The amarnath yatra helicopter service offers pilgrims a convenient and faster way to reach the sacred Amarnath Cave. Instead of the 3-5 day trek, devotees can complete their Amarnath yatra in just one day through chopper booking. For devotees, who like to do Amarnath yatra via helicopter. The helicopter service operates from three main routes – Neelgrath (Baltal), Pahalgam, and Srinagar, making the holy pilgrimage accessible to elderly devotees, those with health concerns, and busy travelers.
All the helicopter bookings are managed by shri amarnath yatra shrine board through their official website, ensuring a safe and organized travel experience.
The service typically operates during the yatra season from July to August, subject to weather conditions and government approvals.
Let’s explore key dates, timings, tickets charges and step by step process to book your helicopter for Amarnath Yatra.
Event | Date |
Amarnath Yatra Start Date | July 3, 2025 |
Amarnath Yatra End Date | August 9, 2025 (Rakshabandhan) |
Booking Opens | To be announced on www.jksasb.nic.in |
Helicopter Service Start | July 3, 2025 (depends on weather) |
Duration | 37 days |
A one-way helicopter ticket for the Amarnath Yatra costs ₹3,860 per person. For a round-trip ticket, the fare ranges from ₹7,720 to ₹8,500 per person, depending on the selected route—either Neelgrath or Pahalgam.
Service Type | Route | Cost |
Same Day Return | Neelgrath – Panjtarni – Neelgrath | ₹7,720 per person |
Next Day Return | Neelgrath – Panjtarni – Neelgrath | ₹7,720 per person |
One Way Ticket | Neelgrath → Panjtarni | ₹3,860 per person |
One Way Ticket | Panjtarni → Neelgrath | ₹3,860 per person |
Same Day Return | Pahalgam – Panjtarni – Pahalgam | ₹8,500 per person (approx.) |
Srinagar Shuttle | Srinagar – Neelgrath – Srinagar | ₹5,000 per person (approx.) |
Note: Amarnath yatra helicopter charges are subject to change.
Additional Costs:
The official way to book Amarnath Yatra helicopter tickets is through the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) website.
Step 1: Visit Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board’s official Portal
Step 2: Register for Amarnath Yatra
Before booking helicopter tickets, it is mandatory to register for the Amarnath Yatra and obtain your Yatra Permit (Yatra Parchi) and a compulsory health certificate (CHC) from an authorized doctor/hospital.
Step 3: Create an Account
Sign up on the portal by entering your basic details—name, contact number, email ID, and create a login password.
Step 4: Select Online Services
After logging in, go to the ‘Online Services’ section. Choose “Helicopter” and then your preferred route:
Select whether you want a one-way or round-trip ticket and enter your desired travel date.
Step 5: Fill in Passenger Details including,
Step 6: Choose Departure Slot
Pick your preferred departure time from the available time slots for both onward and return journeys.
Step 7: Make Payment
Proceed to pay using online payment options e.g., Credit/Debit Card and Net Banking.
Step 8: Get Confirmation
After successful payment, you’ll receive a confirmation email and SMS with your helicopter ticket and a unique booking reference number. Download and print the ticket for verification during travel.
Important Booking Tips
Below mentioned are primary helicopter routes, service operators, distance from helipad and fly time.
Helicopter Route | Operator | Distance | Fly Time |
Neelgrath – Panjtarni – Neelgrath | Global Vectra Helicorp Limited | 12 km from Baltal | 8 min |
Neelgrath – Panjtarni – Neelgrath | Consortium of M/s Arrow Air Craft Pvt. Ltd. | 12 km from Baltal | 8 min |
Pahalgam – Panjtarni – Pahalgam | Consortium of M/s Arrow Air Craft Pvt. Ltd. | 32 km from Pahalgam | 20 min |
Srinagar – Neelgrath – Srinagar | Global Vectra Helicorp Limited | 84 km from Srinagar | 45 min |
The Most Popular for Amarnath Yatra Helicopter Booking from Baltal:
The best route for people staying near Pahalgam area.
The cost of Amarnath Yatra by helicopter varies by route:
The above cost doesn’t include yatra registration fee, food or accommodation.
Neelgrath route is the first choice of devotees because:
Helicopter bookings for the Amarnath Yatra usually start in early to mid-June, around 15–30 days before the Yatra begins. As of June 2025, bookings have not started yet for the upcoming Yatra, which is scheduled to begin on July 3, 2025.
People those aged between 13 and 75 years are allowed to travel for the Amarnath Yatra by helicopter, as younger children and older adults are at higher risk due to the extreme weather
Required documents for amarnath yatra by helicopter includes :
Helicopter services for the Amarnath Yatra usually run daily between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Below are the key details.
Yes, there’s a baggage limit of 5 kg per passenger. Personal weight restrictions may apply based on helicopter capacity and high-altitude flying requirements. Passengers should be physically fit and able to handle high-altitude conditions.
Weather cancellations are common in mountain areas. In such cases:
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