Gateway to the Annapurna region and Nepal's lake city.
Opened
1958
Location
Pokhara, Nepal
Pokhara Airport (IATA: PKR, ICAO: VNPK) is a domestic airport serving Pokhara, the second-largest city in Nepal and a major hub for trekkers heading to the Annapurna Conservation Area. Located in the Kaski District, the airport sits at an elevation of approximately 2,713 feet (827 meters) above sea level.
The airport has historically been one of the busiest domestic airports in Nepal, handling flights primarily between Pokhara and Kathmandu as well as some other domestic destinations. It played a central role in connecting tourists and trekkers to the lakeside city before the opening of the nearby Pokhara International Airport in 2023.
With the inauguration of the new Pokhara Regional International Airport (IATA: PWA) in January 2023, much of the traffic shifted to the new facility. The older domestic airport's operational future has been subject to transition planning as Nepal manages the changeover between the two facilities.
Terminals
The airport features a single small terminal building designed to handle domestic passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
The airport is located close to Pokhara's city center and lakeside tourist district, accessible by taxi and local transport.
Airlines here
Airlines historically operating here include Nepal Airlines, Tara Air, and Buddha Air on domestic routes, primarily to Kathmandu.
Notable facts
- ›Situated at approximately 827 meters (2,713 feet) above sea level in the Pokhara Valley.
- ›Served as Nepal's second busiest airport before the opening of the new Pokhara Regional International Airport in January 2023.
- ›The airport is located only a few kilometers from Phewa Lake, a major tourist attraction.
- ›Used extensively as a base for trekkers accessing the Annapurna and Mustang regions.
- ›The new Pokhara International Airport (PWA), built nearby with Chinese investment, was inaugurated in January 2023 to replace and expand capacity.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
