Sunset Scenic Flight
at 'Golden Hour'

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Experience Queenstown’s three iconic ski fields from the air in the early evening, perfectly timed for the ‘golden hour’, when the sun sits low in the sky, casting a soft, warm glow across the landscapes.

As daylight fades, snow-covered peaks and alpine lakes glow in rich golden light.

Soar above Queenstown’s three iconic ski fields, Coronet Peak, Cardrona and The Remarkables, and spot the runs and lifts you know… or will soon conquer.

First tracks matter. But sunset over the Southern Alps? That’s unforgettable.

Highlights.

Take a bird’s-eye view of runs, chairlifts and ridgelines you’ve already skied or plan to tackle.
Experience our region’s three peaks — Coronet Peak, Cardrona and The Remarkables — from above.
Glide over Coronet Peak’s groomers and bowls and the Wakatipu Basin below.
Fly above Cardrona Alpine Resort, seeing its alpine basins, lift network, and high-country terrain toward Wānaka.
Circle The Remarkables, with dramatic peaks and skiable slopes rising high above Lake Wakatipu.
Stunning ‘Golden hour’ light creates unforgettable photo opportunities.
A unique way to connect your ski holiday — from slopes you’ve skied (or snowboarded) to peaks you’ll explore next.
Learn from our experienced pilots, who share stories of the region throughout your flight.
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 Air Milford booking.

Option to include a donation to offset carbon emissions. All funds raise contribute to local tree planting and conservation projects in the Wakatipu Basin.

A personal pre-flight session with your pilot to explore the flight route
40-minute scenic flight from Queenstown Airport
Expert commentary on our local ski fields, peaks & alpine landscapes
Stunning aerial views in the best early evening light
Complimentary transport to/from most local accommodation.

Departs from 4:30pm (varies with sunset times)

Adult: $419 | Child: $319

Winter only experience, operating 14 June – 31 August.

Flight departs daily on an ‘On Demand’ basis, minimum numbers apply.

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 visit our FAQs.

Prices listed are NZD. Valid 01 October 2026 – 30 September 2027.

Flight Time

40 minutes

Duration

Allow 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)

This flight is an ideal first or last-day winter experience — a relaxing way to see where you’ve been skiing or to preview the alpine terrain still to come.

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Sunset Scenic Flight
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Experience Queenstown’s three iconic ski fields from the air in the early evening, perfectly timed for the ‘golden hour’, when the sun sits low in the sky, casting a soft, warm glow across the landscapes.