Explore the latest Nepal Airlines (RA) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Nepal Airlines Corporation is the flag carrier of Nepal and its oldest airline. It was founded in 1958 and was formerly known as Royal Nepal Airlines. It had its heyday during the 1980s when it operated as far as London and also became the launch customer of the B757-200M convertible model. The 1990s liberalisation of the Nepali domestic market and corruption issues led to a restructuring of the airline with a partial privatization. Today, Nepal Airlines operates scheduled domestic and short to medium haul Asian services. The fleet for international services is made up of Airbus A320 and A330 aircraft.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Passengers are strictly allowed one hand baggage with a maximum dimension not exceeding 22"x 18" x10" and a total weight not exceeding 7 kg. In addition, passengers can carry the following items for free: handbag, wallet, purse, notebook, laptop; walking sticks used by elderly passengers, sick passengers, and disabled passengers; camera/binoculars; infant food. To avoid extra charges for excess baggage, please make sure to fit your allowed weight into your number of pieces. Any extra weight or number of pieces will be subject to additional fees, provided space is on hold for your excess baggage.
You must state your intention to bring your pet when reserving your flight. More information is available from your travel agent or NAC Cargo offices. Pets are subject to excess luggage rates. Check with your veterinarian beforehand to make sure it is a good idea to travel with your pet. However, this service is not available in flights operating by Airbus A320.
Infants are passengers under the age of two years. Infants may fly free if they do not have a separate seat and must sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. One adult may travel with two infants. In this case, you must buy one seat for one infant, and the other can sit on the adult's lap.
Royal Nepal Airlines allows passengers to do a web check-in 24 hours before departure. All domestic flights must have checked in at least 60 minutes before departure. At all airports, boarding ends 25 minutes before takeoff. Customers should be at Check-in at least 2 hours before their flight is due to depart, as per Royal Nepal Airlines's recommendation. The last call for international flights is 75 minutes before departure. A minimum of 25 minutes before departure, boarding must be completed at all airports. Royal Nepal Airlines requests that passengers check in at the airport at least 4 hours before their aircraft is scheduled to take off.
All children above five years and under 12 years traveling on firm tickets are considered unaccompanied minors (Ums). Children, less than five years will not be accepted for travel unless accompanied by an adult full-fare paying passengers of 18 years or an escort service that has been arranged. Young Passengers (YPs) are children between 12 and their 16th birthday and traveling alone, whose parents/guardians have specially requested Nepal Airlines for UM/YP service.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Nepal Airlines.
How many cabin bags does Nepal Airlines allow, and do Economy and Business have the same weight limit?
One bag up to 22 × 18 × 10 inches: 7 kg in Economy or 10 kg in Business. The page separately permits items such as a handbag, wallet, laptop, camera, infant food and eligible walking sticks.
Can I pack my entire Nepal Airlines free baggage allowance into one heavy suitcase?
Each checked piece is limited to 32 kg. Total free allowances differ by route, direction and booking class; a total allowance is not a per-piece limit.
Can Nepal Airlines prepaid excess baggage cover interline flights or infants?
No. The scheme excludes interline flights and infants, is non-transferable and non-endorsable, and covers checked baggage on the booked flight only. Buy return segments separately; availability depends on payload.
If I use less Nepal Airlines prepaid baggage than purchased, can I refund or carry over the unused weight?
Unused weight is not refundable at check-in and cannot be carried over to another flight. Separate cancellation and refund conditions exist; this does not mean every refund situation is excluded.
Where should I report checked baggage that does not arrive after a Nepal Airlines flight?
Immediately visit the Baggage Help Desk near baggage claim and complete a Property Irregularity Report (PIR), including the bag’s colour, size and identifying marks.
What should I prepare when reporting damaged Nepal Airlines baggage at Kathmandu?
Report promptly at the airline’s Baggage Help Desk at Tribhuvan International Airport and keep a PIR copy. Provide contact details, flight and bag-tag information, damage evidence, purchase receipt and the bag’s age.
How do I arrange Nepal Airlines assistance for a child travelling alone on its listed international direct flights?
For listed RA direct routes between Nepal and Malaysia, India, Qatar, Hong Kong, Japan, the UAE or Thailand, contact a sales office at least two days before travel. The charge is USD 100 each way plus applicable GST/VAT. Confirm age eligibility and handover arrangements when booking.
Which Nepal Airlines ground assistance category applies at Kathmandu if I can walk to my seat but cannot use aircraft stairs?
The 25 June 2026 NAC-GSP guide identifies WCHS for this need. Request it during booking; it includes wheelchair and boarding support and requires an ambulift. Arrangements remain subject to equipment, safety and airline approval.
What advance information is needed for a battery-powered wheelchair with Nepal Airlines?
The NAC-GSP guide requests battery type, weight, dimensions, battery removability, free-wheel mode, detachable parts, handling instructions and existing condition 72 hours before departure. Lithium batteries also require Wh rating and manufacturer instructions. Airline approval is required.
After paying for an international booking on Nepal Airlines’ website, when should I save the itinerary and where can I get help?
Wait for the payment gateway to return to the airline ticketing system after payment confirmation, then print the confirmation and itinerary. For online booking problems, contact [email protected].
