Gorekshep to Lukla Helicopter Flight – Everest Heli Return
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Himalayas, Nepal

Gorekshep to Lukla Helicopter Flight – Everest Heli Return

Flight Duration

15 min

100% Guaranteed Departure
Free Pickup & Drop Service
Safety First

Flight Overview

Gorakshep to lukla helicopter flight has 5 seats available in sharing basis every day in the month of march April may and September October November. Flight time is scheduled early morning to prevent cancellation by weather. Flight cost from Gorak Shep to Lukla starts for USD 550 to 700 in sharing basis and 1500 to 2000 in private charter.

Highlights:

  • Flight duration: approximately 15-20 minutes.

  • Saves 2-3 days of trekking.

  • Views of Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Khumbu Glacier and many other small peaks .

  • Shared or private helicopter options.

  • Ideal for trekkers finishing Everest Base Camp.

Weight Limit from Gorak Shep flight (Everest Base Camp).

Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) allows only 2 person and their trekking luggage in flight from Gorakshep or EBC. If there are more then 2 person than Helicopter needs to shuttle from one camp below at Pheriche.

Shuttle process: From Lukla, helicopter departs to pick up 2 person from Gorakshep then takes them to Pheriche, drop passenger there, then again comes back to Gorakshep to collect remaining passenger. In Pheriche helicopter will collect all of them and fly to Lukla.

Advantage only from Kathmandu Helicopter.

Get time for kalapatthar hike: During the flight day you have time flexibility for going on a hike to kalapatthar early morning for a beautiful view of sunrise in world highest peak Mount Everest, return back have a last delicious breakfast get to the helipad then fly back from Gorakshep to Lukla.

Safety Assurance: We make sure the helicopter is secure, safe, well equipped and the pilot are licensed with high altitude clearance.

Assistance to Helipad: We are well connected with Gorakshep hotel like hotel Everest inn, himalaya lodge and snow land for flight coordination and assistance in Gorakshep Helipad.

Easy booking requirements: Send us Passport and date via whatsapp in the bottom right corner.

Early Departure: The weather Sensitivity if Gorakshep is high. so we focus to operate flight as early as possible.

Sharing Available: Sharing seats are available with us in March April May and September October November.

Extra Experience - Everest Base camp helicopter tour

The helicopter departs from the Gorakshep helipad early in the morning. After take-off, the flight descends through high altitude valleys, offering panoramic mountain views throughout the journey. The ride is smooth and comfortable, guided by experienced Himalayan pilots. With extra addition of USD 200 to USD 500 you can overfly the Everest base camp like its done in Everest base camp helicopter tour and gain unforgettable life timer experience.

Gorekshep to luka Flight Cost :

Shared flights generally range from USD 550-700 per person. Private charters for small groups range from USD 1800-2000 depending on group size.

Below is the average cost of flight in different Currency worldwide.

United States Doller : $650 (sharing 1 pax ) $2000 (private 4pax )

Indian Currency : INR 61750 (sharing 1pax ) INR 190000 (private 4pax)

Europe euro : € 568 (sharing 1 pax) € 1748 (private 4 pax)

Note: Helicopter cost may vary according to season, availability and no of group. inquire for booking.

Tips: Flights are very Limited from Gorakshep due to high altitude and sudden weather change. Advance booking is recommended.

Booking Gorakshep to Lukla Helicopter

For Gorakshep to Lukla helicopter booking, send us you passport copy via mail, inquiry form or WhatsApp. Payment can be done directly at lukla airport.

When to book Gorakshep to lukla Helicopter

Passenger should at least book Gorakshep to lukla helicopter flight one day before departure.

Recommended: book as soon as possible for the best rate.

Booking Payment Process

Passenger can do the payment in lukla helipad station by cash or credit card.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about this flight

Around 15–20 minutes.

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