Private charter between Kathmandu and Pokhara starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Kathmandu (KTM) to Pokhara (PHH), and from Pokhara (PHH) back to Kathmandu (KTM).
As the crow flies, Kathmandu to Pokhara is roughly 143 kilometres — 89 miles, or 77 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Kathmandu–Pokhara spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 42 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 40 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 36 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 36 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 35 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Kathmandu and Pokhara? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kathmandu, Nepal: Tribhuvan International Airport.
Pokhara, Nepal: Pokhara International Airport.
| Tribhuvan International Airport | Pokhara International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VNKT / KTM | VNPR / PHH |
| Longest hard runway | 10,991 ft | 8,202 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 4,390 ft | 2,595 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 4 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Kathmandu to Pokhara can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Tribhuvan International Airport has 10,991 ft and Pokhara International Airport 8,202 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 143 km.
Alternates within range: Pokhara Domestic Airport (4,720 ft, 0 km) · Manang Airport (2,133 ft, 50 km) · Jomsom Airport (2,424 ft, 69 km)
Choose your wheels-up time — Kathmandu–Pokhara runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Those 42 min are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The Kathmandu to Pokhara route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 42 min gate to gate across the 143 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kathmandu–Pokhara charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Kathmandu–Pokhara charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
