Glenorchy Air

Tagline Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Family-owned scenic flight company offering sightseeing flights from Queenstown to Milford Sound, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Stewart Island and Mt. Aspiring.

Description Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Glenorchy Air operates scenic flights from Queenstown Airport in a modern fixed-wing aircraft fleet. Experiences include scenic flights, Milford Sound cruises, glacier adventures, wildlife encounters, heli hikes, private charters and corporate group itineraries. Every seat is a window seat, and flights include commentary from experienced local pilots.

Mission Brand's website · 2026-11-07

To showcase New Zealand's most spectacular landscapes through safe, memorable scenic flight experiences and warm local service.

Founders & leadership Brand's website · 2026-11-07

James Stokes, CEO; Kirstin Stokes, Brand Manager; Megan George, Operations Manager; Michael Rutherford, Safety Systems Manager; Joe Kirby, Business Manager.

Website Brand's website · 2026-11-07

https://glenorchyair.co.nz

Voice & tone Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Warm, welcoming, adventurous, scenic and service-focused, with an emphasis on local expertise, comfort and safety.

Founded Brand's website · 2026-11-07

November 1992

Headquarters Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Queenstown Airport, Main Terminal Building, Sir Henry Wigley Drive, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand.

Parent ownership Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Owned and operated by the Stokes family since 1 July 2019; founded by Robert and Janet Rutherford.

Problem solved Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Helps visitors experience New Zealand's remote alpine landscapes and iconic destinations efficiently and comfortably from the air, while coordinating related cruises, transfers and adventure activities.

Core capabilities Brand's website · 2026-11-07

• Scenic fixed-wing flights from Queenstown
• Milford Sound flight and cruise experiences
• Aoraki/Mount Cook scenic flights and heli hikes
• Stewart Island day trips and scenic flights
• Sunrise flights over Mt. Aspiring and the glaciers
• Private charter and VIP experiences
• Corporate events and group itineraries
• Cruise, coach, jet boat and ground-transfer coordination

Products / SKUs Brand's website · 2026-11-07

• Milford Sound Fly | Cruise | Fly
• Milford Sound Coach | Cruise | Fly
• Milford Sound Fly | Explore | Fly
• Milford Sound Private Charter Flight + VIP Cruise
• Mt. Cook Fly | Explore | Fly
• Mt. Cook Fly | Heli Hike | Fly
• Stewart Island scenic flights and day trips
• Sunrise Mt. Aspiring + The Glaciers

Pricing Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Prices are listed in New Zealand dollars and include GST. The booking page shows starting prices of NZ$539 for Sunrise Mt. Aspiring + The Glaciers, NZ$669 for Milford Sound Fly | Explore | Fly, NZ$929 for Milford Sound Coach | Cruise | Fly, NZ$959 for Mt. Cook Fly | Explore | Fly, and NZ$1,999 for Mt. Cook Fly | Heli Hike | Fly. Prices vary by product.

Target industry Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Tourism, scenic aviation and travel experiences.

Customer base Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Visitors to Queenstown and New Zealand, families, adventure travelers, and corporate groups.

Ideal customer profile Brand's website · 2026-11-07

Travelers visiting Queenstown who want premium scenic access to Milford Sound, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Stewart Island or Mt. Aspiring, as well as corporate groups seeking coordinated flight-and-activity itineraries.

Use cases Brand's website · 2026-11-07

• Sightseeing over the Southern Alps and Fiordland
• Visiting Milford Sound by flight, cruise or coach
• Exploring Aoraki/Mount Cook and glaciers
• Taking a Stewart Island day trip
• Experiencing a sunrise flight over Mt. Aspiring
• Booking private VIP scenic tours
• Planning corporate celebrations, events and group trips
• Combining scenic flights with cruises, heli hikes or jet boating

Customer outcomes Brand's website · 2026-11-07

• Access to iconic New Zealand landscapes from the air
• Guaranteed window-seat views for every passenger
• Informative commentary from experienced local pilots
• Coordinated scenic flights, cruises, activities and transfers
• A premium, comfortable and safety-focused travel experience
• Flexible rescheduling or full refunds when weather prevents flight operations
• Memorable corporate and group experiences