Pokhara to Kathmandu flight pathPKRKTM

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Flight time0h 25m
Distance91
Heading112° → 113°
Best side
Right
★ 2.0 left·★ 4.5 right

This short flight is famous for its Himalayan views, and the right side keeps passengers facing the Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang ranges throughout nearly the entire route, from takeoff climb to final descent into Kathmandu.

Takeoff · PKRRIGHTMachapuchare, Annapurna South, Phewa Lake below
Landing · KTMRIGHTGanesh Himal, Langtang range, Kathmandu Valley rim

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Himalayan foothills and mid-range peaks including views toward the Ganesh Himal, with the Trisuli river valley visible below along the flight path between Pokhara and Kathmandu

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Pokhara (right side) — Machapuchare (Fishtail Peak), Annapurna South, Phewa Lake below, Pokhara Valley terraces

Takeoff from PKR

RIGHT

Departing Pokhara on runway 22 and turning toward Kathmandu, the right side faces north directly into the Annapurna Himal, with Machapuchare's distinctive fishtail peak and the Annapurna massif dominating the skyline during initial climb.

MachapuchareAnnapurna SouthPhewa Lake belowPokhara Valley terraces
Aerial window seat view during landing at Kathmandu (right side) — Ganesh Himal, Langtang range, Kathmandu Valley rim, Bagmati river valley

Landing at KTM

RIGHT

The short hop to Kathmandu keeps the Himalayan range in view on the right through most of the flight, and on approach the Ganesh Himal and Langtang ranges remain visible to the north before the turn into the Kathmandu Valley.

Ganesh HimalLangtang rangeKathmandu Valley rimBagmati river valley

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Pokhara (PKR) to Tribhuvan International (KTM)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Pokhara to Kathmandu. This short flight is famous for its Himalayan views, and the right side keeps passengers facing the Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang ranges throughout nearly the entire route, from takeoff climb to final descent into Kathmandu.

What can I see during takeoff from Pokhara in Pokhara?

During takeoff from Pokhara (PKR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Pokhara on runway 22 and turning toward Kathmandu, the right side faces north directly into the Annapurna Himal, with Machapuchare's distinctive fishtail peak and the Annapurna massif dominating the skyline during initial climb. Notable sights include: Machapuchare (Fishtail Peak), Annapurna South, Phewa Lake below, Pokhara Valley terraces.

What can I see when landing at Tribhuvan International in Kathmandu?

When landing at Tribhuvan International (KTM), sit on the Right side for the best views. The short hop to Kathmandu keeps the Himalayan range in view on the right through most of the flight, and on approach the Ganesh Himal and Langtang ranges remain visible to the north before the turn into the Kathmandu Valley. Notable sights include: Ganesh Himal, Langtang range, Kathmandu Valley rim, Bagmati river valley.

How long is the flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu?

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

What does the Pokhara to Kathmandu flight path pass over?

Himalayan foothills and mid-range peaks including views toward the Ganesh Himal, with the Trisuli river valley visible below along the flight path between Pokhara and Kathmandu