Lake TekapoDay Tours

Scenic Flights

Small plane flying over braided glacial rivers and turquoise lakes of the Mackenzie Basin.

Three scenic flights, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $211 to $313.

Three scenic flights operate from Lake Tekapo, with prices from $211 to $313 per person and durations of 25 to 50 minutes. The 50-minute plane flight departs from Lake Tekapo aerodrome, while both helicopter flights leave from a Lake Tekapo base. Every departure depends on the weather on the day, and all three operators allow free cancellation.

Common Questions

How Much Do Scenic Flights From Lake Tekapo Cost?

Prices run from $211 to $313 per person. The 50-minute scenic plane flight starts at $313, the Mackenzie Alpine Helicopter flight at $219, and the Helicopter Flight With Landing at $211. All three are priced per person and allow free cancellation.

How Long Are The Flights?

The plane flight lasts 50 minutes, and each helicopter flight lasts 25 minutes. The plane departs from Lake Tekapo aerodrome, while the helicopters depart from a Lake Tekapo base. Weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead.

What Is Included And What Should I Check Before Booking?

Each price covers one person, and free cancellation applies to all three flights. The plane flight does not include pickup, and pickup for the two helicopter flights is not stated. Because weather decides whether a flight departs, check conditions and confirm details with the operator on the day.

How Do I Choose Between The Plane And Helicopter Flights?

The 50-minute plane flight spends the most time in the air and carries a 4.9 rating from 139 reviews, while both helicopters fly for 25 minutes. The Mackenzie Alpine Helicopter flight has 1 review so far, and the Helicopter Flight With Landing has no reviews yet. If a landing appeals, the Helicopter Flight With Landing is the one described that way, though weather makes the final call.

Compare The Three Scenic Flights Side By Side

TourLengthFromRating
50-Minute Scenic Plane Flight50 minutes$313 per person★ 4.9 (139)
Mackenzie Alpine Helicopter25 minutes$219 per person1 review
Helicopter Flight With Landing25 minutes$211 per personNo reviews on this one yet

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