Tenzing–Hillary Airport-LUA
Tenzing–Hillary Airport in Lukla, Nepal is one of the smaller airports located in Nepal. Located in the eastern region of the county, the airport was included as one of the most critical airports in the world for over 20 years in the History Channel list of 2010. LUA Airport is located in one of the most popular places on Earth, Luksa, which is the starting base of your journey to the top of Mount Everest. Daily flights are available between Lukla and Kathmandu seasonally during good weather.
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Built in 1964, Tenzing–Hillary Airport was originally planned to be built over farmlands, however, the airport was instead built in its current location near Mount Everest. The airport has an asphalt runway that is only accessible to small fixed-wing aircrafts as well as helicopters. Located 2,845 meters above sea level, the airport is mostly used for passenger flights as well as transporting cargo to Lukla and other nearby towns. Namche Bazar is one of the closest cities near the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Everest Mountain Home in the Mt. Everest Base Camp is one of the best Tenzing–Hillary Airport hotels where you can embrace and experience the beauty of Nepal. It is located 2.8 kilometers from the airport. Khumbu Lodge & Restaurant is also a nice accommodation to check out near the airport.
Phaplu Airport (PPL) is the nearest airport to LUA Airport situated in the Village of Phaplu in the Solikhumbu District Province of Nepal.
On this page it is easy to search for Lukla, Nepal airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Lukla, Nepal (LUA) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the LUA airport.
Most of these LUA
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Lukla, Nepal
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Map of Lukla, Nepal Hotels
View all Lukla, Nepal (LUA) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Lukla, Nepal (LUA) location map.
Weather Forecast for Lukla, Nepal (LUA)
If you planning to travel to Lukla, Nepal (LUA), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 11:14 PM.
The temperature feels like 51.2 with a humidity level of 63 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 32 percent with visibility at 8.4 percent.
Today’s UV index is 7, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling west at a speed of 5 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 1:01 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
6/2
Scattered clouds
51°F
High: 57°F
Low: 47°F
Precipitation: 40%
Monday
6/3
Broken clouds
50°F
High: 56°F
Low: 44°F
Precipitation: 40%
Tuesday
6/4
Scattered clouds
50°F
High: 55°F
Low: 46°F
Precipitation: 30%
Wednesday
6/5
Scattered clouds
51°F
High: 57°F
Low: 46°F
Precipitation: 0%
Thursday
6/6
Scattered clouds
52°F
High: 59°F
Low: 36°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
6/7
Light rain
41°F
High: 45°F
Low: 38°F
Precipitation: 70%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Lukla, Nepal LUA airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free LUA airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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