Helicopter services for Kedarnath will be booked through the official IRCTC website only. This will allows travelers to explore and reserve helicopter services from designated departure points like Phata, Sersi, or Guptkashi to the Kedarnath helipad.
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Steps to book helicopter tickets through IRCTC:
Here’s how to easily book helicopter tickets online in a few straightforward steps-
Step 1: Visit Official UTDB Website
Go to the Official Website of Uttarakhand UTDB and register yourself for Char Dham Yatra.
Step 2: Visit IRCTC Website
Go to the official IRCTC website and log in with your existing IRCTC account credentials or sign up to create a new account.
Step 3: Enter Registration Details
Enter registration number or group ID and click on “Submit”.
Step 4: Select Dates
Now choose your desired flying dates and click on “Search Helicopter”.
Step 5: Select Time Slot
Based on availability, choose from helipad options, time slots, and aviation companies.
Step 6: Passenger Selection & Verification
Select passengers and complete verification using OTP (One-Time Password).
Step 7: Payment Confirmation
Click “Pay & Confirm” to proceed to IRCTC’s secure payment page for transaction completion.
Step 8: Get Your Ticket
Once the booking is successful, download the ticket and ensure a printed hard copy is kept for travel purposes.
Price of Heli Tickets for Kedarnath
The cost of helicopter ticket for Kedarnath has been fixed by Uttarakhand government. Check out the tentative price of helicopter tickets for Kedarnath as per the latest updates.
| Helicopter Route (Helipad) | Round Trip Tariff |
| Phata to Kedarnath – Phata | INR 5500 Per Person |
| Sersi to Kedarnath – Sersi | INR 5498 Per Person |
| Guptkashi to Kedarnath – Guptkashi | INR 7740 Per Person |
List of Operating Helipads to Kedarnath
There are majorly 3 helipads enroute Kedarnath which offer regular Kedarnath Helicopter services.
Phata Helipad
| Location | 14 Kms from Guptkashi |
| Distance from Kedarnath | 31 Kms |
| Flying Time from Kedarnath to Phata | 9 Minutes |
| Ticket Price for Round Trip | INR 5500 Per Person |
| Altitude | 4921 feet |
Phata is major helipad for Kedarnath Helicopter Service and one of the busiest helipad enroute Kedarnath. Located at 14 kms from Guptkashi, Phata Helipad is used by major Kedarnath Heli Companies – Pawan Hans, Globar Vectra, Thumby Aviation, Krystal Aviation.
Sersi Helipad
| Location | 21 Kms from Guptkashi, 7 Kms from Phata |
| Distance from Kedarnath | 23 Kms |
| Flying Time from Kedarnath to Phata | 11 Minutes |
| Ticket Price for Round Trip | INR 5498 Per Person |
| Altitude | 6500 feet |
Sirsi is one of the main village and helipad enroute Kedarnath which offer Kedarnath Helicopter Service Booking which takes 11 mins to reach Kedarnath Dham. Located at 23 kms from Guptkashi, Sirsi Helipad is used by major Kedarnath Heli Companies – Himalayan Heli Service, Kestra Aviation, Arrow Aircraft.
Guptkashi Helipad
| Location | At Narayankoti, 4 kms from Guptkashi |
| Distance from Kedarnath | 46 Kms |
| Flying Time from Kedarnath to Phata | 15 Minutes |
| Ticket Price for Round Trip | INR 7740 Per Person |
| Altitude | 4800 feet |
Guptkashi is one of the main town enroute Kedarnath Dham. It is well connected with road and public transport is easily available to Guptkashi. Most of the pilgrims prefet Guptkashi Helipad for Kedarnath Dham visit as it is first helipad enroute and has good accommodation facilities along with other facilities like medical etc.
List of Operating Aviation Companies to Kedarnath
Last year, the administration had given permission to 8 aviation companies to operate Heli services from Sirsi, Phata & Guptkashi Helipads.
