Delhi to Pokhara flights — no regular international service, so route via Kathmandu, then a short domestic hop. Fares, airports and Nepal entry for Indians.
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Quick answer: Delhi to Pokhara flights take about No regular non-stop — typically DEL → Kathmandu (KTM) ≈ 1h 45m, then ≈ 25m domestic to Pokhara, No regular scheduled international flights into Pokhara — fly Delhi → Kathmandu (KTM), then a domestic hop to Pokhara. Check the visa requirement for your destination before you book. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–PKR fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Despite the new airport, there is no regular scheduled international flight into Pokhara, so the realistic route is two legs. First fly Delhi → Kathmandu (KTM) — a roughly 1h 45m non-stop on Air India, IndiGo or Nepal Airlines, with several departures daily. Then take a short domestic hop to Pokhara (about 25 minutes) on Buddha Air, Yeti Airlines or Shree Airlines, which run frequently through the day. A practical tip: do not book a tight same-ticket connection — clearing immigration at Kathmandu and switching to a domestic flight takes time, so many travellers overnight in Kathmandu or allow a long buffer.
Pokhara International Airport opened in January 2023 but has struggled to attract regular international services. A short-lived Pokhara–Lhasa link was suspended, and aside from sporadic charters the airport mainly handles domestic flights. Part of the issue is operational — and crucially, India has not granted air access via the direct western route, so flights into Nepal route through the southern corridor near Simara, undercutting Pokhara's appeal for international carriers from the west. The upshot for now: treat Kathmandu as your entry point and connect onward domestically. Watch for change, as new international links are periodically proposed.
Nepal's trekking peaks are autumn (October–November) and spring (March–April), when fares to Kathmandu and the onward Pokhara hop firm up; the December and Indian holiday periods are busy too. The cheaper, quieter stretches are typically the monsoon months (June–August) and deep winter. As of May 2026, indicative round-trip fares Delhi–Kathmandu run roughly ₹14,000–28,000, with the short Kathmandu–Pokhara sector commonly ₹4,000–7,000 each way. Book the trekking-season dates several weeks ahead, and remember the mountain hop can be delayed by weather. Indicative only — check live in the FlightGPT chat.
The Delhi → Kathmandu leg blocks about 1h 45m over roughly 800 km, and the onward Kathmandu → Pokhara domestic hop is a scenic ~25 minutes with Himalayan views on a clear day (sit on the right flying west). Total aerial distance Delhi–Pokhara is around 1,000 km. Nepal runs 15 minutes ahead of India — an unusual offset to remember when reading schedules. If flights into Pokhara are disrupted by weather, the alternative is the scenic 6–7 hour drive from Kathmandu on the Prithvi Highway, or tourist coaches, which many trekkers use anyway. Allow generous connection time at Kathmandu.
On the international Delhi–Kathmandu leg, full-service economy on Air India or Nepal Airlines typically allows around 25–30 kg, while IndiGo usually gives 20 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on international fares — confirm against your fare bucket. The short Nepali domestic hops have tighter limits, often around 15–20 kg, with excess charged per kilo, so trekkers carrying gear should check carefully and pre-pay if needed. Because the two legs are usually separate tickets, bags are not automatically through-checked — plan to collect and re-check at Kathmandu. Pack trekking essentials in your cabin bag in case checked luggage is delayed on the mountain sector.
Delhi (DEL) — international flights to Kathmandu depart Terminal 3. Kathmandu (KTM) — Tribhuvan International is Nepal's main hub, with an international terminal and a separate domestic terminal for the Pokhara hop; allow time to clear immigration, collect bags and move between them. Pokhara (PKR) — the new international airport sits about 3–4 km from the lakeside (Lakeside/Phewa) tourist strip, a short taxi ride away; for now it mainly serves domestic arrivals. From Pokhara town it is a short drive to the start points and jeep transfers for the Annapurna treks. Keep your passport or voter ID handy throughout.
Indian citizens do not need a visa for Nepal — under the long-standing India–Nepal treaty there is free movement between the two countries. To prove nationality you can travel on a valid Indian passport or a photo Voter ID issued by the Election Commission (a few other documents are accepted in specific cases). For children, a birth certificate or school ID with a parent generally suffices. No entry fee or visa-on-arrival applies to Indians. Carry the document throughout, as it may be checked at the airport and on the domestic hop. Full guidance is in the Visas guide.
Pokhara is at its best in autumn (October–November) and spring (March–April), with clear skies, stable mountain weather and the sharpest Annapurna and Machhapuchhre views — prime trekking seasons. Winter (December–February) is cool and clear at lake level but cold and snowy on the high trails. The monsoon (June–September) brings cloud, rain and leeches on the trails and frequently disrupts the short mountain flight, so build in buffer days. For lake-and-paragliding trips rather than high trekking, the shoulder weeks still work well. For trip ideas, see the destinations guide.
Not on a regular basis. Pokhara's new international airport opened in 2023 but has no scheduled overseas services, so in practice you fly Delhi to Kathmandu (about 1h 45m) and then take a short ~25-minute domestic hop to Pokhara on Buddha Air, Yeti or Shree Airlines.
Fly Delhi to Kathmandu (KTM) on Air India, IndiGo or Nepal Airlines, then connect to a Nepali domestic flight to Pokhara (~25 minutes). Leave a generous buffer or overnight in Kathmandu, as you must clear immigration and change terminals. A 6-7 hour drive from Kathmandu is the backup.
As of May 2026, indicative round-trip fares Delhi-Kathmandu run roughly ₹14,000-28,000, with the short Kathmandu-Pokhara hop commonly ₹4,000-7,000 each way. Book trekking-season dates several weeks ahead. Indicative only - check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
No. Indian citizens do not need a visa for Nepal under the India-Nepal treaty. To prove nationality, travel on a valid Indian passport or a photo Voter ID issued by the Election Commission. No entry fee applies. Carry the document throughout. See /visas.
Pokhara's 2023 airport has failed to secure regular international flights - partly operational, and partly because India has not granted air access via the direct western route, so flights enter Nepal through the southern corridor. For now, route via Kathmandu and connect domestically.
Autumn (October-November) and spring (March-April) are best, with clear skies and sharp Annapurna views - the prime trekking seasons. Winter is cold on the high trails, and the monsoon (June-September) brings rain and often disrupts the short mountain flight.
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There is currently no non-stop service between Delhi and Pokhara — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of No regular non-stop — typically DEL → Kathmandu (KTM) ≈ 1h 45m, then ≈ 25m domestic to Pokhara. Comparing hubs side by side often saves 15-30 percent. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Delhi Pokhara ticket but are open to a layover.
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