29 Lucas Place, Queenstown Airport · Up in the air

Soar Over Queenstown on a 20-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing & Return Transfers

Book up until 30 September 2026
9.8
Outstanding
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Awaken your sense of adventure by flying above the scenic landscape of Queenstown with a special helicopter flight experience. You’ll enjoy panoramic aerial views as you glide from Queenstown and over the Wakatipu Basin. Discover the magic of the region from your remote alpine landing location, where you’ll soak in the sights of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and Glenorchy.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one infant (0—3), one child (4—14) or one adult (15+)
  • 20-minute total trip duration including alpine landing (possible snow landing in winter)
  • Experience a bird’s eye view of Queenstown and surrounding mountains
  • Informative pilot commentary
  • Return transfers from selected hotels or central Queenstown pick-up point
  • Available every day on request: 9am–3.30pm
  • Bookings available FROM 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026
Overview
Availability: Every day
Duration: Flexible
From¥39,169/person
Includes taxes & fees
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Pricing & availability

Location
29 Lucas Place, Queenstown Airport
From
¥39,169/person
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Location

29 Lucas Place, Queenstown Airport, Queenstown, QTWN

Things to know

  • Bookings essential at least two days in advance by phone (0800 500 575) with passengers’ full name and title, specify adult or child, date of travel, central Queenstown accommodation location, departure time and voucher number
  • Book in advance to secure desired date and time
  • Please call 0800 500 575, 24 hours prior to departure for a weather check and to reconfirm your booking
  • Guests must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time for check-in
  • Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

100% refund to your original payment method or credits
  • Up to 7 days after purchase
  • As long as 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
  • From 24 hours before the booking date
  • Warm clothing
  • Sturdy covered shoes
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen

Every day

Blackout Dates May Apply: Dates are identigfied in the Booking Calendar

Important:

  • Exclusions: Meals, drinks and transfers
  • Departure Point: The Helicopter Line Queenstown – 29 Lucas Place, Queenstown 9300, NZ
  • If self-driving to the departure point, please arrive at least than 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time for check in
  • Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Return transfers are available from selected hotels or central Queenstown pick-up point. Please advise accommodation location/preferred pick-up point at time of booking
  • Please be waiting in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time. Late arrivals and no shows voids voucher
  • Valid for the flight path selected at the time of purchase – please make your selection carefully
  • Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
  • Please allow up to one hour for this experience including check-in, safety briefing and your flight and snow landing
  • Helicopter flights are shared, meaning you will likely share your aircraft with other guests
  • Each helicopter can hold up to six passengers or a maximum combined weight of 480kg
  • All tours are subject to availability and weather. All passengers must receive a safety briefing prior to departure
  • Please call 0800 500 575, 24 hours prior to departure for a weather check and to reconfirm your booking
  • See all risk and safety information here

Terms & Conditions:

  • Child rate is valid for children aged 4–14. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a paying parent/adult guardian (18+)
  • Children aged 0–3 are considered infants and may fly for a surcharge from NZ$195 payable directly to The Helicopter Line on day of booking
  • For bookings of more than one infant (0–3), please contact The Helicopter Line directly as aviation conditions apply
  • A fuel surcharge may apply to the ticket price. In such cases, any charge will be collected on departure, payable directly to The Helicopter Line. No fuel surcharge is presently applicable
  • Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability. In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations
  • The Helicopter Line will not be liable for any loss, damage, additional expenses or inconvenience arising from, or incidental to, any delay in service. The Helicopter Line works in conjunction with other tour operators and is not liable for their acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise. Travel and admissions will be subject to the conditions imposed by the operators, which may limit or exclude liability for personal injury or property damage
  • In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations. Please note, if half the paid tour was possible, the component not experienced will be refunded, not both
  • All flights require a minimum number for departures, this varies at each base. Bookings will be accepted for numbers less than the required minimum number on the basis that bookings will be co-ordinated to achieve minimum numbers
  • Should inclement weather prevent a flight at the booked location, the same prepaid voucher will be accepted at any of The Helicopter Line aviation bases for a flight of similar duration and price. This avoids the situation of refunds
  • For further The Helicopter Line Terms & Conditions, please see here

Please Note:

  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

The Helicopter Line

With more than 35 years’ experience, The Helicopter Line is New Zealand’s leading helicopter operating company. Since 1986, The Helicopter Line has grown to become the largest provider of scenic flights in the country, with professional staff providing safe, exciting and bespoke helicopter experiences and private charters across New Zealand’s alpine regions and national parks.

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Reviews

9.8
Outstanding
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