Embarking on the holy pilgrimage to the sacred Amarnath Cave is a divine experience — and with helicopter services, the journey becomes more accessible, especially for those with time or physical limitations.

📆 Amarnath Yatra 2026 Schedule

• Yatra Dates: June 29 to August 28, 2026

• Registration Started: April 14, 2026

• Issued by: Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB)

• Official Website: jksasb.nic.in

🛫 Helicopter Routes & Authorized Operators

Amarnath helicopter services operate on three key sectors:

1. Neelgrath (Baltal) – Panchtarni – Neelgrath

• Operators: Global Vectra Helicorp Ltd., Arrow Aviation, Kestrel Aviation, Thumby Aviation

• Travel Time: ~8 minutes one-way

• Nearest Base: Sonamarg

2. Pahalgam – Panchtarni – Pahalgam

• Operators: Arrow, Kestrel, Thumby Aviation

• Travel Time: ~30 minutes one-way

• Nearest Base: Pahalgam town

3. Srinagar – Neelgrath – Srinagar (Limited Seats)

• Operator: Global Vectra Helicorp Ltd.

• Ideal For: High-end tourists and chartered services

💸 Fare Chart (As Fixed by SASB)

💡 Infants below 2 years fly free on an adult’s lap.

📝 How to Book Helicopter Tickets for Amarnath Yatra

Booking Platform:
✅ SASB Official Portal
✅ Authorized agents (check SASB list)
✅ Some tour operators (with tie-ups)

Required Documents:

• Valid Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC) from authorized doctor/hospital

• Aadhaar Card or Government Photo ID

• Maximum 5 persons can be booked using one debit/credit card within a 3-week window

⚠️ Guidelines and Eligibility

• ❌ Not Allowed: Children below 13 years and seniors above 70 years

• ❌ Pregnant women over 6 weeks gestation

• ✅ RFID Card: Mandatory for all pilgrims (issued post-registration)

• 🛑 Invalid CHC: Certificates issued before SASB’s announced date are not valid