Aoraki / Mount Cook Glacier Highlights 45-Minute Ski Plane Tour

This shared ski-plane flight spends about 45 minutes in a Pilatus Porter over Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park. From Mount Cook Airport you fly past Aoraki / Mount Cook, land on the Tasman Glacier — New Zealand’s largest — when conditions allow, then return to the same airport. On-snow time is typically about 10–15 minutes on the snow when a landing happens. The aircraft does not land on Aoraki’s summit and does not cross the tip. The aircraft seats up to about 9 passengers. The price is from NZ$699 per person. A child price may apply. A minimum of passengers is needed to operate (often 4). Meet at Mount Cook Airport on State Highway 80, about a five-minute drive before Aoraki / Mount Cook Village. Free car parking is available at the airport. There is no hotel pickup — make your own way. The same airport is used for check-in, takeoff and return. The exact flight time is confirmed after booking. Allow about 45 minutes before departure for check-in on this ski-plane flight. Wear a warm jacket and shoes suitable for standing on snow; bring sunglasses and a camera. Drones and selfie sticks are not allowed. Children of all ages are welcome and must fly with an adult. Infants may sit on a caregiver’s lap; a seat is still allocated and charged. Individual passenger weight is generally limited to about 116 kg for aircraft balance; guests may be weighed at check-in. Flights are sold year-round, weather permitting — check availability for dates and start times. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before for a full refund. Mountain weather changes quickly. Flights and snow or glacier landings depend on visibility and surface conditions. If a flight cannot operate, you can usually reschedule or claim a refund under the free-cancellation and weather policy on your booking. For a dual-vehicle changeover on the same glacier, see the 45-minute combo. For a shorter alpine helicopter with a high pad (weather and surface permitting), see the Tasman 25-minute helicopter. Live prices are shown when you book. See all 3 flights on the Aoraki / Mount Cook hub.