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Great Walks
Scenic Flight Connections

Air Milford proudly provides hikers with exclusive aerial access to Fiordland’s iconic Great Walks — Milford, Kepler, and Routeburn Tracks. Departing from Queenstown, our scenic flights deliver unforgettable views of New Zealand’s pristine wilderness, making your hiking adventure even more extraordinary.

Walking the Kepler, Routeburn, or Milford Track is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many adventurers. Why not enhance your Great Walks journey by flying in or out, taking in spectacular aerial views of the mountains, valleys, and rivers you’ve explored?

Air Milford is the only operator offering exclusive flight connections in partnership with DOC and Trips & Tramps. Our Te Anau Downs airstrip, located directly on the Milford Road, allows hikers to conveniently begin or end any of these iconic tracks.

Whether you’re starting your hike fresh or finishing your trek, our scenic flights provide a unique perspective on Fiordland’s wilderness, letting you revisit your route from the air and celebrate your achievements in style.

Each flight offers breathtaking aerial highlights, including rugged peaks, deep valleys, and sparkling lakes. Combined with the convenience of our Te Anau landing, it’s the perfect way to maximize your Great Walks adventure while enjoying the comfort and reliability only Air Milford can provide.

Flights to Milford Sound from Queenstown - Mitre Peak View
TOUR INCLUDES
  • One-way scenic flight (approx. 35 minutes) directly to or from Te Anau Downs, allowing you to begin or conclude your Great Walk in comfort and style.
  • Courtesy pick-up or drop-off from centrally located Queenstown accommodation.

Pre track briefing at a DOC office is no longer a requirement. However Air Milford strongly advise that you call ahead to the nearest DOC office for a weather update.

While we are unable to organise shuttle transfers to the start of your Great Walk, we can instead assist by referring you to the best coach companies if needed.

TIMETABLE & PRICING
Daily departures
Please call for pricing to suit the specific requirements of your trip.
TOUR DURATION

Flight time is 35 minutes from Milford Airport

Our Te Anau Downs airstrip is sheltered spot. We are able to operate from there 90% of the time even if the weather is not looking good in Milford.

Discover Our Scenic Flights & Packages

Most Popular

A half-day journey combining scenic flights and a Milford Sound cruise for the ultimate Fiordland experience.

 

Pilot's Favourite

Soar above Milford Sound and at least five spectacular glaciers on this unforgettable early morning scenic overflight.

Winter Only

Discover Queenstown’s ski fields glowing beneath the setting sun on this afternoon scenic flight.

Fly to Walter Peak, land on a remote grass airstrip, enjoy a gourmet BBQ lunch, then cruise home aboard the TSS Earnslaw.