Kathmandu to Pokhara flight path: KTM to PKR

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara. This short flight is famous specifically for its Himalayan views, and the north-facing right side has continuous, close-range sightlines to Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Annapurna, and Machapuchare throughout climb, cruise, and descent — a rare case where a brief flight earns a near-maximum scenic score.

During takeoff from Tribhuvan International (KTM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing KTM on runway 20 the aircraft turns west toward Pokhara, and as it climbs the northern horizon opens up to reveal the snow-capped Himalayan wall — Ganesh Himal and Manaslu are already visible on this short hop. The left side mostly shows the terraced hills south of the Kathmandu Valley, which are pleasant but far less dramatic. Notable sights include: Kathmandu Valley rim hills, Manaslu massif (distant), Ganesh Himal, Trisuli River valley.

When landing at Pokhara (PKR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to PKR via runway 22, the aircraft descends with the Annapurna range and the sharp fishtail peak of Machapuchare filling the northern sky just beyond Pokhara valley — one of the most iconic mountain approaches in the world. The left side shows only the southern ridgelines and Phewa Lake's edge, far less spectacular. Notable sights include: Machapuchare (Fishtail Peak), Annapurna South, Annapurna range, Pokhara Valley.

The flight from Tribhuvan International (KTM) to Pokhara (PKR) takes 0h 25m.

Foothill ridgelines north of the Kathmandu-Pokhara corridor, Marsyangdi and Trisuli river valleys, distant Annapurna and Manaslu massifs visible to the north