Kathmandu to Kerung Helicopter Flight
The Kathmandu to Kerung helicopter flight is a 25-30 minute private charter to the Nepal-Tibet border area, replacing a 7-8 hour road journey and popular with Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims.
- Pick-up
- Kathmandu
- Drop-off
- Kerung
- Flight option
- Private Helicopter Charter
- One-way price
- US$ 3500
- Fleet
- Bell and Airbus
- Flight type
- Sharing Heli Flight
Questions and answers
How long is the Kerung flight?
About 25-30 minutes one way.
What documents do I need?
A valid passport, Chinese visa or group visa and Tibet Travel Permit.
How many passengers?
Up to five passengers per helicopter, within weight and baggage limits.
Is the helicopter available year-round?
Daily, weather permitting.
The road from Kathmandu to Kerung is long and exposed to landslides. A private helicopter covers about 120 km in less than half an hour and drops you at the border area, ready to cross to Tibet.
This charter is mostly used by Kailash Mansarovar yatra groups. You must arrange the Chinese visa and Tibet travel permit yourself or through your agent.
Kathmandu to Kerung Helicopter Flight at a glance
| Route | Kathmandu to Kerung |
| Duration | 25-30 minutes |
| Highest point | 2,700 m |
| Private charter | From US$3,500 per flight |
| Best season | Autumn (September-November) and spring (March-May); depart early. |
| Suits | Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims and travellers going to Tibet. |
Highlights
- 25-30 minute flight instead of 7-8 hours by road
- Trishuli valley and Langtang Himal views
- Direct access to the Tibet border
- Early morning departures for better weather
- Suitable for pilgrim groups
Itinerary
- Early morning: Hotel pick-up and airport briefing.
- Flight: Fly north over the Trishuli valley to Kerung.
- Arrival: Land at Kerung and hand over to your onward transport.
What is included
- Private helicopter charter
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Fuel, taxes and landing fees
- Safety briefing, oxygen and first-aid kit
What is not included
- Chinese visa and Tibet Travel Permit
- Nepal visa if required
- Border crossing fees and meals
- Personal insurance
Best time to go
Autumn (September-November) and spring (March-May); depart early.
How to book
Send the request form on this page or call or WhatsApp +977 9841868910 with your dates, group size and passenger weights. We confirm availability and the final price before you pay. If weather prevents flying, we reschedule to the next suitable window, so keep a spare day in your plans and carry travel insurance that covers helicopter use and evacuation.
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