The Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu to Kuala Lumpur flights were launched in February 2017, and the new airline will fly five weekly flights between the two capitals, offering a new choice for travelers.
This now makes the number of airlines plying this route to six, including Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia X, Malindo Air and Nepal Airlines who currently fly direct between Kathmandu and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu to Kuala Lumpur Flight Timings
- Kathmandu to Kuala Lumpur - Depart: 11.00 PM, Arrive at 6.05 AM. Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri and Sunday.
- Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu - Depart 7.05 AM, Arrive at 9.40 AM. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri and Sat.
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| Himalaya Airlines new Airbus A320-214. Photo from www.nepalmountainnews.com |
Vice President for Administration Vijay Shrestha also quoted that the launch of new destinations is part of Himalaya’s commitment to connect Nepal directly with Asia Pacific countries and boost tourism as well as trade opportunities.
The airline received its first Airbus A320-214 aircraft in March of 2016 and at the end of January 2017, they will be receiving another similar aircraft which will be fitted with 150 economy seats and eight business class seats.
An additional two similar aircraft are also being added at the end of 2017. For more information, visit the official Himalaya Airlines Website.
Himalaya Airlines, is a Nepal-China joint venture, established in August 2014. Himalaya Airlines, a full service carrier, started its scheduled flights operations from May 31, 2016 flying directly to Doha, Qatar and to Colombo, Sri Lanka on October 1, 2016.
Himalaya Airlines also plans to link various Asian and Middle Eastern cities initially and also to acquire 15 Airbus aircraft, including long-haul A330 wide body jets. The company plans to expand operations to Japan, Korea, Australia, America and Europe by 2022.
For now, the new launch of the Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur flights will be something that many local and international travelers will look forward too, especially with the promotion prices offered.
Conclusion
For those planning to visit Kathmandu, you now have the option of flying with Himalaya Airlines which offers different timings from other airlines.
This provides more choices for anyone who wants to visit Nepal from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.