Experience Australia like never before
Unique & Luxury Outback tours

Explore the timeless wonders of the outback in unmatched comfort, along with uninterrupted aerial views

Outback By Air, Everywhere we go, we fly

Make the most of your time

Fast and Reliable with Breathtaking Views

Experience travelling the Australian Outback in the safety and comfort of our own private aircraft. Your every need will be met by our experienced pilots. The aircraft we use are either the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, ideal for ‘flight seeing’ with its high wings offering uninterrupted views of the landscape below or the Beechcraft Super King Air which is ideal for faster long range travel.

Enjoy seeing Australia from an aerial perspective, with no security lines, boarding delays or crowded baggage carousels at airports. Maximum time spent in the air is two and a half hours per flight. Move fast with no time wasted. The aircraft seating configuration will be matched to the tour group size. There is a maximum of 10 passengers and two (2) crew on all flights.

Unforgettable multiple destinations

What you will see in a week on an Outback By Air tour may take up to a month or more in a car. Imagine flying over 10,000kms in 14 days seeing a large part of Australia, covering the Top End and Kakadu, the magnificent Kimberley and Uluru in the red centre. In the comfort of your private aircraft you can relax taking in the breath-taking landscapes before reaching your next exciting destination.

Our all inclusive itineraries mean you can relax in the knowledge that everything is taken care of on your trip of a lifetime.

THE BEAUTIFUL MAGIC OF THE OUTBACK

Wherever we go, we fly

Travelling in a comfortable private aircraft at speeds of 300 km per hour makes the distances seem small.

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Sightseeing

Journey with us as we lead you to visit Australia's iconic destinations. Enjoy authentic experiences as we see the sights, sounds and magic of the Outback.

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Guided tours

Experienced local tour guides at our destinations will lead you through different experiences to enjoy the bush culture of the region. We have guides, acclaimed bush poets, award winning musicians, stockmen and station owners to pass on their wealth of knowledge to you.

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Charter Flights

Outback By Air use luxury aircraft to transport you to incredible destinations in comfort. Experience a holiday like no other as you travel across the arid and vast landscape with views across the horizon. Our tours depart from Sydney - Bankstown Airport, allowing for a quick and easy departure and travel process as you begin your holiday journey to the Outback.

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Unique Dining Experiences

Australia is renowned for its amazing food and we showcase what the Outback has to offer. Dining under the star-filled skies at Uluru, enjoying a traditional stockman’s camp fire dinner on the banks of a Billabong, to fine dining under an enchanted fig tree on Kangaroo Island - you will enjoy unwinding with fellow guests, reflecting on your adventures.

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Inclusions

meals

All meals throughout your Outback By Air tour are included

Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Selected wines will be served with the evening meal.

excursions

When travelling with Outback By Air, all excursions listed in the itinerary are included in your tour

The costs of entry fees/tickets, guides (when listed) and activity passes are all inclusive.

Optional excursions will be listed in the itinerary as optional and at the personal cost of each guest.

transportation

The Outback By Air tour price is fully inclusive of transportation costs, airport fees and charter services

Travel arrangements for transfers to/from each destination airport to your accommodation and excursion activities are included.

Guests are responsible for transportation to and from Bankstown Airport.

general

Throughout an Outback By Air tour, guests will be accompanied by two experienced pilots dedicated to look after every detail

The Outback by Air pilots ensure guests enjoy a carefree, relaxed and sociable group travel experience. No request is too much trouble. Just settle back and enjoy.

Proudly Australian owned and operated business

WHO WE ARE

Phil Hines - Founder & Co-owner

Phil has a 34-year career in aviation, from flying tourists in helicopters across The Kimberley to charter flights nationwide. He also enjoys participating in the annual Outback Air Race, which raises important funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. These experiences have helped him handcraft itineraries to showcase all Australia has to offer. Along with our passionate team, each of our tours has been personally crafted to create unforgettable experiences, lasting memories and friendships. Many people aspire to explore our stunning Outback but are constrained by time. We can make it happen.

As an Australian-owned and operated business, the Outback by Air team is eager to guide you to some of our most iconic locations, offering a delightful blend of history, beauty, and culture.
Our destinations include The Flinders Ranges, The Simpson Desert, Kati-Thanda-Lake Eyre, Birdsville, Uluru, Torres Strait, Lizard Island, Kangaroo Island, Broome, and Katherine - just to name a few.

We have also partnered with remote luxury lodges and stations, which ensure you explore the Outback in unparallel comfort and style. Please enjoy browsing through our brochure. Soar above the Outback and experience the Australian landscape like never before.

