Himalaya Airlines, Nepal-China joint venture has increased its flight frequency in Kathmandu-Doha route. The carrier has announced to commence 9 flights a week starting from 12th July, 2018. Earlier, the carrier was operating 7 flights a week.
Himalaya airlines will operate the flights with its Airbus A320-200 facilitating LCD television up to 49 under the Free Baggage Allowance.
Himalaya Airlines has successfully completed 2nd year of commercial operations as per international standards with direct flights to Doha, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai and Dammam. Having received the SATA Gold Award for “Leading New International Airline – Visitor’s Choice in South Asia”, the airline has been at the forefront to demonstrate the commitment to serve the nation.
Previously, Himalaya Airlines requested government to review bilateral air service agreement (ASA) with China citing disparity in the number of Nepali and Chinese airlines running flights between the two countries. The airlines showed interest in northern region after being refused to get permission in landing in India.