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title: "Sightseeing flights in Austria | Scenic flights over the Alps"
description: Experience impressive sightseeing flights and discover the Salzburg Alps from the air. Alpenflug offers sightseeing flights from Zell am See.
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lastmod: 2026-05-05
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# Sightseeing flights in Zell am See

## Sightseeing flight over the Alps with impressive panoramic views

Experience the world from a new perspective. A scenic flight over the Salzburg region gives you the opportunity to discover the Alps from the air and see the landscape in all its beauty. The scenic flights take off and land at the airfield in Zell am See and showcase the region's mountains, lakes, and valleys. From above, fields and meadows transform into a colorful panorama that makes every moment special.

### Small Alpine flight

The small Alpine flight offers a first impression of the Zell am See and Kaprun region. After reaching a flight altitude of around 2,400 meters, the route leads along the glacier on the Kitzsteinhorn into the Kaprun Valley. The impressive Mooserboden and Wasserfallboden reservoirs are clearly visible amid the mountains. The view of Lake Zell provides an impressive panorama at the end of the flight.

- Flight time: approx. 20 minutes
- Price per person: €119.00
- Location: Airfield Zell am See

![View of the Großglockner in Austria](https://www.alpenflug.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/8/csm_grossglockner-panorma-alpen-c-jan-kohl-unsplash_8881722197.jpg "Großglockner at sunset")

Exclusive view of the Großglockner, Austria's highest mountain, at sunset.

### Grand Alpine flight

The “Grand Alpine Flight” takes you over Zell am See to Kaprun. The flight route then continues to Austria's highest mountain, the Großglockner, at an altitude of 3,798 meters. The Grand Alpine Flight takes you along the Grossglockner High Alpine Road over the Hochtor Pass at an altitude of approximately 3,000 meters to Heiligenbut, then further south around the Grossglockner, the Pasterze (Austria's largest glacier at 8 km long), the Johannisberg, the Franz-Josefs-Höhe, and the Margaritzen reservoir.

Flying over the Glockner summit is no longer permitted due to the national park.

- Flight time: approx. 35 minutes
- Price per person: €179.00
- Location: Airfield Zell am See

![Panoramic view of a mountainous landscape with prominent rock formations and green valleys](https://www.alpenflug.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/6/csm_wiese-berge-sonne-c-pexels-matteo-belli_e53b14e4e3.jpg "Breathtaking Dolomites Landscape")

Witness the stunning expanse of the Dolomites, perfect for outdoor adventures and nature lovers.

### Panoramic flight

The panoramic flight takes you over Zell am See and Kaprun to the Kitzsteinhorn and the Großglockner. It then continues over the Hundstein to the Steinernes Meer. This is flown over at the Riemannhaus and continues over the Funtensee to the Königsee. The route leads along the Gotzenalm to the Kehlsteinhaus – Hitler's summer residence. The city of Salzburg comes into view on the right as you return to Lake Königssee.

The panoramic flight takes you along the famous Watzmann East Face to Wimbachgries, Berchtesgaden, and finally back to Zell am See via the Hirschbichltal valley, the Kallbrunnalmen alpine pastures, and Saalfelden.

- Flight time: approx. 1 hour
- Price per person: €289.00
- Location: Airfield Zell am See

### Important flight information

- Flights are operated for a minimum of two passengers or a minimum price for two passengers.
- All flight routes are also suitable for wheelchair users.
- Spontaneous flights are possible. Please note that waiting times may occur during busy periods. Secure your desired date by booking directly in advance.
- Depending on capacity and number of passengers, Alpenflug may schedule additional passengers on your flight. If you would like an exclusive flight without other passengers, there is a surcharge of 50 euros.

![A pilot stands beside a small airplane on a runway with mountains in the background.](https://www.alpenflug.at/fileadmin/_processed_/e/5/csm_Mann-Pilot-Flieger_134051231a.jpg "Scenic Flight Experience")

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Alps as you prepare for an unforgettable flight.

### Safety instructions for your sightseeing flight in Salzburg

The flight route may be changed due to adverse weather conditions (e.g., foehn wind). For safety reasons, children under the age of two cannot be carried.

### Book your sightseeing flight in Zell am See

Enjoy a peaceful and impressive bird's-eye view of majestic mountain landscapes and alpine villages. The carefully planned routes guarantee you unforgettable panoramas. [Book your ticket for your Alpine sightseeing flight conveniently online](https://www.alpenflug.at/en/direct-booking-online/ "Book your flight now!").

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