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Vaishno Devi Helicopter Booking From Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir – A Straightforward Guide

Coming from Anantnag for Mata Rani’s darshan feels a bit different, yaar. You're already in Jammu & Kashmir, so reaching Katra isn’t as messy as it is for folks traveling from the other end of the country. Still, I’ve seen enough pilgrims walk into our Searli Helipad counter looking totally confused about routes, tickets, timings—sab mix-up ho jata hai.
So here’s a simple, practical guide that’ll help you travel without stress and get your Katra to Sanjichhat helicopter ride booked on time.

If you're ready to book your ticket, just use our main booking section here:
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Why People From Anantnag Prefer Helicopter Darshan

Most people from Anantnag tell me the same thing—“Bhai, poora trek karna mushkil lagta hai.”
Fair enough. When Katra to Sanjichhat takes just 8–10 minutes by helicopter, why tire yourself?

Plus, with elderly parents or small kids, the helicopter becomes the most practical, cost-efficient way. No drama, no overthinking.

How Pilgrims From Anantnag Can Reach Katra Helipad (With Exact Locations)

You're not looking for generic lines like “take a bus or taxi.” You want specific stations, road names, and proper steps. So here’s the exact breakdown that actually works for people from your side.

1. Traveling From Anantnag to Katra by Road (Most Common Option)

Honestly, this is the route 80% of people from your region take because it’s direct and doesn’t require hopping through airports or big stations.

Route (With Real Landmarks):

Distance & Time

Once you reach Katra Bus Stand, the Searli Helipad is just a short drive:

That’s exactly where your helicopter ride starts.

2. Train Route From Anantnag to Katra (If You Prefer Rail Travel)

Some people prefer trains because they find long drives stressful, especially in winter.

Nearest Railway Station in Anantnag

Step-by-Step Train Route

  1. Take a DEMU or local train from Anantnag (ANT) to Jammu Tawi (JAT)
     – Plenty of daily trains run between Baramulla → Banihal and vice-versa.

  2. From Jammu Tawi Railway Station (JAT), catch another train to:
    Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station (SVDK)
     – This leg takes about 1 hour 40 mins.

  3. From SVDK Railway Station, take an auto or taxi straight to Searli Helipad
     – Distance: 3.5 km
     – Time: 10–12 minutes

That’s it. No complicated transfers.

3. Travel Via Flight (Only If You Want Comfort or Weather Forces You)

You already know there’s no airport in Anantnag. The nearest one is:

Nearest Airport

How to Use This Route

  1. Travel from Anantnag to Srinagar Airport (62–65 km)

  2. Take any flight to Jammu Airport (IXJ)
     – Flight time: 40–50 minutes

  3. From Jammu Airport, get a taxi to Katra

    • Distance: 50 km

    • Time: 1.5 hours

    • Route: Jammu → Nagrota → Domel → Katra

  4. From Katra town, reach Searli Helipad
     – 10 minutes via Panthal Road

This option is mostly chosen during heavy snowfall or landslide-prone months.

How to Book Your Vaishno Devi Helicopter Ticket From Our Website

People from Anantnag usually prefer online booking to avoid walking in and hoping something is available. You just have to go to:
Katra to Vaishno Devi Helicopter Booking

There, you can:

Simple. No last-minute tension.

Final Words

Look, you’re practically from Mata Rani’s own state, but still, the journey can get confusing because roads, tunnels, and routes keep changing. This guide gives you the exact railway station names, airport names, routes, and helipad location—nothing vague, nothing sugarcoated.

If you’re ready to book, just use the link here:
Vaishno Devi Helicopter Booking

If you want my personal advice—don’t wait for peak crowd dates. Book early, show up calmly, and let the chopper do the tough part for you.

Jai Mata Di