Flights from Male (MLE) to Kathmandu (KTM)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Male to Singapore and Singapore to Kathmandu sectors, with menus designed to suit the flight time and region. Expect a balanced selection of dishes and thoughtful touches that make dining on board an enjoyable part of your journey.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to cater to different dietary needs and preferences on this route. You can request these in advance through our Manage Booking portal so that we can prepare your meal and have it ready for you on board.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins on the Male to Singapore sector can take advantage of our Book the Cook service, choosing from a wider range of main courses prepared specially for their flight. This allows you to personalise your dining experience before you travel.

Beverage Service
A range of hot and cold beverages is available throughout your journey, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, so you can enjoy a classic drink as you travel between the Maldives, Singapore, and Kathmandu.

For flights between Male and Kathmandu, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class customers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class customers may check 35kg, and Business Class customers may check 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance applicable to your journey is indicated on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Male to Singapore sector, operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Premium Economy Class provides around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Kathmandu sector, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class seats offer around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, and Business Class offers a spacious recliner-style seat that converts into a fully flat or near-flat position depending on the configuration, with easy aisle access.

Between Male and Singapore on the Airbus A350-900, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on selected services, while some flights offer Business Class and Economy Class. On the Singapore to Kathmandu leg, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Business Class and Economy Class are available.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for comfortable layovers, with gardens, quiet zones, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. For longer layovers, you can consider joining an official transit tour into the city if your connection time allows, typically from around 5.5 to 6 hours or more. Shorter connections are ideal for exploring the airports themed zones and amenities, freshening up, or enjoying a meal between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait - it is an integral part of your journey.

At Male Velana International Airport, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use partner facilities such as the Koveli Lounge before departing for Singapore. Access depends on your cabin class and frequent flyer status, as shown on your boarding pass at check-in.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers travelling on Singapore Airlines may be able to access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and membership status. Lounge access entitlements are based on your onward boarding pass from Singapore.

Male follows Maldives Time (UTC+5) throughout the year, with no daylight saving time. Kathmandu operates on Nepal Time (UTC+5:45), also without seasonal changes. This means Kathmandu is 45 minutes ahead of Male at all times of the year.

On the Male to Kathmandu route, you will transfer at Singapore Changi Airport, where your bags are usually checked through to your final destination if both flights are on a single ticket. Clear wayfinding, transfer desks, and information screens help you move smoothly between gates within the same terminal or across terminals.

If you remain in the transit area at Singapore Changi Airport and your itinerary is on a single ticket, a visa is generally not required for the connection itself. However, visa rules vary by nationality, so we recommend checking official border authority guidance and your local embassy before you travel.

We recommend arriving at Male Velana International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure to Singapore. This allows sufficient time for check-in, security checks, and any exit formalities, especially if you are checking baggage or travelling in a group.

If your Male to Singapore and Singapore to Kathmandu flights are booked under a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we will normally check your bags through to Kathmandu. Always confirm at check-in that your baggage tags show KTM as the final destination.