Helicopter service is a popular option for pilgrims
visiting Kedarnath Dham β it saves hours of trekking and reaches
deep into the Himalayas in minutes. However, because the terrain and
weather in this region are unique, itβs important to follow official
procedures, avoid fraud, and understand the process clearly.
Joyful flying and breathtaking views are part of the
experience, but safety and official booking must always be your top
priority.
β¨ Official Booking β Avoid Fraud
πΉ The only official platform to book Kedarnath
helicopter tickets is the IRCTC Helicopter Booking
Portal:
π https://www.heliyatra.irctc.co.in
β this portal is sanctioned under government supervision for
Char Dham helicopter services.
β οΈ Important Fraud Alert:
- Only book helicopter tickets through the official IRCTC
portal above.
- No private agent, unofficial website, WhatsApp number,
or third-party site is authorized to sell government
helicopter tickets.
- Uttarakhand police and cybercrime units have been
actively blocking fake booking websites.
οΏ½ Main Helicopter Routes to Kedarnath
Helicopter services operate from
government-approved helipads en route to Kedarnath:
- π‘ Phata Helipad: Most common route.
Approx 8β10 minutes flight.
- π’ Sirsi Helipad: Close to Kedarnath.
Flight time around 10β12 minutes.
- π΅ Guptkashi Helipad: Slightly longer
flight (~15 minutes). Good facilities & accommodation
nearby.
π§ Helicopter Booking Process
- 1. Register for Char Dham Yatra:
Initial registration on the Uttarakhand Tourism portal is
required.
- 2. Visit Official Portal: Go to heliyatra.irctc.co.in.
- 3. Enter Yatra Registration Number: Use
your Char Dham/Helicopter yatra reference.
- 4. Choose Helipad & Date: Select Phata,
Sirsi, or Guptkashi.
- 5. Enter Passenger Details: Accurate
weight and info required for safety.
- 6. Pay Securely: Complete payment on
IRCTC portal and download ticket.
- 7. Carry ID: Carry valid photo ID on
travel day.
π° Helicopter Ticket Info (Indicative)
β οΈ Prices are indicative and subject to change
each season β always check the official portal.
- β’ Phata: βΉ5,500 β βΉ7,500 per person
(Return)
- β’ Sirsi: βΉ5,000 β βΉ7,000 per person
(Return)
- β’ Guptkashi: βΉ7,000 β βΉ8,500 per person
(Return)
π‘ Safety & Weather
Flights in the Himalayas are highly
weather-dependent. Even with confirmed bookings, delays or
cancellations can occur due to low visibility or wind.
- β’ Best Time: Morning flights are
usually safer and more stable.
- β’ Clothing: Carry warm clothes as
mountaintop weather changes quickly.
- β’ Instructions: Always listen to ground
crew for safety.
π Important Tips to Avoid Fraud
- Only book via: heliyatra.irctc.co.in
- Do not trust WhatsApp agents offering
"guaranteed seats".
- Never transfer money to personal bank accounts
for tickets.
- Report suspicious callers to cybercrime units.
π©Ί Refund Policies
If flights are cancelled due to weather, tickets are usually
refunded as per the official IRCTC policy. Always check specific
terms during booking.
