KATHMANDU, NEPAL – Himalaya Airlines (IATA: H9), Nepal's international airline, is resuming direct scheduled flights between Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu, and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai, starting Monday, September 28, 2026.

With this resumption, Himalaya Airlines will become the only commercial carrier operating a direct scheduled flight on the Kathmandu–Shanghai–Kathmandu sector, reopening a strategically significant air corridor between Nepal and one of China's most cosmopolitan cities.

The Kathmandu–Shanghai–Kathmandu route will offer passengers seamless travel between Nepal's capital and Shanghai — China's largest city and a leading global financial hub. This direct connection underscores Himalaya Airlines' commitment to convenient, safe, and efficient travel. It will mark a significant step forward in Nepal–China bilateral relations and people-to-people connectivity.

Starting at the beginning of Nepal's peak autumn tourism season, the route is expected to meaningfully boost inbound tourism and the broader hospitality sector, supporting the country's economic recovery and growth objectives.

Himalaya Airlines will initially operate two weekly flights on the route. Outbound flights from Kathmandu will depart every Monday and Friday, with return flights from Shanghai operating every Tuesday and Saturday. The airline will review and consider increasing frequency in response to passenger demand and load factors.

Note: All times are local; +1 denotes arrival the following day.

Mr. Vijay Shrestha, Vice-President of Himalaya Airlines, expressed, "Himalaya Airlines has always aimed to be the bridge between Nepal and China's trade, tourism and people-to-people connectivity.  The resumption of the Kathmandu–Shanghai service is a testament to that commitment. With this route, Himalaya Airlines aims to create memorable travel experiences while upholding the highest standards of safety and service quality. We look forward to welcoming passengers on board and facilitating the discovery of the extraordinary beauty and opportunities that both Nepal and China have to offer."

Passengers can book tickets for Kathmandu–Shanghai–Kathmandu flights through Himalaya Airlines' ticketing counters, authorised travel partners, the airline's official website (www.himalaya-airlines.com), or the Himalaya Airlines Mobile Application.