- Aryan Aviation
- Transbharat Aviation
- Pawan Hans
- Kestral Aviation
- Thumby Aviation
- Global Vectra Helicorp
- Arrow Aircraft
- Himalayan Heli
Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter
As Char Dham Yatra route is very much long and can take upto 10-12 days to cover by road, many pilgrims prefer to visit Chardham Yatra by Helicopter. Preferably old age pilgrims or who have not enough time to cover by road can always prefer Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter packages.
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Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter Price & Packages
Book Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter packages If you are running short on time and want to cover all the 4 temples in very limited time.
Here is the list of best Char Dham Yatra by helicopter price and packages for you covering Char Dham, Do Dham and each Dham separately.
| Helicopter Packages | Days | Tentative Package Cost |
| Char Dham Helicopter Package | 6 Days | INR 1,90,000/- Per Pax |
| Do Dham Helicopter Package | 4 Days | INR 1,25,000/- Per Pax |
| Do Dham Helicopter Package | Same Day | INR 1,05,000/- Per Pax |
| Ek Dham Helicopter Package | Same Day | Price On Request |
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Cancellation Policy for Kedarnath Helicopter Service
- Convenience Fee and Payment Gateway/Transaction Charges are non-refundable in all cases.
- Cancellations for online helicopter tickets must be done via the IRCTC website.
- Only online cancellation requests will be accepted; no other modes are acceptable.
- If the helicopter service is canceled due to technical reasons, bad weather, or government orders, a full refund (excluding charges) will be issued to passengers.
- Passengers must promptly cancel their tickets at the Helipad Counter and can expect online refunds in 5 to 7 days for online bookings or collect cash refunds for cash payments.
- If a refund isn’t received within 5 to 7 working days after cancellation due to operational/technical reasons, passengers can lodge a complaint via heliyatra@irctc.co.in within 15 days from the departure date for verification and refund processing.
- No refund claims will be acceptable after 15 days from departure.
Be Aware of Fake Helicopter Service Scam
- Caution advised while booking heli services. Use authorized websites only.
- Public is encouraged to report any suspicious activity related to heli service fraud to STF’s helpline number 1090.
- Stay vigilant online, share personal info cautiously, and stay updated on cyber fraud.
- Tickets for helicopter shuttle services will be booked only through IRCTC booking portal, and no other website.
FAQ’s
Q. Is there a helicopter service available for Kedarnath temple?
A. Yes, every year thousands of tourists visit Kedarnath by using chopper service.
Q. How can I book a helicopter ticket to Kedarnath?
A. Helicopter service to Kedarnath can be booked through the official IRCTC website only.
Q. From where helicopter service to Kedarnath is available?
A. Sirsi, Phata, Gupkashi and Dehradun.
Q. Which helipad of Kedarnath is closest to the railway station & airport?
A. Sehastradhara helipad at Dehradun is closest to both railhead & airport at a distance of less than an hour.
Q. What are the documents required for the Kedarnath helicopter service?
A. Chopper ticket, weight details, Aadhar card or ID proof and Char Dham biometric registration.
Q. What is the average round trip price for a Kedarnath helicopter ride?
A. As per previous year, helicopter ticket price is INR 5500/- per person for round trip.
Q. How much baggage is allowed per passenger?
A. Only 5kg per person; avoid carrying large suitcases.
Q. Is there any ticket concession for children?
A. Children above 2 years require a full ticket; no separate seat for children below 2 years. Check the aviation company for specific terms.
Q. How much time do I get for Darshan if I book a return ticket?
A. Approximately 2 hours. For return, check in at Kedarnath helipad, get a queue number, and prepare for a possible wait of over 2 hours.
Q. What is the distance between Kedarnath Helipad and the temple?
A. 500 meters or a 15-minute walk. Pithhus/Palkis can be booked if unable to trek.
Q. How long does it take to reach Kedarnath by helicopter?
A. About 5 to 7 minutes from the nearest helipad Sirsi and around 15 minutes from Guptkashi (excluding Dehradun Helipad).
Q. Can I buy only a one-way ticket to Kedarnath?
A. No.
Q. Is there a possibility of flight cancellation?
A. Yes, due to bad weather. Prepare for cancellations, sudden rain/snowfall, and extreme cold. Bring essentials like warm clothes, raincoat, waterproof shoes, gloves, socks, etc.
