Paradise region (famous film locations for Lord of the Rings/Hobbit Trilogies), the Donne glacier and more.
  • Soar the length of Milford Sound before landing at Milford Airport beneath dramatic Mitre Peak, rising a staggering 1,692m (5,551ft) straight from the fiord.
  • After landing, enjoy two relaxed hours to soak up the surroundings, your pilot can point you in the direction of short nature walks or where to go for a bite to eat.
  • You can take a self-guided stroll along the shoreline, snap photos of Mitre Peak, or enjoy delicious coffee and cake at the Discover Milford Café.
  • Return to Queenstown via a different flight path, showcasing more of Fiordland’s untouched beauty, including remote alpine lakes and spectacular Sutherland Falls (580m / 1,900ft)
  • Learn from our experienced pilots, who share stories of the region throughout your flight.
  • Alternatively, download our GPS-triggered audio commentary via the Southern Discoveries app for your flight. (English only)
  • Fly with confidence with a family owned and operated airline, backed by three generations of pilots, over 50 years of combined experience, and a 100% safety record.

 

Support conservation with every booking. When you fly or cruise with Air Milford, you can opt to make a voluntary donation to offset your carbon footprint. All contributions go towards local tree-planting and conservation projects in the Wakatipu Basin.
TOUR INCLUDES
  • A personal pre-flight session with your pilot to explore the flight map, route, and scenic highlights along the way
  • Return scenic flights departing Queenstown (40 minutes each way)
  • Landing at Milford Sound airstrip
  • Two hours on the ground in Milford Sound to explore at your leisure
  • In-flight commentary
  • Courtesy transfers from most CBD accommodation
TIMETABLE & PRICING
Departing Daily : 9:30AM & 11.30PM  

Adult: $640 NZD | Child: $450 NZD


Temporary Fuel Surcharge 
From 13 April 2026, a temporary fuel surcharge of $59 per person will be added at checkout and is not included in the above listed prices. For more information, please click here to visit our FAQs.

Prices listed are NZD. Valid 01 October 2025 – 30 September 2026.

 

Duration

Allow 5 hours

Flight Time

1 hour 20 minutes

Leisure Time in Milford Sound

2 hours

While exploring the foreshore walk, keep an eye out for the swing. It’s a perfect spot to snap a memorable photo with Mitre Peak behind you. Make sure to tag Air Milford when you post it!

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Stephen Singleton-Ryan

Flight Coordinator

Originally from Wellington, while finishing high school and figuring out what he wanted to do, Stephen started flying at his local aero club on the Kāpiti Coast. From his first trial flight, a passion for flying quickly developed, setting him on the path to complete his commercial training at Nelson Aviation College.

Before pursuing aviation fulltime, Stephen worked across a range of roles in retail and tourism, building strong people skills and a customer-focused approach. He started his flying career at Air Milford as a Flight Coordinator, joining the team in November 2025.

Drawn to the incredible location and world-class scenery, he enjoys working with guests and hearing their post-flight stories. Outside of work, Stephen loves to stay active and make the most of the outdoors. He’s big into snow sports and motorbikes, and enjoys exploring the region whenever he gets the chance.

Paul Lups

Pilot

After a chance encounter, Paul decided to follow his dream of becoming a pilot in 2009 and obtained his commercial licence in Christchurch before moving to the Outback of Australia flying on a station.

Returning home, he became qualified as a flight instructor and then moved into Air Traffic Control for a little over a decade. Paul successfully trained up many of the Air Traffic Controllers here in Queenstown in what is known as the most difficult control operations in New Zealand.

Outside of flying, Paul has small business experience in Queenstown and has even had a hand in setting up or negotiating commercial ventures in the area. Now, keeping active with his two children easily fill the rest of his time- the hardest job of them all!