Ramechhap to Lukla Flight

Ramechhap to Lukla flight has been the best option route linking Kathmandu, the capital city and Lukla a gateway to Everest.
Ramechhap airport in Manthali, Ramechhap is situated at 474 m above the sea level which takes about 4 or 4 and a half hours to reach via private vehicle and even more via bus from Kathmandu.
This Ramechhap airport has been a great alternative which is optional and easiest prior location for trekkers approaching the Everest Base Camp (EBC).

Why Ramechhap to Lukla, not Kathmandu to Lukla?

Before one and a half year, the Lukla flights were continuing from Tribhuvan International Airport domestic terminals, Kathmandu. The main reason for making Ramechhap airport an alternative is the Airport Maintenance and heavy traffic in Kathmandu. Lukla, being a gateway to Mount Everest many trekkers and climbers approaching Everest Base Camp (EBC) and even Mt. Everest will help in surge or escalation of Ramechhap’s business mobility, social popularity and progressive economic transition.

Distance away from Kathmandu

Ramechhap Airport lies in the Tamakoshi river valley, staying away 83 kilometers away from Kathmandu landscape and 145 kilometers away from Kathmandu by road distance. As of the measurement, Ramechhap is very nearer to Kathmandu so the journey from Ramechhap to Kathmandu will be very comforted, easier and quicker.

Kathmandu to Lukla, how?

Yes, you can travel from Kathmandu to Lukla instead of going to Ramechhap. But, it is only possible to go by a private helicopter or group sharing the helicopter. For comfort and quickness, a private helicopter goes to Lukla from Kathmandu domestic airport every day. It is going to be a bit more costly than by domestic air plane but if time is life, this alternative is going to be a life saver.

Ramechhap to Lukla flight duration

From Ramechhap airport, if your board towards Lukla airport you will land at Lukla airport with 20 – 25 minutes. It is basically the shortest flight to Lukla from anywhere, even from Kathmandu. The short flight offers stunning and breathtaking views of Himalayan ranges and Mount Everest, the top of the world. Ramechhap to Lukla flight timings

The schedule of flying from Ramechhap to Lukla starts from 6: 00 am morning to 3: 00 pm afternoon. If you wish not to stay at Ramechhap overnight, then you can take the first bus at 2 am in the early morning from the roads of Kathmandu to Ramechhap, and you will get to Ramechhap airport by 6 am to 7 am. Then, you will be able to catch the first flight around 8am and depart to Lukla.

Flight Ticket booking

You can book your tickets through the travel agency of your choice. The better and more independent way would be online booking through nepali digital wallets in Nepal like: esewa, khalti etc.

Airlines flying from Ramechhap to Lukla

Usually, two major domestic airlines fly from Ramechhap to Lukla airport.

Tara Air
Tara Air is the subsidiary of Yeti Airlines that specializes in flying to and serving remote, distant and mountainous regions of Nepal, most especially LUKLA. Tara air uses the aircrafts that are well suited for Short takeoffs and landings operations. It gets operated for charter and scheduled flights for the areas that are difficult to connect.

Yeti Airlines
Yeti airlines is one of the most leading air services of Nepal. It is famous for operating flights to popular tourist spots like: Pokhara, Bharatpur and Lukla. Yeti airlines is popularly known for its Everest Express Mountain Flight which serves scenic and stunning views of Mount Everest and other great alpine Himalayan peaks.
Sita Air
Sita Air is also the airlines that specializes in flying to and serving remote, distant and mountainous regions of Nepal. Sita air uses the aircrafts that are well suited for Short takeoffs and landings operations, especially important for navigating Nepal’s challenging terrains. The flight serves various places that has interests of trekkers and adventure seekers.
Summit Air

Summit Air is also the airlines that specializes in flying to and serving remote, distant and mountainous regions of Nepal like Lukla, Rara, Jomsom, Dolpa etc. Summit air uses the aircrafts that are well suited for Short takeoffs and landings operations, especially important for navigating Nepal’s challenging terrains.
Flying code: RHP – LU ASMTWTFS (timings)

