Flights for Your Himalayan Trip
We book domestic flights to Leh, Srinagar, Kullu (Bhuntar), Chandigarh, Dharamshala and Jammu together with your taxi, hotel or tour package – the airport pickup is timed to your flight. Send the dates, route and passenger names – we share the available flights and fares, and book only after your OK. Fares are as per the airline at the time of booking.
Airports for Manali, Leh Ladakh, Kashmir & Himachal
| Airport | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuntar – Kullu Manali Airport (KUU) | Manali ≈ 50 km · 1.5 – 2 hrs | Small airport, weather-dependent flights from Delhi |
| Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh (IXL) | Leh town ≈ 5 km | Morning flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar – rest 1 – 2 days for acclimatisation |
| Sheikh ul-Alam Airport, Srinagar (SXR) | Dal Lake ≈ 15 km | For Kashmir, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and the Srinagar – Leh road |
| Chandigarh Airport (IXC) | Manali ≈ 300 km · Shimla ≈ 115 km | Best-connected airport for Himachal |
| Gaggal – Kangra Airport (DHM) | Dharamshala ≈ 15 km | For McLeodganj, Dharamshala and Palampur |
| Jammu Airport (IXJ) | Katra ≈ 50 km | For Vaishno Devi |
| Indira Gandhi Airport, Delhi (DEL) | Volvo / taxi to Manali ≈ 540 km | International arrivals – connect to Leh, Srinagar, Kullu or Chandigarh |
Distances are approximate. Airport pickups: Manali taxi rates (Bhuntar airport transfer), Leh taxi rates (Leh airport pickup), Srinagar taxi rates.
Flying to Leh – Important
- Leh is at about 3,500 m – plan 1 – 2 rest days on arrival before Khardung La (5,359 m · one of the World’s Highest Motorable Passes), Pangong or Tso Moriri.
- Flights to Leh, Kullu and Srinagar can be delayed by weather – keep a buffer day before your return flight or train.
- Carry a printed / digital ID; foreigners need a Protected Area Permit for some areas of Ladakh (we arrange it).
Book Flight Tickets
Send the route, date and passengers – we share flight options and fares before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the nearest airport to Manali?
Bhuntar – Kullu Manali Airport (KUU), about 50 km from Manali. Flights are few and weather-dependent, so many travellers fly to Chandigarh (about 300 km) and come by taxi or Volvo.
Can you book flights to Leh and Srinagar?
Yes – we book domestic flights to Leh, Srinagar, Kullu, Chandigarh, Dharamshala and Jammu together with your taxi or tour package.
Do you charge for flight booking?
Fares are as per the airline at the time of booking. We share the options and the total on WhatsApp and book only after your OK.
How many days should I rest after flying to Leh?
At least one full day, ideally two, before going higher to Khardung La, Nubra, Pangong or Tso Moriri.