Useful Information

Flight Information

General information about flights operating at Pokhara International Airport, including the airlines serving the route, journey times to nearby destinations, and direct contact numbers for reservations.

Airlines Operating in Pokhara

Buddha Air
Routes
  • Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara
  • Bharatpur ↔ Pokhara (when available)
  • Bhairahawa ↔ Pokhara (when available)
  • Nepalgunj ↔ Pokhara (when available)
  • Jomsom ↔ Pokhara (seasonal)
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Yeti Airlines
Routes
  • Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara
  • Other domestic routes (subject to schedule)
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Shree Airlines
Routes
  • Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara (subject to operation)
  • Other domestic routes (when available)
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Domestic Flight Destinations

Visitors can travel between Pokhara and the following destinations, depending on airline schedules:

Destination Flight Duration
Kathmandu 25–30 minutes
Bharatpur 15–20 minutes
Bhairahawa (Siddharthanagar) 20–25 minutes
Nepalgunj 35–45 minutes
Jomsom 20–25 minutes
Biratnagar (seasonal/charter) Approximately 45–60 minutes
Janakpur (when available) Approximately 40–50 minutes
Dhangadhi (when available) Approximately 45–60 minutes
Surkhet (when available) Approximately 40–50 minutes

Mountain Flights

Mountain sightseeing flights and helicopter tours are available from Pokhara, offering panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.

Helicopter Operators

Simrik Air
+977-1-4106694
Heli Everest
+977-1-4112353
Air Dynasty Heli Services
+977-1-4111184
Kailash Helicopter Services
+977-1-4112377
Manang Air
+977-1-4115984
Altitude Air
+977-1-5917977

Travel to Pokhara by Tourist Bus

Overland journey times and highlights for the most popular routes into Pokhara, by tourist bus and private vehicle.

Kathmandu
Distance:Approx. 200 km
Tourist Bus:7–8 hours
Private Vehicle:6–7 hours
Best for: Nepal's capital city, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, shopping, temples, and cultural attractions.
Chitwan (Sauraha)
Distance:Approx. 145–170 km
Tourist Bus:5–6 hours
Private Vehicle:4–5 hours
Best for: Chitwan National Park, jungle safari, wildlife, canoe rides, and Tharu culture.
Lumbini
Distance:Approx. 200 km
Tourist Bus:6–7 hours
Private Vehicle:5–6 hours
Best for: Birthplace of Lord Buddha, monasteries, meditation, and Buddhist heritage.
Bandipur
Distance:Approx. 75 km
Tourist Bus:2–3 hours
Private Vehicle:2 hours
Best for: Traditional Newari town, mountain views, and local culture.
Gorkha
Distance:Approx. 110 km
Tourist Bus:3–4 hours
Private Vehicle:3 hours
Best for: Gorkha Durbar, historic sites, and panoramic mountain views.
Butwal
Distance:Approx. 160 km
Tourist Bus:5–6 hours
Private Vehicle:4–5 hours
Best for: Gateway to western Nepal and Lumbini.
Nepalgunj
Distance:Approx. 395 km
Tourist Bus:10–12 hours
Private Vehicle:8–9 hours
Best for: Gateway to Bardiya National Park and western Nepal.
Dhangadhi
Distance:Approx. 600 km
Tourist Bus:14–16 hours
Private Vehicle:12–13 hours
Best for: Far-western Nepal and Shuklaphanta National Park.
Biratnagar
Distance:Approx. 550 km
Tourist Bus:13–15 hours
Private Vehicle:11–12 hours
Best for: Eastern Nepal, business, and industrial hub.
Janakpur
Distance:Approx. 380 km
Tourist Bus:9–10 hours
Private Vehicle:8–9 hours
Best for: Janaki Temple, Mithila culture, and religious tourism.

Local Bus Services in Pokhara Valley

Local buses, microbuses, and city buses operate throughout Pokhara Valley, connecting Lakeside, city areas, markets, villages, and tourist locations.

  • Lakeside – Airport
  • Lakeside – Hallan Chowk
  • Lakeside – Zero Kilometer
  • Lakeside – Mahendrapul
  • Lakeside – Prithvi Chowk
  • Lakeside – Baglung Bus Park
  • Pokhara – Sarangkot
  • Pokhara – Begnas Lake
  • Pokhara – Rupa Lake
  • Pokhara – Lekhnath
  • Pokhara – Hemja
  • Pokhara – Naudanda
  • Pokhara – Kande
  • Pokhara – Dhampus
  • Pokhara – Pumdikot
  • Pokhara – Chhorepatan
  • Pokhara – Birauta
  • Pokhara – Bagar
  • Pokhara – Lamachaur
  • Pokhara – Batulechaur
  • Pokhara – Hyangja

 

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