Ramechhap to Lukla flight cost

When the distance and duration of flight from Ramechhap to Lukla is lesser than the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, so, it is obvious for the cost to get lesser too. The price of the flight fluctuates and changes according to the changing time frame and flying conditions. On an average, the cost of flight per person for one-way single flight is bound to be
USD 170 to USD 200.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp (EBC) without a flight

You can aslo trek to Everest Base Camp (EBC) without a flight as well. But this is more time consuming and schedule escalating. First, you need to drive to Thandanda from Kathmandu which takes around two days to reach. Then, you should hike or trek to Phakding from Thandanda which acts as an option to get to EBC without a flight. This is also the alternative
that saves you from high cost of flight from Ramechhap to Lukla.

Main attractions in Manthali, Ramechhap for the extra time

Tamakoshi River

This stunning river flows through Manthali, which amazingly makes the town scenic and makes stunning photogenic views. Tamakoshi River is one of the tributary of the biggest river of Nepal Sapta Koshi.

Khandadevi Mandir/Temple

The ancient hindu temple in Manthali, Ramechhap is one of the important religious spots and cultural premises. The people of Ramechhap value their deity in Khandadevi a lot. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Khandadevi who is symbolized to be the incarnation of Goddess Durga.

Local culture

Indulging yourself in the local markets, culture and interaction with the friendly and welcoming locals will be a special treat for you. There operates the weekly markets as well. “Junar Markets” are more famous in Manthali as Junar or sweet oranges are the specialties of local Ramechhap market.

Archway to Trekking routes

Manthali serves as the gateway or initiating points for treks to Numbur cheese circuit, Paanch Pokhari, Jata Pokhari, Thulo Sailung and other trails of Himalayan trekking destinations.

Bookings for hotels in Ramechhap

Ramechhap, being of the looked over destinations these years has been openly welcoming manytourism aspects for either of domestic and international tourists. You can get to Ramechhap by road from Kathmandu, and from Ramechhap to Lukla by air flight & vice versa. If you want an extra day to explore Ramechhap or if you got to Ramechhap a day earlier you can have various hotel options to book and stay there.
Ramechhap also acts as the gateway or archway to various destinations through Himalayan routes like: Numbur cheese circuit, Paanch Pokhari, Jata Pokhari, Thulo Sailung etc. For those prospects, in Ramechhap’s various hotels and lodges, you will be accommodated with luxurious beds, wifi networksn hot showers and so on.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the duration of flight from Ramechhap to Lukla?
It takes about 20 to 25 minutes to land at Lukla airport. . It is basically the shortest flight to Lukla from anywhere, even from Kathmandu.

2. What is the Ramechhap to Lukla flight schedule?
The schedule of flying from Ramechhap to Lukla starts from 6: 00 am morning to 3: 00 pm afternoon.

3. What is the price of Ramechhap to Lukla flight ticket?
The cost of flight varies with demand, time, airlines and flying conditions. On an average, the cost of the flight ranges from USD 170 to USD 200 for single one way.

4. How safe it is to fly from Ramechhap to Lukla?
Safety remains a major aspect of flight for the passengers. So, it is important to be aware of recent information and incidents.

5. What is the best time of the year to fly from Ramechhap to Lukla?
Post-monsoon months and trekking seasonal months are considered the best time of flights from Ramechhap to Lukla.

6. How much is the baggage allowance for the flight from Ramechhap to Lukla?
As the aircrafts to Lukla are smaller, the baggage allowance will be restrictive than standard international flights. So, the passenger need to take care of its baggage mass.

7. What is the vehicle fare to Ramechhap from Kathmandu?
The vehicle fare to Ramechhap from Kathmandu ranges from USD 5 to USD 10 in public buses and ranges from USD 50 to USD 100 in private vehicles.