What is an air ambulance service?

An air ambulance is a medically equipped aircraft used to transport critically ill patients quickly and safely over long distances, with a trained medical team on board throughout the journey.

How much does an air ambulance cost in India?

The cost of an air ambulance in India typically ranges from INR 2 to 3 lakh for short domestic transfers and can go up to INR 10 to 25 lakh for longer or more complex missions, depending on the distance, aircraft type, and medical care required.

What is the difference between an air ambulance and a ground ambulance?

An air ambulance covers long distances significantly faster than a ground ambulance and carries ICU-level equipment with a trained medical team on board, providing continuous hospital-grade care throughout the journey.

Does an air ambulance have a ventilator?

Yes. Every Accretion Aviation air ambulance carries a transport ventilator, cardiac monitor, defibrillator, oxygen cylinders, IV infusion pumps, suction machine, and airway management equipment.

How quickly can an air ambulance be arranged?

Accretion Aviation activates air ambulance missions within 2 hours of the first call, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Is air ambulance covered by health insurance in India?

Many health insurance policies in India cover air ambulance services. Our team assists with the documentation required to support insurance claims.

What medical staff travel on board an air ambulance?

Every Accretion Aviation air ambulance flight is staffed with trained doctors and paramedics experienced in critical care and aeromedical transport.

Can an air ambulance land at small or remote airports?

Yes. Our fleet includes aircraft capable of operating from compact and remote airstrips, allowing us to reach Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and remote locations across India.

What documents are needed to book an air ambulance?

You will need the patient's name, age, weight and ID proof; the attendant's name, age, weight and ID proof; the patient's medical report and case summary; a discharge summary; and vaccination certificates for both the patient and attendant.

Do air ambulances fly at night?

Yes, air ambulances can fly at night, subject to weather conditions and airport operational hours at the departure and arrival locations.

What is the difference between a charter air ambulance and a commercial stretcher transfer?

A charter air ambulance is a fully dedicated ICU-equipped aircraft for critical patients requiring continuous medical care. A commercial stretcher transfer is a more affordable option for stable patients, where the patient travels on a stretcher aboard a commercial flight accompanied by a trained medical attendant.

What is the use of an air ambulance?

An air ambulance is used to transport critically ill patients quickly over long distances where road transport would be too slow, ensuring continuous medical care from the origin hospital to the destination hospital.

Air Ambulance In Kathmandu

Q: Can a family member travel with the patient?

Yes, one attendant from the family can travel on board with the patient, subject to weight and space availability on the aircraft.

Air Ambulance in Kathmandu is available 24/7 & 365 days. Our team of doctors, technicians, and pilots ensures the fastest and safest transfers to the patients. Additionally, the well-being of patients and their attendees is assured.

Experience

Highlights

Air ambulance has onboard a qualified team of doctors, technicians, and pilots to attend to the patient throughout the transfers
Both pickup and drop ground ambulances have trained technicians for assistance
Patients Plus two attendants can travel
The luggage weight allowance is 10 kg per person
A separate check-in for the fastest transfer and a ground handler will be available to assist with the process
Air ambulance service in Kathmandu is equipped with the required high-tech ICU equipment and medical tools
We serve bed-to-bed transfer of the patient safely

Full Description

Air Ambulance Services in Kathmandu

When someone falls seriously ill in Kathmandu, the first hours decide a lot. Whether it is a trekker back from the Everest or Annapurna routes with altitude sickness, a tourist hurt in Thamel, or a family from India who wants treatment closer to home, Accretion Aviation moves the patient by ICU air ambulance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to the right hospital in India.

We run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our medical team and aircraft are ready to activate within 2 hours of your call, and we handle the transfer bed to bed.

Call now: +91-9575340786

How a Kathmandu Air Ambulance Transfer Works

Call and assess. Share the diagnosis, current condition and the hospital you want. Our doctor reviews the case and confirms the right aircraft and equipment.
Pickup in Kathmandu. A ground ambulance collects the patient from the hospital or hotel, whether that is Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (Maharajgunj), Grande International Hospital (Dhapasi), Norvic International Hospital (Thapathali), Patan Hospital (Lagankhel), CIWEC Hospital (Lazimpat) or a hotel in Thamel or Boudha.
Flight. The patient is shifted to Tribhuvan International Airport and flown with an ICU setup, a doctor and a paramedic throughout. One family attendant can fly along, subject to weight and space.
Arrival. A second ground ambulance waits on the runway side and takes the patient straight to the receiving hospital.

Common Routes from Kathmandu

Route	Typical receiving hospitals	Estimated cost
Kathmandu to Delhi	AIIMS, Medanta Gurugram, Max Saket, Fortis Escorts	On request
Kathmandu to Patna	Paras HMRI, AIIMS Patna	On request
Kathmandu to Varanasi	BHU Sir Sunderlal Hospital	On request
Kathmandu to Lucknow	SGPGI, KGMU	On request
Kathmandu to Mumbai	Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani, Nanavati	On request
Kathmandu to Chennai or Vellore	Apollo, CMC Vellore	On request

We also fly to other Indian cities on request. Your hospital choice decides the route, not the other way round.

Who We Fly Most Often from Kathmandu

Trekkers and climbers with altitude sickness, fractures or exposure after Everest Base Camp, Annapurna or Langtang treks
Road accident and trauma patients who need a neurosurgical or orthopaedic centre
Cardiac, stroke and respiratory patients who need an advanced ICU
Indian nationals living or travelling in Nepal who want to continue treatment at home

Air Ambulance Cost from Kathmandu

The cost depends on the destination, the aircraft and the level of care needed on board. Call with the patient details and we will give you a clear quote within minutes, with no hidden charges.

Documents Required to Book

Patient name, age, weight and ID proof (passport for foreign nationals)
Attendant name, age, weight and ID proof
Medical report and case summary
Discharge summary
Vaccination certificate of patient and attendant

Keep scans of these ready on WhatsApp and we can begin planning while you gather the originals.

Why Families Choose Accretion Aviation

We have 15 years of operations, 500+ missions completed and a network across 100+ cities in India. Our team answers around the clock, including holidays. You speak to a person who understands the case, not a call centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can you reach Kathmandu?

We activate within 2 hours of your call, subject to aircraft availability and airport clearances.

Which airport do you use?

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), the only international airport serving Kathmandu.

Can a family member travel with the patient?

Yes, one attendant can fly on board, subject to weight and space.

Is there a doctor on the flight?

Yes. A doctor and a paramedic stay with the patient from takeoff to landing.

Can you fly a foreign national from Kathmandu to India?

Yes. We need valid passport details for the patient and attendant, and we coordinate the airport formalities.

Can I choose the hospital in India?

Yes. Tell us the hospital and we plan the route and ground transfer around it.

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Meeting Point

Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal

Important Information

Kindly note that delays may occur due to factors such as air traffic control clearance or weather conditions.
Air ambulance cost in Kathmandu includes bed-to-bed transfer, an ICU equipped air plane, and a medical crew.
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