Himalaya Airlines Relaunches flight for Kathmandu-Chongqing-Kathmandu Sector

Himalaya Airlines, a joint venture between Nepal and China, announced the relaunch of its highly anticipated Kathmandu-Chongqing-Kathmandu flight service, which commenced on December 12, 2023. This historic event marks a significant milestone in Himalaya Airlines' commitment to enhancing connectivity and promoting bilateral ties between Nepal and China.

The new Kathmandu-Chongqing-Kathmandu route will offer passengers seamless travel options between the capital city of Nepal and the bustling metropolis of Chongqing, China. This direct link between the cities reflects Himalaya Airlines' dedication to providing convenient, safe, and efficient travel.

Chongqing, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, modern urban landscape, and economic dynamism, presents itself as an attractive destination for Nepali travelers, offering a unique blend of historical landmarks, culinary delights, and technological advancements.

The first outbound flight, H9 787, departed from Tribhuvan International Airport at 10:07 hours (local time) and will arrive at Chongqing, Jiangbei International Airport, at 15:50 hours (local time), with a flight duration of 3 hours and 14 minutes. A total of 125 passengers boarded the first flight. The return flight will depart from Chongqing, at 16:25 hours (local time) and arrive in Kathmandu at 18:35 hours (local time).

Effective December 12, 2023, Himalaya Airlines will be operating two flights between the cities every Tuesday and Saturday. This signifies the fourth direct connectivity of Himalaya Airlines between China and Nepal including Beijing, Qingdao, and Shanghai.

The relaunch of this route signifies Himalaya Airline’s commitment to expanding its network, catering to the evolving needs of travelers, and furthering its mission to provide direct, reliable and comfortable air travel experiences. With this addition to its network, Himalaya Airlines aims to facilitate business opportunities, tourism, and cultural interactions between Nepal and China, contributing to the strengthening of bilateral relations.

Himalaya Airlines aims to create memorable travel experiences while maintaining the highest safety standards. Himalaya Airlines looks forward to welcoming travelers on board our flights and helping them explore the beauty and opportunities that both Nepal and China have to offer.

Passengers can now book their tickets for the Kathmandu-Chongqing-Kathmandu flights from Himalaya Airline's ticketing counter, authorized travel partners as well and from the airline’s official website: www.himalaya-airlines.com .

About Himalaya Airlines Pvt. Ltd.

Himalaya Airlines (H9) is a Nepal-China joint venture of International Airlines, established in 2014 with two complimenting objectives: to promote people-to-people contact between Nepal and other countries, as well as to boost Nepal’s trade and tourism industries. The joint venture alliance is between Tibetan Civil Aviation Development & Investment Company Ltd. (TCADIC) and Yeti World Investment Pvt. Ltd.

H9 young fleet has total 4 aircraft: three Airbus 320-214 (180 all-economy seats) and one Airbus 319-115 (144 all-economy seats). H9 is currently operating passenger flights to prominent countries of the Middle East & South Asia: UAE, Malaysia, Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bangladesh & China.

H9 received an international award for being the "Leading New International Airlines in South Asia" in its very first year of operation at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2017. In 2020, it received its first ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification showing its competence in aircraft maintenance and engineering services. On December 29, 2021, H9 became the first airline in Nepal to achieve ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification for “Providing Air Transport for Travelling Passengers and Freight, including Aviation Related Training Services”. The certification highlights H9's commitment to quality and its dedication to high-performance work practices.

Starting in September 2021, H9 introduced Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), a life-saving device onboard all its fleet. With this, H9 stands to be the first ever and the only Nepalese airlines to carry AEDs onboard. With the aim to excel in safety, On-Time Performance (OTP) and most primarily, in service to its customers, H9 has established itself as a trusted airline of choice and aspires to rise as a leading airline in South Asia.