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Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

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Join Southern Alps Air for this spectacular Milford Sound and Glacier Flight with Cruise. Departing from Wanaka you'll Fly further, see more!

Join Southern Alps Air for this spectacular Milford Sound and Glacier Flight with Cruise. Departing from Wanaka you'll Fly further, see more!

Highlights

  • Spectacular scenic flight over the Southern Alps to Milford Sound
  • 2 Hour cruise of the fiord

You won't believe your eyes when you Fly from Wanaka across the Southern Alps to Milford Sound. All passengers enjoy excellent viewing from window seats.

See Glaciers Galore, waterfalls, 2 World Heritage National Parks, rainforest, snow, ice, rivers, valleys - stunning vistas of rugged untouched wilderness.

Fly the full length of Milford Sound before landing and enjoying 2 hours out on the fiord while listening to your skipper talking of the history and geography of the area. Then enjoy a return flight to Wanaka via a different scenic route.

Wanaka is a popular departure point for Milford Sound Flights offering similar prices for a longer flight and better views than the flights departing from other locations. Departing from Wanaka enables passengers close up views of the spectacular Mt Aspiring and many glaciers which are not able to be seen if departing from neighbouring Queenstown.

Experienced and friendly pilots who share interesting information during your flight.

Adult $749.00
Child $560.00 (3-13 years old)
Infant $0.00 (0-2 years old)

What's included

  • Return scenic flight
  • 2 Hour cruise

Location

  • Wanaka Airport
  • 12 Lloyd Dunn Avenue
  • Wanaka

Notes

  • Infants: Infants are free of charge when accompanied by a fare paying adult, sitting with an infant restraint belt on their parents lap. Strictly 1 infant per adult.

    Please make sure you check your booking confirmation for full pre-flight requirements and check-in details

    Duration: Allow 4 hours return

    Departures from Wanaka Airport, 12 Lloyd Dunn Avenue, Wanaka

    Conditions: Departures can be weather dependent, where a flight is unable to depart due to bad weather you will be offered a re-schedule or full refund. Flights Guaranteed confirmed with 4 passengers or more, smaller bookings waitlisted to confirm. Discount fares are transferable at Southern Alps Air's discretion.

    Qualmark & enviro endorsed as well as Department of Conservation approved operator.

    Owner/Operated since 1975

  • Child Age is 3-13 years.

    Infants 0-2yrs travel free (1 infant per adult).

Available Bookings from 22 Jan to 4 Feb 2026

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$645.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$749.00
  • Child$560.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.9

96 reviews

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E-FAN CHEN from Taiwan wrote on 21 January 2020

Beautiful trip

在飛機上看見壯闊的風景,來回看的風景不同,坐的船不大但是能很靠近瀑布,是個只花半天就能好好欣賞峽灣與紐西蘭高山的好方式,

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From Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Thank you so much for taking the time to review your Milford Sound Glacier Flight and Cruise. We are delighted that you enjoyed it so much and that you were able to save a lot of time by taking the flight instead of the 10 hour return road trip from Wanaka. There is so much out there to see that you couldn't imagine what it is like until you have had a look from the air. I hope you enjoyed your visit to our beautiful Wanak as well and had a great time throughout your stay in NZ. Thank you for flying with Southern Alps Air - safe travels. Kind regards Anne Owner/Operator SAA

petal from New Zealand wrote on 27 August 2022

Fantastic

A bucket list experience. Best ever

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From Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the Milford Sound Glacier Flight and Cruise that we were lucky enough to have the opportunity to share with you. Your timing was perfect, it was an absolutely stunning day to fly from Wanaka to Milford Sound - it doesn't come any better than that. Definitely 3rd time lucky! Even the pilots, who have been there many times were raving about it being awesome. Thank you for flying with us and we hope you enjoy the rest of your time in New Zealand, it was lovely to meet you both. Best regards Anne

Verena Kolbe from Germany wrote on 21 January 2026

Best experience ever!

‚Once in a lifetime‘-experience! Unbelievable trip, perfect service, best flight with breathtaking views. We always felt safe and well taken care of. Beautiful cruise, 2 hours were just perfect. It was worth every cent, we will never forget!

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joanh8 from Singapore wrote on 10 July 2025

Unforgettable experience

Glad that the weather played to our favor after 2 days cancellation. Doug hit was smooth and awesome views and explanation from the pilot. Cruise was just as good and we had reserved seats for us though it will be good for the pilot to let us know cos we chanced upon it ourselves. Strongly recommend the fly-cruise-fly experience.

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Julie Winchester from New Zealand wrote on 07 February 2025

Out of this world

One of the most incredible experiences ever, a must on the bucket list. Amazing team at Southern Air Wanaka, well worth the time and money 😃✈️🛥 👏

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From Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Wow — thank you for such an amazing review! We're thrilled to hear it was one of your most incredible experiences and that it earned a spot on the bucket list! 😊✈️🛥️ Our team at Southern Air Wanaka truly appreciates your kind words, and we’re so glad you found it worth the time and money. Hope to see you again for another unforgettable adventure!

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