Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 23, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport
Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport is a heliport in Khumjung, Nepal. It sits at an elevation of 17,372 ft (5,295 m). It observes Asia/Kathmandu local time. The nearest airport is Syangboche Airport (SYH), about 13.8 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KATHMANDU EAST FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL460 |
| KATHMANDU FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL460 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Nepal airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport located?
Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport is heliport located in Khumjung, Nepal, at an elevation of 17,372 ft (5,295 m).
What time zone is Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport in?
Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport is in the Asia/Kathmandu time zone (UTC+05:45).
What is the magnetic variation at Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport?
The nearest airport to Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport is Syangboche Airport (SYH), about 13.8 nm to the ssw, followed by Tenzing-Hillary Airport and Phaplu Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mount Everest Base Camp Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.