Langtang & Gosaikunda · Village helipad

Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)

The nearest big Himalayan valley to Kathmandu, below Langtang Lirung.

Altitude
3,870 m 12,697 ft
Flight time
About 30 min from Kathmandu
Landing
Helipad at Kyanjin Gompa
Best months
March–May and September–December
Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)

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Helicopter trips to Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)

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Flying to Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa) by helicopter

Langtang is one of the shortest mountain flights from Kathmandu, which makes it a good choice for a half-day tour. Visitors see Langtang Lirung (7,227 m), the village monastery and the yak pastures of the upper valley.

Altitude

At 3,870 m (12,697 ft), the air is thin. Helicopter tours keep ground time short, and anyone who flies in directly from Kathmandu should move slowly and tell the crew about a headache or breathlessness.

Best time to fly

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.

Quick answers

How high is Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)?

Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa) is at 3,870 m (12,697 ft) above sea level.

Where do helicopters land at Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)?

Helipad at Kyanjin Gompa.

How long is the helicopter flight to Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)?

About 30 min from Kathmandu. Flight times depend on the route, the weather and any refuelling stops.

When is the best time to fly to Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa)?

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.

How much does a helicopter trip to Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa) cost?

Trips that include Langtang (Kyanjin Gompa) start from USD 1,800 per charter. Shared seats cost less for one or two travellers; a private charter is often better value for a group.

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