Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Kathmandu (KTM)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Melbourne to Singapore and Singapore to Kathmandu sectors, with menus designed to reflect the length and timing of each flight.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs. You can request these when you book or through Manage Booking before you fly.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on the long-haul Melbourne to Singapore sector offer our Book the Cook service, allowing you to pre-select from a wider range of main courses before departure.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees, is available on board. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling during your flight.

For flights between Melbourne and Kathmandu, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class guests may bring 25kg on Lite and Value fares or 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class guests may bring 35kg, Business Class guests 40kg, and Suites or First Class guests 50kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Suites, First Class, and Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines services from Melbourne to Kathmandu once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Melbourne to Singapore long-haul sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class, First Class, or Suites provide fully flat beds with generous personal space, depending on the aircraft. On the Singapore to Kathmandu sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers comfortable legroom suited to the regional flight, and Business Class provides enhanced space and recline for added comfort.

On the Melbourne to Singapore sector, our larger aircraft offer seatback screens with the KrisWorld entertainment system, featuring a wide range of films, television, music, and games. On the Singapore to Kathmandu sector, regional services provide a tailored entertainment offering, ensuring options to keep you engaged throughout your journey.

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.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy themed gardens, snooze areas, children’s play zones, and art installations without leaving the terminal. For longer layovers of around 5.5 hours or more, you can consider official transit tours into the city. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In Melbourne, eligible customers may use the SilverKris Lounge (First Class) or SilverKris Lounge (Business Class) before departing. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may have access to The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and membership status.

When you travel from Melbourne to Kathmandu on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we usually check your checked baggage through from Melbourne to Kathmandu. You can follow the transfer signs on arrival at Singapore Changi Airport and proceed directly to your onward gate, keeping your cabin baggage with you.

Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) and observes Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) roughly from October to early April. Kathmandu uses Nepal Time (UTC+5:45) year-round. This means Kathmandu is 4 hours 15 minutes behind Melbourne during AEST, and 5 hours 15 minutes behind during AEDT.

Visa requirements for Kathmandu depend on your nationality and purpose of travel. We recommend checking with the nearest Nepalese diplomatic mission or official government website before your trip, and ensuring your passport has sufficient validity and spare pages for entry formalities.

When you arrive in Kathmandu, you will disembark at Tribhuvan International Airport. After immigration and baggage collection, you will find ground transport options such as pre-booked transfers and taxis. It is helpful to have your accommodation address written down and to allow extra time for traffic when planning onward journeys.

Kathmandu is at a moderate altitude compared with high mountain regions, but the drier air and busier streets can feel different from Melbourne. We suggest staying well hydrated, taking it easy on your first day, and considering a mask if you are sensitive to dust, especially in high-traffic areas.