Most-reviewed trip
Ski Plane And Combo Flights

Four flights, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $277 to $453.82.
Four flights over Aoraki / Mount Cook cover ski plane only and ski plane plus helicopter options, with per person prices from $277 to $453.82. All depart from Mount Cook Airport and run between 45 and 65 minutes, and three include a glacier landing with 10-15 minutes on the snow when weather allows. Every flight can be cancelled free of charge.

Glacier Highlights Ski Plane
45 minutes · Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters
from $397.02 per person Check availability →
Grand Circle Ski Plane
1 hour 5 minutes · Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters
from $453.82 per person Check availability →
Helicopter Or Ski Plane, 55 Minutes
55 minutes · Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters
from $388 per person Check availability →Common Questions
How Much Do Ski Plane And Combo Flights Cost?
Per person prices run from $277 for the Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo to $453.82 for the Grand Circle Ski Plane. Glacier Highlights Ski Plane starts at $397.02 and Helicopter or Ski Plane, 55 Minutes at $388, also per person. None of the four prices varies by group size.
How Long Do The Flights Run?
The Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo and Glacier Highlights Ski Plane each run 45 minutes total, with 10-15 of those minutes on the snow when weather allows a glacier landing. Helicopter or Ski Plane, 55 Minutes runs 55 minutes, and the Grand Circle runs 65 minutes, shown as 1 hour 5 minutes. The Grand Circle also sets aside 10-15 minutes on the snow, subject to weather.
What Is Included And What Should I Check?
All four flights depart from Mount Cook Airport and offer free cancellation. Three include a glacier landing with 10-15 minutes on the snow, but weather on the day decides whether a landing happens, and Helicopter or Ski Plane, 55 Minutes does not state whether it lands. That flight carries a 116 kg weight limit and seats a maximum of 6 people, so check both against your party.
How Do I Choose Between The Flights?
The Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo ($277) is the only one that puts you in both aircraft, and it is rated 4.7 from 378 reviews. For the most time overall, the Grand Circle runs 65 minutes total for $453.82, including about 10-15 minutes on the snow, while Glacier Highlights ($397.02, rated 5.0 from 21 reviews) seats up to 16 people. Helicopter or Ski Plane, 55 Minutes has 8 reviews, seats 6, and leaves the aircraft choice to the operator.
Compare The Four Flights Side By Side
| Tour | Length | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo | 45 minutes | $277 per person | ★ 4.7 (378) |
| Glacier Highlights Ski Plane | 45 minutes | $397.02 per person | ★ 5.0 (21) |
| Grand Circle Ski Plane | 1 hour 5 minutes | $453.82 per person | 16 reviews |
| Helicopter or Ski Plane, 55 Minutes | 55 minutes | $388 per person | 8 reviews |





