Updated Kedarnath Helicopter Tickets Price 15 Sept 2025 Onwards

The helicopter service to Kedarnath Dham has become more expensive, with fares increased by 45.86 percent. The new rates will apply to the second phase of helicopter services starting from September 15.

Overview: Kedarnath Helicopter Tickets Price

The helicopter service to Kedarnath began on May 2, 2025, this year. Initially, due to helicopter accidents in Uttarkashi and the Kedarnath valley, operations were disrupted, leading to suspension of the service. Now, from September 15, operations will resume.

Kedarnath Helicopter Tickets Price

Increase in fares by route ( Helicopter Charges for Kedarnath )

• Guptkashi to Kedarnath Helicopter Price
  Earlier: ₹8,532 → Now: ₹12,444

• Phata to Kedarnath Helicopter Price

  Earlier: ₹6,062 → Now: ₹8,842

• Sirsi to Kedarnath Helicopter Price
  Earlier: ₹6,060 → Now: ₹8,839

Note: The fare is in rupees per pilgrim for a round trip.

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For the helicopter service’s second phase starting in September, bookings will open on IRCTC’s website from September 10.

A 10-member committee, chaired by Home Secretary Shailesh Bagauli, has prepared an SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) for safety and flight standards in the Kedarnath helicopter service.

After government approval, services will resume from September 15 under the new SOP rules. AUDA (Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority) CEO Ashish Chauhan stated that due to fewer shuttle flights and limited seats available daily from Guptkashi, Sirsi, and Phata to Kedarnath, permission was given to increase the fares.

FAQ:

What is the cost of helicopter in Kedarnath in 2025?

Starting from September 15, 2025, the helicopter fare to Kedarnath has increased by approximately 46-49%. The new round-trip fares are:

• Guptkashi to Kedarnath: ₹12,444 (previously around ₹8,500)
• Phata to Kedarnath: ₹8,900 (previously around ₹6,500)
• Sirsi to Kedarnath: ₹8,500 (previously around ₹6,500)