Himalaya Airlines resumes direct Kathmandu-Shanghai flights

Summary

Himalaya Airlines has resumed direct scheduled flights between Kathmandu and Shanghai from September 28, initially operating two flights a week. The service is expected to boost Nepal-China connectivity, tourism, and business travel during the autumn season.

Key Points
  • Himalaya Airlines has resumed direct scheduled flights between Kathmandu and Shanghai via Tribhuvan International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
  • The airline is currently operating two flights a week, with the option to increase frequency depending on demand and load factors.
  • The resumed route is expected to improve Nepal-China air connectivity and support tourism and business travel during Nepal’s autumn season.
  • Himalaya Airlines is a Nepal-China joint venture established in 2014 and flies to destinations in the Middle East, South Asia, and China.
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