Glenorchy Air

91 McBride St | Queenstown Airport, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

+64 3 4422207

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Ranked #6 of 138 activities in Queenstown

141 Reviews

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Owner description: Operating out of Queenstown airport and flying across the Southern alps on one of the most spectacular short scenic flights in the world, Glenorchy... more » Owner description: Operating out of Queenstown airport and flying across the Southern alps on one of the most spectacular short scenic flights in the world, Glenorchy Air is a family business owned and operated by Janet and Robert Rutherford. We operate daily fly-cruise-fly, overflight, helicopter and coach options into and out of Milford Sound and have been doing so for 20 years. Glenorchy Air run regular flights to the Mount Cook region, to Mount Aspiring, Queenstown's local glaciers, Stewart Island, Otago's East Coast and to Fiordlands Doubtful Sound. As we worked on the "Lord of the Rings" movies we have a unique insight into movie locations with various flightseeing options and personalised tours on offer.

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SELINA R

Auckland Region, New Zealand

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3 reviews

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“AMAZING ALPINE FLIGHT FROM MILFORD SOUND TO QUEENSTOWN”

Reviewed 13 May 2013

Thank you Glenorchy Air!!! Thank you Ray for an amazing flight back to Queenstown topping off an Amazing days experience from Queenstown to Milford return. I'm still on Cloud 9. I got to see things that I would not normally get to see from land unless I was Sir Edmund Hillary. New Zealand has some breathtaking landscapes. And thanks to... More

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Mark H

Coolangatta, Australia

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“Amazing!”

Reviewed 10 May 2013

The best way to see the most beautiful parts of New Zealand. I never had an experienced anything as beautiful as the scenic flight i took with Glenorchy Air. The mountain's, snow and lakes were a truly breathtaking spectacle. I have snowboarded in New Zealand many times and had never realised how much more impressive the mountains are from the... More

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Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your flight with Glenorchy Air. This is a special part of the world with breathtaking scenery and we love sharing it with visitors, like yourself. Thanks again. More

DKL_NYC

New York City, New York

2 reviews

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“See Below for "How to create a huge dent in your Bucket List"”

Reviewed 20 April 2013

Quite simply, Glenorchy Air is a superb family-run operation. Despite our hotel's recommendation to fly with another company, we decided to stick with Glenorchy Air and are so glad we did. We took a RT flight to Milford Sound on Wednesday, March 20th. The weather was absolutely beautiful that day and everything about our flight with Glenorchy Air and time... More

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Many thanks for your fantastic feedback regarding your recent trip with us. Your comments about Ray are especially flattering. As a family run business, we have been operating in the Queenstown area for over 20 years. Our aim is to provide a professional yet personal service, we are delighted you had such a wonderful time flying with us. You are... More

rtw2014

Denver, Colorado

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43 helpful votes

“FANTASTIC Pilot and experience”

Reviewed 19 April 2013

We had a wonderful RT flight with MacKenzie to Milford Sound. Can't even fathom sitting in a bus for hours to get to Milford when the fly option isn't that much more expensive. Robert and Janet are a delight. Robert was our pilot 16 years ago when we were here, so, they definitely know what they are doing, and are... More

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Thank you for your review. Mackenzie thanks you for your kind comments. We are obviously doing it right as this is your second trip with us. Next time you visit New Zealand you will have to look into one of our many other flights, Mt Cook perhaps? We hope you enjoy the rest of your holiday. More

63summer

Sydney, Australia

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4 reviews

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2 helpful votes

“Fantastic half-day adventure!”

Reviewed 11 April 2013 via mobile

We would highly recommend flying to Milford Sound with Glenorchy Air. We flew as a family with our boys of 10 and 7 and we were very well looked after from our pick up in the morning until we were dropped back in the afternoon. We flew in an 8-seater and the flight was absolutely stunning. Our pilot Hayden gave... More

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Thank you for the great review, as we are a family owned business it is always positive when we receive a great review from another family. I'm glad you had the opportunity to see so much and your positive comments are greatly valued by all of us at Glenorchy Air. More

jewemi

Singapore, Singapore

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28 reviews

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12 helpful votes

“You should not miss out on this”

Reviewed 10 April 2013

I had a very good travel experience with Glenorchy Air - having chosen the package to fly-cruise-fly to Milford Sound. The prices are affordable and the sights are simply breathtaking. This is also the quickest way to get to Milford Sound from Queenstown - the alternative is a daunting 4-hour drive. The flights are also very dependent on good weather... More

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Thank you so much for your great review. Its always a terrific boost for our pilots and staff to receive such positive feedback. More

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AKJL

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9 reviews

3 attraction reviews

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2 helpful votes

“Professional and friendly”

Reviewed 9 April 2013

Easy booking process, and great flexibility when we needed to change dates. Pilot Hayden was very professional, but gave a really relaxed warm welcome. Souvenir DVD was a lovely final touch

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We are so pleased you enjoyed your trip with us. Thank you for taking the time to write a great review and for choosing Glenorchy Air. More

abi b

Leicester, North Carolina

1 review

“Best trip ever!!!!”

Reviewed 30 March 2013

The flight to and from milford sound has been the highlight of my holiday so far in new Zealand. Our pilot ray was a top class bloke and brilliant pilot, we wouldn't of wanted anyone else to show us the amazing views of the milford sound. He was very knowledgeable about the area and pointed out all of the landmarks... More

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Thank you for your kind review. I agree that the fly/cruise/fly option gives you a great perspective of Milford Sound and the surrounding Fiordland National Park. It is always great to hear that we have been the highlight of someone’s trip to New Zealand. I have passed on your comments to your pilot Ray. Thanks again for such a wonderful... More

DaveMaw

Melbourne, Australia

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“Friendly, efficient service and awesome sights”

Reviewed 30 March 2013 via mobile

Today my wife and I went on a fly/cruise/fly trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound with Glenorchy Air. The flight to Milford Sound was an experience never to be forgotten and the commentary from our excellent pilot (MacKenzie) was most informative. Glenorchy Air informed us there was a high probability that the weather would close in and we would have... More

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What a great review! As you know the weather plays such a huge part in our line of business, I am so pleased we were able to offer you the flight back to Queenstown and that we were able to take a different route allowing you to see even more of the amazing scenery. I have passed on your comments... More

Sonia M

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6 reviews

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“Exciting highlight of our trip”

Reviewed 28 March 2013

Greg and I had a great flight to Milford Sound with our friendly and expert pilot Mackenzie in early March. Being in the small Cessna 206 was an exciting way to see so much of the beautiful area. The company picked us up from our hotel too. We took lots of great pictures and received a souvenir DVD. Hard to... More

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Many thanks for your comments on your recent trip with us. We are so glad you had such a memorable experience. You mention the small aircraft being an exciting way to see so much of the area, it is worth me mentioning that all of our passengers get a window seat with unimpaired views of the spectacular scenery. Thanks again... More