Nepal Airlines Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Nepal Airlines (RA) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Explore the latest Nepal Airlines (RA) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Nepal Airlines Corporation is the flag carrier of Nepal and its oldest airline. It was founded in 1958 and was formerly known as Royal Nepal Airlines. It had its heyday during the 1980s when it operated as far as London and also became the launch customer of the B757-200M convertible model. The 1990s liberalisation of the Nepali domestic market and corruption issues led to a restructuring of the airline with a partial privatization. Today, Nepal Airlines operates scheduled domestic and short to medium haul Asian services. The fleet for international services is made up of Airbus A320 and A330 aircraft.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Passengers are strictly allowed one hand baggage with a maximum dimension not exceeding 22"x 18" x10" and a total weight not exceeding 7 kg. In addition, passengers can carry the following items for free: handbag, wallet, purse, notebook, laptop; walking sticks used by elderly passengers, sick passengers, and disabled passengers; camera/binoculars; infant food. To avoid extra charges for excess baggage, please make sure to fit your allowed weight into your number of pieces. Any extra weight or number of pieces will be subject to additional fees, provided space is on hold for your excess baggage.
You must state your intention to bring your pet when reserving your flight. More information is available from your travel agent or NAC Cargo offices. Pets are subject to excess luggage rates. Check with your veterinarian beforehand to make sure it is a good idea to travel with your pet. However, this service is not available in flights operating by Airbus A320.
Infants are passengers under the age of two years. Infants may fly free if they do not have a separate seat and must sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. One adult may travel with two infants. In this case, you must buy one seat for one infant, and the other can sit on the adult's lap.
Royal Nepal Airlines allows passengers to do a web check-in 24 hours before departure. All domestic flights must have checked in at least 60 minutes before departure. At all airports, boarding ends 25 minutes before takeoff. Customers should be at Check-in at least 2 hours before their flight is due to depart, as per Royal Nepal Airlines's recommendation. The last call for international flights is 75 minutes before departure. A minimum of 25 minutes before departure, boarding must be completed at all airports. Royal Nepal Airlines requests that passengers check in at the airport at least 4 hours before their aircraft is scheduled to take off.
All children above five years and under 12 years traveling on firm tickets are considered unaccompanied minors (Ums). Children, less than five years will not be accepted for travel unless accompanied by an adult full-fare paying passengers of 18 years or an escort service that has been arranged. Young Passengers (YPs) are children between 12 and their 16th birthday and traveling alone, whose parents/guardians have specially requested Nepal Airlines for UM/YP service.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Nepal Airlines.
How many cabin bags does Nepal Airlines allow, and do Economy and Business have the same weight limit?
One bag up to 22 × 18 × 10 inches: 7 kg in Economy or 10 kg in Business. The page separately permits items such as a handbag, wallet, laptop, camera, infant food and eligible walking sticks.
Can I pack my entire Nepal Airlines free baggage allowance into one heavy suitcase?
Each checked piece is limited to 32 kg. Total free allowances differ by route, direction and booking class; a total allowance is not a per-piece limit.
Can Nepal Airlines prepaid excess baggage cover interline flights or infants?
No. The scheme excludes interline flights and infants, is non-transferable and non-endorsable, and covers checked baggage on the booked flight only. Buy return segments separately; availability depends on payload.
If I use less Nepal Airlines prepaid baggage than purchased, can I refund or carry over the unused weight?
Unused weight is not refundable at check-in and cannot be carried over to another flight. Separate cancellation and refund conditions exist; this does not mean every refund situation is excluded.
Where should I report checked baggage that does not arrive after a Nepal Airlines flight?
Immediately visit the Baggage Help Desk near baggage claim and complete a Property Irregularity Report (PIR), including the bag’s colour, size and identifying marks.
What should I prepare when reporting damaged Nepal Airlines baggage at Kathmandu?
Report promptly at the airline’s Baggage Help Desk at Tribhuvan International Airport and keep a PIR copy. Provide contact details, flight and bag-tag information, damage evidence, purchase receipt and the bag’s age.
How do I arrange Nepal Airlines assistance for a child travelling alone on its listed international direct flights?
For listed RA direct routes between Nepal and Malaysia, India, Qatar, Hong Kong, Japan, the UAE or Thailand, contact a sales office at least two days before travel. The charge is USD 100 each way plus applicable GST/VAT. Confirm age eligibility and handover arrangements when booking.
Which Nepal Airlines ground assistance category applies at Kathmandu if I can walk to my seat but cannot use aircraft stairs?
The 25 June 2026 NAC-GSP guide identifies WCHS for this need. Request it during booking; it includes wheelchair and boarding support and requires an ambulift. Arrangements remain subject to equipment, safety and airline approval.
What advance information is needed for a battery-powered wheelchair with Nepal Airlines?
The NAC-GSP guide requests battery type, weight, dimensions, battery removability, free-wheel mode, detachable parts, handling instructions and existing condition 72 hours before departure. Lithium batteries also require Wh rating and manufacturer instructions. Airline approval is required.
After paying for an international booking on Nepal Airlines’ website, when should I save the itinerary and where can I get help?
Wait for the payment gateway to return to the airline ticketing system after payment confirmation, then print the confirmation and itinerary. For online booking problems, contact [email protected].
