Everest Mountain Flight
●●●●● 4.9 · 60+ TripAdvisor reviewsA one hour scenic flight from Kathmandu along the Himalaya to Mount Everest and back. Every passenger gets a window seat and a turn at the cockpit. See Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu without trekking a single step.
Everest Mountain Flight: What to Expect
Fly east along the Himalaya to Everest and back to Kathmandu
Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu out of your window on a clear morning
Every passenger gets a window and a short visit to the cockpit
Morning flights. You are back at your hotel by mid morning
The Everest mountain flight is the easiest way to see the world’s highest mountain. You take off from Kathmandu early in the morning and fly east along the Himalaya for about an hour. On a clear day the whole range lines up outside your window. Langtang and Gauri Shankar come first, then Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. The plane turns near Everest and flies back so both sides of the cabin get the view.
No fitness or experience is needed. Every passenger has a window seat. The cabin crew point out each peak as you pass and you get a turn to look through the cockpit window with the pilots. It is a good choice if you are not trekking, have a spare morning in Kathmandu, or want to see Everest before or after a trek in another region.
Flights only go when the weather is clear enough to see the mountains. If your flight is cancelled for weather the airline moves you to the next day or refunds the fare. That is why we suggest booking it early in your stay.
What you will see and do:
- Mount Everest from the air on a clear morning
- Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu, three more of the world’s highest peaks
- The Langtang range and Gauri Shankar on the way out
- A window seat and a look from the cockpit
- A souvenir flight certificate
Want to stand on the ground facing Everest? See the Everest Base Camp Trek. Short on time in Kathmandu? Pair the flight with our Kathmandu City Tour on the same day.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Everest Mountain Flight
We pick you up from your hotel at about 5:30am and drive to the domestic terminal. After check in your flight takes off between 6:30 and 8am depending on the weather. For about an hour you fly east along the Himalaya to Everest and back, with a turn at the cockpit window. After landing we drive you back to your hotel in time for breakfast.
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Includes & Excludes
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Hotel pickup and drop-off Private car to the domestic airport and back
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One hour mountain flight Shared scenic flight with Buddha Air or Yeti Airlines
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Guaranteed window seat Every passenger sits by a window
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Airport tax Included in the fare
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Flight certificate A souvenir to take home
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Breakfast You are back at your hotel in time for it
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Travel insurance Recommended
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Tips for the driver Up to you
What Our Travellers Say
“A wonderful short adventure in Nepal”
Our family of four had a fantastic time. The safari was a highlight for the children, especially seeing the rhinos, and the Everest flight is something we'll all remember. A great way to experience both the lowland jungle and the high Himalayas without needing a long trek, MountainKick were excellent…
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20% deposit: due on booking Secures your place. The deposit is non-refundable. We also need a copy of your passport.
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80% balance: due on arrival Pay the rest in Kathmandu before the trip starts. Bank transfer, cash, or card (4% card fee).
| Cancel before arrival | Lose deposit only |
| Cancel after pre-trip meeting | No refund |
| Date or name change | USD 200 per person |
| We cancel the trip | Full refund or new date |
Travel insurance is required. Weather delays and extra days cost extra, and we give you documents for any claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I definitely see Everest?
Only if the weather is clear, which is why flights only go when the mountains are visible. October to December gives the best chance. If your flight is cancelled for weather the airline moves you to the next day or refunds the fare.
Which side of the plane is best?
It does not matter. Every passenger has a window seat and the plane flies out along the mountains and turns back, so both sides get the view. You also get a turn to look out of the cockpit window.
How early is the flight?
Flights leave between about 6:30 and 8am when the sky is clearest. We pick you up from your hotel at around 5:30am and you are back in time for breakfast.
Do I need to be fit or worry about altitude?
No. The cabin is pressurised so you will not feel the altitude. Anyone can take the flight, including children and older travellers.
Which peaks will I see?
On a clear morning you see the Langtang range and Gauri Shankar first, then Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. The cabin crew point out each one as you pass.
Can I take photos?
Yes. Bring your phone or camera with a full battery. Wear dark clothes so your reflection does not show in the window, and hold the lens close to the glass.
Can I do the flight and a city tour on the same day?
Yes. Fly at dawn and join the Kathmandu City Tour after breakfast. It makes a full day out of a short stay in Kathmandu.
Is the Everest mountain flight worth it?
If you don’t have the time or fitness for a trek, yes. In about an hour you see Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu up close. It’s a view from the air, not from the ground, so it doesn’t replace a trek, but it’s the easiest way to see Everest.
What’s the difference between the mountain flight and a helicopter tour?
The mountain flight is a shared plane that flies along the Himalaya and back to Kathmandu without landing. A helicopter tour costs much more but can land in the Everest region, for example near Kala Patthar or at a hotel with Everest views. Ask us if you’d like a helicopter quote.
What happens if the flight is cancelled because of weather?
Flights only go when the mountains are clear. If yours is cancelled, the airline moves you to the next available day or refunds the fare. If you can, leave a spare morning in your plans so you have a second chance.
Can I do the mountain flight before or after a trek?
Yes. Many people do it on a spare morning in Kathmandu before or after their trek. It’s back by mid-morning, so the rest of the day is free.
Can I cancel or change my flight date?
Yes. Cancel more than 48 hours before the flight for a full refund, minus any card or bank fees. Within 48 hours there’s no refund. You can change the date for free if seats are available. If the airline cancels for weather, you’re moved to the next available day or get a full refund of the fare.
Everest Mountain Flight
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