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Yeti Airlines

Name: Yeti Airlines
Brand: Yeti Airlines

Up to date as of October 22, 2026

Yeti Airlines is a Nepali domestic airline flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bhairahawa (Lumbini), Nepalgunj and other cities; its sister Tara Air serves remote mountain airstrips such as Lukla.

What it helps with

Visiting LumbiniFlights to Bhairahawa.
Trekking flightsTara Air to Lukla.
Avoiding long roadsShort domestic flights.

About Yeti Airlines:

Tickets are booked online or through travel agents. Foreign nationals pay US-dollar fares.

Key Features:

Domestic routes: Pokhara, Bhairahawa and more.
Tara Air: Flights to remote airstrips, including Lukla.
Online booking: With passport details.

How to Get Started:

Search flights on yetiairlines.com.
Book with passport details and pay.
Arrive early at the domestic terminal.

Before you use it

Limits: Lukla flights are cancelled often in poor visibility; plan buffer days.
Sign-up: Book with the exact passport name; foreigners show the passport at check-in.

Foreign card OK English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Yeti Airlines work with a foreign bank card in Nepal?: Yes — Yeti Airlines accepts foreign-issued cards in Nepal.
Is Yeti Airlines available in English?: Yes, Yeti Airlines has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Yeti Airlines?: No, an international phone number generally works for Yeti Airlines.
Do I need local ID or residency for Yeti Airlines?: No, Yeti Airlines doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Yeti Airlines?: Web · iOS · Android
How much does Yeti Airlines cost?: Fares by route; USD fares for foreigners