Heli Flight to Lukla
Chhukung to Lukla Helicopter Flight
- Flight time
- 15 min
- Group size
- Up to 5 people
- Private charter
- USD 2,400
Everest region · Village helipad
Last village before Island Peak Base Camp.
Climbers and trekkers heading to Island Peak or over the Kongma La pass often finish with a helicopter flight from Chhukung, saving several days of walking back down the valley.
At 4,730 m (15,518 ft), there is only about half to 60 percent of the oxygen available at sea level. Ground time on helicopter tours is limited to a few minutes, and helicopters carry fewer passengers per flight at this height because thin air reduces lift.
Helicopters fly all year when the weather allows. The clearest months are March–May and September–December. In the June–August monsoon, early morning is usually the only clear window.
Chhukung is at 4,730 m (15,518 ft) above sea level.
Helipad at Chhukung.
About 15 min to Lukla. Flight times depend on the route, the weather and any refuelling stops.
The clearest flying months are March–May and September–December. Morning flights have the best chance of clear views, because cloud usually builds by midday.
Trips that include Chhukung start from USD 2,400 private charter. Shared seats cost less for one or two travellers; a private charter is often better value for a group.
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