KathmanduLukla
25–30 minForeigner fare · one way$257 /person
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Scheduled fixed-wing flights on Sita Air, Summit Air and Tara Air — the standard, lowest-cost way to reach Lukla.
LuklaKathmandu
30–35 minForeigner fare · one way$257 /person
RamechhapLukla
15–18 minForeigner fare · one way$199 /person
LuklaRamechhap
18–20 minForeigner fare · one way$199 /person
KathmanduPhaplu
35 minForeigner fare · one way$218 /person
KathmanduKathmandu
1 hourForeigner fare · one way$250 /person
Fares at a glance
Airline fares & airlines
One-way fares: US dollars for foreign nationals, fixed INR and NPR fares for Indian and Nepali citizens. Fares may change with the airlines.
| Route | Airlines | Duration | Fares |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu to Lukla | Sita Air, Summit Air, Tara Air | 25–30 min | $257 Indian INR 13,750 · Nepali NPR 10,600 · Guide/staff NPR 6,600 |
| Lukla to Kathmandu | Sita Air, Summit Air, Tara Air | 30–35 min | $257 Indian INR 13,750 · Nepali NPR 10,600 · Guide/staff NPR 6,600 |
| Ramechhap to Lukla | Sita Air, Summit Air, Tara Air | 15–18 min | $199 Indian INR 13,750 · Nepali NPR 10,600 · Guide/staff NPR 6,600 |
| Lukla to Ramechhap | Sita Air, Summit Air | 18–20 min | $199 Indian INR 13,750 · Nepali NPR 10,600 · Guide/staff NPR 6,600 |
| Kathmandu to Phaplu | Sita Air, Summit Air, Tara Air | 35 min | $218 |
| Mountain Flight – Everest Experience | Summit Air | 1 hour | $250 |
Before you fly
- Baggage: 10 kg checked + 5 kg cabin per passenger.
- Check-in: arrive at the domestic terminal at least 1 hour before departure.
- Weather: flights run under VFR only — add 1–2 buffer days to your itinerary.
- Cancelled flights are rescheduled for the next available day or refunded.
Helicopter or airline?
Airline tickets are the cheapest way to Lukla. A helicopter costs more but is faster to arrange, flexible on timing and can reach high villages. See the full helicopter vs airline guide.
Airline flight FAQs
How much is a Kathmandu to Lukla flight ticket?
A one-way airline ticket from Kathmandu to Lukla is $257 for foreign nationals, INR 13,750 for Indian citizens and NPR 10,600 for Nepali citizens (NPR 6,600 for guides and staff). Lukla to Kathmandu is $257, Ramechhap to Lukla $199 and Lukla to Ramechhap $199.
Which airlines fly to Lukla?
Sita Air, Summit Air and Tara Air operate the scheduled flights to Tenzing-Hillary Airport, using aircraft such as the Dornier Do 228, LET-410 and Twin Otter that are built for short, high-altitude runways.
How long is the flight?
Kathmandu to Lukla takes 25–30 minutes and Lukla to Kathmandu 30–35 minutes. From Ramechhap it is 15–18 minutes to Lukla and 18–20 minutes back.
What is the baggage allowance?
10 kg checked + 5 kg cabin per passenger. Extra baggage costs roughly $1 to $2 per kg, subject to space on the aircraft.
Why do flights leave from Ramechhap?
In the spring and autumn peaks most Lukla flights are moved to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap to reduce congestion in Kathmandu. Ramechhap is roughly 132 km from Kathmandu — a 4–5 hour drive — so travellers usually leave Kathmandu around 2:00 AM.
What if my flight is cancelled by weather?
Flights run under visual flight rules only, so delays and cancellations are common. A cancelled flight is generally rescheduled for the next available day, or refunded. Many travellers switch to a helicopter when airline flights are held — we can arrange that.
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