What is the mountain flight in Nepal?

The mountain flight is a 1-hour scenic flight from Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport that flies east along the Himalayan chain, passing within a few kilometres of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and other peaks. Every passenger gets a window seat.

When is the best time for the mountain flight?

Mountain flights depart in the early morning when visibility is clearest before clouds build. October to November and March to May offer the most reliable conditions. Flights are cancelled in poor visibility.

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Q: Does the mountain flight land near Everest?

No. The mountain flight is a viewing flight that stays in Nepalese airspace and does not land in the mountains. For a landing near Everest, see our Everest helicopter tour which lands at Kala Patthar (5,545m).

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Mountain Flight Nepal - Fly Face-to-Face with Everest

Nepal's mountain flight is exactly what it sounds like: a 1-hour commercial flight from Kathmandu that curves east along the Himalayan range, closing to within a few kilometres of Mount Everest's summit ridge. Every seat is a window seat. On a clear morning, pilots tilt the aircraft so each passenger gets an unobstructed close-range view of the world's highest mountains, including Everest (8,849m), Lhotse (8,516m), Cho Oyu (8,201m), Makalu (8,485m), and roughly 10 other identifiable peaks.

This is the right option for travellers who want to see the Himalaya up close without the time commitment of trekking. The entire trip takes under 3 hours from hotel pick-up to return. Flights depart early morning when visibility peaks before midday cloud cover builds over the range. Bad weather cancellations are refunded or rescheduled. For those who want to land near Everest rather than fly past it, see our Everest helicopter tour which lands at Kala Patthar (5,545m). For the full trekking experience, see our Everest Base Camp Trek.

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Mountain Flight - Program and Schedule

Package Name: Mountain Flight Trip
Trip Duration: 1 Day
Start/Finish: Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Activities:Mountain Flight Trip
Accommodations: No accommodation included
Food during the Trip: No meal included
Transportation: We use Private vehicles car/ Jeep/ Van/ Mini Bus, big Bus as per the group size

Program Schedule
Pick-up you from the hotel and transfer to the airport.
Enjoy Everest Helicopter Trip with private Helicopter.
Transfer you back to hotel.
End of the Package.

Mountain Flight Cost

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Cost Include(s)

Pick-up from the hotel and transfer to airport.
Flight ticket for mountain flight trip.
Airport tax.
Transfer back to hotel after the trip.
Our service charge.

Cost Exclude(s)

Beverages and alcholoholic drinks.
All personal expenses (phone calls).
Personal medical and evacuation insurance.
All other additional charges for additional services.
Tips for driver (Tipping is expected ).

Trip Start Dates:

Mountain Flight Trip start dates are flexiable. We can organize this trip on the dates requested by you.

Additional Information:

Mountain Flight Trip is a well designed program. But again if you like to give any changes on it, it is possible. If you wish to discuss any aspect of Mountain Flight Trip or your suitability for it please contact us by email. If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions - Mountain Flight Nepal

What is the mountain flight?
A 1-hour scenic flight from Kathmandu flying east along the Himalayas, passing within a few kilometres of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and other peaks. Every passenger gets a window seat.

When is the best time?
Early morning departures on clear days. October to November and March to May are most reliable. Flights are cancelled in poor visibility.

Does the mountain flight land near Everest?
No, it is a viewing flight only. For a landing near Everest, see our Everest helicopter tour which lands at Kala Patthar (5,545m).

Which mountains are visible on the flight?
Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and approximately 10 other identified Himalayan peaks above 6,000m.

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