Glenn McGrath - Co-owner

Glenn McGrath, former international cricketer and co-founder of the McGrath Foundation, hails from country NSW and has always had a deep love for the Australian Outback. Glenn’s passion for the Outback led him to become a co-owner in Outback by Air and each year he is able to join and host a few of our trips. A milestone for Glenn this year was completing his helicopter license, a huge personal achievement.

Through his involvement with Outback by Air, Glenn is able to merge his passion for aviation and the unique beauty of the Outback, offering travellers unforgettable journeys across this rugged and iconic landscape.

“Outback by Air trips are something truly special. The views from the air offer an entirely new perspective of this vast, beautiful land and arriving at our destinations brings such a sense of community. The destinations we visit should be on everyone’s bucket list.’’

As Glenn continues to explore the Outback, he remains in awe of its ever-changing landscapes. "The Outback never ceases to amaze me. Each time I fly over it, it’s different. The vastness, breathtaking views– it's a truly magical place, and sharing that with others is something I’ll always cherish.”

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Testimonials from our Guests

Bronwyn Mandile
Sydney
"An accessible, outstanding way to experience the Australian outback hospitality. The crew's insider knowledge opened doors you'd usually drive by."
Mick & Jenny
Cowra
"Well done Outback by Air. This was the most amazingly well organised 5 day trip. The itinerary was brilliant and we covered so much country seeing the ever changing landscape of the beautiful outback and its towns. The accommodation and meals were very good, with some being excellent. If you don't have time to drive the outback, this is definitely the way to see it. Thank you to our wonderful pilots."
Natalia S
Sydney
"Phil and his team are very good at what they do! If you want to see the Outback in style, this is the way to do it. Phil organised a custom tour for us and it was incredible !"
Ian Anderson
Sydney
"The best holiday of my life. From the preflight discussion to the very end of the tour, this tour had everything. It was perfectly organised, with great quality food, accommodation and tours. Phil and Matt, the pilots were absolutely magnificent. Everything is covered and organised and the pace is easy and comfortable. The trip had so much more content than what was listed in their brochure. We laughed for 6 days straight."
Jill Deering
Sydney
"Amazing Outback Trip. The Pub Crawl was a fabulous 5 day trip. It was amazing to see so many outback places in very remote areas on the ground and in the air which included - classic outback pubs, fascinating locals and remarkable outback Australian landscapes from Birdsville to Bourke, with a great crew that had local knowledge. Cant wait to do my next trip!"
Susan Elliott - Travel Writer
Sydney
"In my 25 years as a producer for Channel Seven's holiday program "Sydney Weekender" there have been hundreds of memorable trips. However my recent adventure with Outback By Air is 'up there' as unforgettable. With flight travel a treasured luxury these days it was a real treat to fly around Australia in a beautiful private plane without the stress of check-in counters, crowds and baggage carousels. I believe it really is the best way to see our country. What you see in a few days could take weeks by road and the aerial perspective is unbelievable - our “land of sweeping plains” is anything but plain!"
Fiona Robertson
Swan Hill
"An amazing way to see the Outback, flying low enough to see the country in all its different forms, from the Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre, across the Channel Country and the Simpson Desert. We had time to experience the surreal beauty of The Painted Hills, the silent expanse of the Big Red sand dune, and the night sky at Uluru. A true highlight was meeting the locals at William Creek, Birdsville, and Trilby Station. Outback hospitality, second to none!"
Andrew McIntire
Wollongong
"Such an amazing way to see our country. We have such a diverse range of ecologies from the Mountains, vast plains and the sandy outback, which all can be viewed & experienced when travelling by Air. This trip will be a holiday I will remember forever."
Otto Dargan
Sydney
"Riding the thermals over Western New South Wales with Outback By Air, we embraced an adventure that tore through the fabric of the ordinary. Guided by the intrepid Phil and Bligh, our pilot extraordinaire, our journey took us across the raw landscapes of Bourke, Tibooburra, Griffith and Broken Hill, each destination unfurling like a page from an untold Australian epic. The experience was peppered with moments that defined the Outback's quirky heart – from a friendly, wandering emu to an unexpected Vietnam War plane nestling in an old hangar. Meeting the local characters, each a living, breathing storybook of the Outback's rich tapestry, was an encounter with the soul of this vast land. This was no mere trip; it was a dive into the essence of a rugged, yet captivating life. Phil and Bligh's service was unparalleled, turning this journey into an unmissable odyssey for those thirsting for the true spirit of the Outback."

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