Pokhara Airport serves Nepal's second city, at the foot of the Annapurna range, approximately 3 km from the city center.
It is the main starting point for the Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp treks, as well as a base for paragliding over Phewa Lake.
How to get to Pokhara Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to PKR
Parking near Pokhara Airport
In front of the terminal is a small parking lot.
Rates are generally moderate.
How to get to Pokhara from PKR
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at Pokhara Airport
Leading car rental companies have desks at the airport.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card are sufficient for rental.
Hotels near Pokhara Airport
Lakeside, Phewa Lake
3 km and 10-15 minutes by car from the new international terminal, opened in 2023.
Best for: Those who want Lake Phewa, boats and the Lakeside restaurants within walking distance, with the airport just minutes away.
- Lake Phewa, the Tal Barahi Temple and the Lakeside restaurants within walking distance
- One of the shortest airport transfers in this whole guide, just minutes each way
- A tourist area, so pricier and busier than Pokhara as a whole
- More limited mountain views than the resorts up in the surrounding hills
Recommended hotels
- Atithi Suites On Lakeside Road, just 3 minutes on foot from Lake Phewa: restaurants such as The Juicery Cafe and Lemon Grass a few minutes away, outdoor pool on site. View availability
- Annapurna Boutique Hotel A 12-15 minute walk from Lake Phewa and about 3 km from the new terminal; terrace and in-house restaurant, a good compromise between price and closeness to the lake. View availability
Highland retreat and the smaller lakes
54 minutes to the hills of Kaskikot for the Himalayan Hideaway; about 15 minutes from Phewa but on a different road to Lake Begnas, where the InterContinental is located.
Best for: Those with more days who want views of the Annapurna or a lake less touristy than Phewa, accepting a longer transfer from the airport.
- Views of the Fishtail/Annapurna range and access to the Sarangkot Loop trail directly from the resort
- Lake Begnas, less touristy and quieter than Phewa, with the resort a minute's walk from the water
- A 45-55 minute transfer from the airport, to be budgeted for tight flights
- No restaurant or shop within walking distance outside the resort: evenings are spent on site
Recommended hotels
- Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, The Centara Collection In the hills of Kaskikot, 54 minutes from the airport and 12 miles from Lakeside: 42 rooms and villas with views of the Fishtail (Machapuchare) and direct access to the Sarangkot Loop trail. View availability
- InterContinental Pokhara Resort by IHG On Lake Begnas, not Phewa: a minute's walk from the water and about 15 minutes from Phewa Lake; 80 rooms with activities such as rowing and lake fishing. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal, expanded with a new international terminal, handles strong seasonal tourist traffic linked to trekking.
It is advisable to arrive with 2 hours of advance time for flights.
Map of Pokhara Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Pokhara the starting point for the Annapurna Circuit?
Yes, it's the main logistics base for organising both the Annapurna Circuit and the Annapurna Base Camp trek, among the most famous in the world.
Q. What can you do on Lake Phewa?
Boat trips with views of the Annapurna peaks on clear days, as well as being the landing spot for paragliding, a very popular activity in Pokhara.
Q. Is it worth haggling over the taxi price?
Yes, initial quotes can be higher than they should be: with a bit of negotiation the price usually drops to 800-1,500 NPR for Lakeside.
Q. How far is Lakeside from Pokhara airport?
About 3-4 km, a 10-minute taxi ride.
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