Himalayan Peaks seen from Everest Mountain Flight
As mentioned earlier, you can see other Himalayan ranges including the world’s highest mountain i.e. Mt. Everest while having the classic Mount Everest Flight in Nepal. So, please go through the below list of some mountains that can be seen vividly during the entire one-hour travel to Mt. Everest by plane;
- Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) World's 1st highest mountain
- Cho-Oyo (8201 m) Worlds 6th highest mountain
- Lhotse (8516 m) Worlds 4th highest mountain
- Makalu (8463 m) Worlds 5th highest mountain
- Langtang Lirung (7234 m)
- Melungtse (7181 m)
- Chugimago (6297 m)
- Pigferago (6620 m)
- Number (6957 m)
- Karyolung (6511 m)
- Gyachung Kang (7652 m)
- Pumori (7161 m)
- Nuptse (7855 m)
- Ama Dablam (6812 m)
- Chamlang (7319 m)
More importantly, you can add this Everest view Mountain Flight with other outdoor activities like trekking, tours, and sightseeing in Nepal.
Flights available for Everest Mountain Flight
As we are the local tours and travel expert in Kathmandu, Nepal, we operate the Everest Mountain flight mainly on Buddha Air, Yeti Airline, Shree, and Guna Aire. These are the popular Airlines in Nepal.
Buddha Air
Endowed in 1996, Buddha Air is considered to be the leading domestic airline in Nepal. It operated almost fifteen national and international flights. They are Nepal and India. It takes up and off at Tribhuwan Internation Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. The flight serves quality service with large and clear windows which provide superlative sights of the Great Himalayan Range.
For the quality of service, Buddha Air has been honored by several allocates. It won the largest domestic carrier for carrying passengers in 2020. It is the first flight of Nepal that was chartered for an international flight i.e. to Paro Airport in Bhutan. Apart from it, Buddha Airline is the first aircraft in Nepal to build storage hangers and plane maintenance.
The Buddha Air departs daily from Kathmandu to the Khumbu region for showcasing the live views of majestic Mt. Everest.
Yeti Airlines
Another is Yeti Airline which operates most of the Kathmandu Everest Mountain Flight in Nepal. It started its first commercial flight in 1998 along two DHC-6/300 Series twin-Otter aircraft flying to far-flung mountain areas of Nepal. Since the airlines have successfully proved that they can provide the best service that the adventure rider seeks and the nation has become one of the premier airlines in Nepal. Following the popular Tara Airlines, Yeti Airlines is one of the domestic carriers in Nepal. Similar to Buddha Air, the flight offers the spectacular sights of the Everest region, aerial views of Kathmandu, and the pristine landscape.
Moreover, the Yeti Airline functions to 10 different domestic destinations including Tenzing Hillary Lukla Airport, Tribhuwan International Airport, Gautam Buddha Airport, Pokhara Airport, and so on. Similarly, the flight has already got approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) to conduct international flights to South Asian Countries.
Guna Air
While talking about the mountain flight of Nepal, one can not forget to mention the Guna Airlines. This airline was established in 2009. It is the most prominent fixed-wing airline in Nepal. Its main motto is to provide the safest quality point-to-point air service to its passengers.
The flight operates between the Tenzing Hillary Airpot, Tribhuwan International Airport, Gautam Buddha Airport, and the Pokhara Airport of Nepal. It takes you to the tallest peak in the universe i.e. Mt. Everest with 8848.86 m elevation above sea level.
Shree Airlines
Establishes in 1999, Shree is another largest domestic operator in Nepal and Mi-17 helicopters in Southeast Asia today. This airline is popular in Nepal for providing the Everest Mountain Flight Service. They typically call it Experience Everest.
Shree Aircraft hovers you to the highest point of Mt. Everest. You can explore it very comfortably by sitting on the plane and taking some pictures through your mobile phone or camera that you have. This tour begins from the southern part of Everest. You can see Mt. Everest between Mt. Nuptse and Mt. Lhotse. And just on the opposite side, you can witness the popular views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Gyachung Kang, Pumori, and the farther views of Mt. Cho Oyu. The view that you see from the flight is breathtaking.
Apart from these airlines, there are other mountain flights in Nepal as well.
Major attractions in Nepal from Kathmandu to Mt. Everest Flight
Mt. Everest by aeroplane is the most preferred tour package in the world. In the below subheading, we will discuss more attractions of mountain flights in Nepal;
Unbelievable 360-degree views of Mountains
Trekking to the Everest base camp brings stunning views of Mt. Everest and other peaks. But trekking all over there might be lengthy and time talking, so in this case, the easiest and quickest option is a mountain flight. The Everest flight by plane offers beautiful views of the mountains from its comfort zone (seat). Besides, the Everest Mountain Flight is cheaper than the Everest base camp trek and everyone can afford it.
In just one hour of the mountain flight, you will find yourself above the beautiful landscape which follows the endless row of mountains. Then you will be rewarded with very close-up views of gorgeous mountains in a few times.
Guaranteed Window Seat
To get the guaranteed window seat, you have to book before traveling. We accept the last minute booking as well with 100% guaranteed. Similarly, most of the airlines of Nepal have two seats on either side of the plane; every passenger is guaranteed a window seat. Thus, for everyone who is doing mountain flight tours, window seats are guaranteed. This means everyone shall enjoy the enthralling experience of flying over the mountains. Everyone will embrace the view either on the flight out or the flight back.
