We rebook the next fixed-wing slot first. Helicopters are a priced option, not a promise. A Kathmandu buffer night is cheaper than a missed international connection. We say so in the trip notes before you pay.
Lukla weather: what we actually do when flights stop
Sep 10, 2026 5 min read Nepal Travel
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