Affordable
Another reason to do Everest Mountain flights over Mt. Everest is the price. The average cost for the mountain flight is way cheaper than trekking. For less than USD 300, you can revel in thrilling moments with the mountains. The mountain flight not only saves you money but also saves your days. As we said earlier, in just about an hour, you are done and back with wonderful memories. The flight will definitely be a memorable trip throughout your lifetime.
How to book the Everest Mountain Flight?
It is an easy and effortless process. You can book the plane for a mountain flight from Kathmandu in a few minutes with the help of your travel partner like us, Rising Adventure. Just in a few hours, the flight will let you fly over the beautiful Nepal Himalayas, white glaciers, and magnificent high-altitude lakes.
It is well-known that the Eight highest mountains in the words lie in Nepal and the mountain flight in Nepal is the easiest way to uncover all of these mountains in just an hour. Besides, Mt. Everest Flight and Annapurna mountain flight are the major mountain flight destinations in Nepal.
Best time to do a Mountain Flight in Nepal
Before traveling to any new place, it is always a plus point to learn about the place's location, weather, and most importantly best time to travel here. Talking about the best time to do a Mountain flight in Nepal, January to May and September to December are considered to be best. During this month, the sky remains crystal blue and the sights from the flight are jaw-dropping. Similarly, the early morning is the best time for mountain flights in which visibility is clear and peaks are glory and golden shine with the morning sunrise. Here below, we will discuss more specifics about the season of Nepal.
Winter Season
In Nepal, the months of December, January, and February are enlisted under the winter season. In winter, most of the Himalayan part of Nepal experiences heavy snowfall. As a result, the mountains all are covered with white snow. The image of Everest covered with snow is breathtaking. Not only Everest, but the surrounding mountain covered with snow also looks stunning from your flight. The frozen lakes and glaciers look more stunning during this time. Meanwhile, the of getting a flight canceled and delayed is high, if there is an occurrence of heavy snowfall that day.
Spring Season
Following the coldest month of the year, the spring season comes with a beautiful flower-blooming month. This is the best season to join the Everest flight in Nepal. March, April, and May are considered to be the months of Spring. During these times, the aerial views of the lush green valley and colorful forest will add more flavor to the trip.
Similarly, the sky remains clear and the chance of getting a flight canceled is also low. As the sky remains clear, the sights of the mountain of the Himalayas are also breathtaking and clear. However, spring is considered one of the peak visiting seasons in Nepal, so the booking might be packed. Thus, we request to make an advance booking as earlier as possible, though, we accept the last minute booking.
Autumn Season
The autumn season in Nepal includes three different months of the year. They are September, October, and November. These months are also the best time to engage in the Everest Mountain Flight activity. It is the peak season of the year because the sky looks clear and smooth during this time. And you can explore the beauty of the Nepal Himalayas.
Reschedule/Refund Mountain Flight
The chance of getting a flight cancel is only due to bad weather or other unavoidable situations. In case of your flight cancellation because of the weather or airline technical issues, we will refund you 100%. In order to get the refund, please make sure to stamp on the flight ticket from the respective airline's counter.
Similarly, if you wish to postpone your trip, we are always ready to reschedule as per your required date.
Everest Mountain Flight Schedule in Nepal
| Nepali Airlines |
First Flight |
Second Flight |
Third Flight |
| Departure Time |
Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
Arrival Time |
| Buddha Airlines |
6:15 am |
7:15 am |
6:30 am |
7:30 am |
7:30 am |
8:30 am |
| Shree Airlines |
6:15 am |
7:15 am |
6:30 am |
7:30 am |
7:30 am |
8:30 am |
| Simrik Airlines |
6:15 am |
7:15 am |
6:30 am |
7:30 am |
7:30 am |
8:30 am |
| Yeti Airlines |
6:15 am |
7:15 am |
6:30 am |
7:30 am |
7:30 am |
8:30 am |
Flight Cancellation Charge
Rising Adventure purchases the flight ticket within 48 hours before flight time. So, if you cancel your trip before buying the flight ticket, we will refund your full amount. But if you cancel after purchasing the tickets, 30% of the total amount will be charged as a cancellation.
Bad Weather
It is well known that our first flight schedule is at 6:15 am. If the flight needs to be canceled due to bad weather, you can get the second or third flight. In case of a worse climate, all the flights may be canceled. Then, your flight would be postponed to the next day. But the airport pick-up and drop-off service will cost extra.
At last, if you are not ready to fly the next day in the morning, you will get full refunds except for your transportation cost.
Aeroplane Information
The plane from different airlines is operated on a daily basis for the Everest Mountain Flight. It is a small plane with only 18 seats. So, every traveler can get a window seat and can explore the wonderful views of Mt. Everest and other mountains over 8000 meters in the world.
Overall, the thrilling mountain flight is one of the most classic and easiest ways to witness the Himalayas of Nepal. When you are in Nepal for any activity, we recommend you to join at least the Everest Mountain Flight activity, as it only takes one hour of your time.