Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Nepal

Yes, complimentary meals are served on all Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Nepal. On board, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with a choice of main courses and accompaniments, along with light bites on longer services. Special meals can be requested in advance to suit many dietary needs. On eligible flights and in selected premium cabins, you can also use our Book the Cook service to pre-select your main course from a wider menu. A full beverage service is available, including juices, soft drinks, wines, spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling.

Flights between Australia and Nepal follow the piece concept for checked baggage. Across these routes, Singapore Airlines offers checked baggage allowances that vary by cabin class, with higher allowances in premium cabins. In addition, you may bring cabin baggage on board, with allowances depending on your cabin class and adherence to size and weight limits. You can view the exact allowances for your booking when you select your flights or in your ticket details.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Nepal once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional usage can be covered by a range of paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from Melbourne to Kathmandu, you may experience Suites, First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on the Melbourne–Singapore sector, depending on the aircraft. On the Singapore–Kathmandu sector, cabins are typically offered in Business Class and Economy Class. The exact combination of cabins on your trip depends on your chosen flights.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. In Business Class, you have a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft. First Class and Suites feature fully flat beds with extra personal space and enhanced privacy. Cabin configurations may differ between the Airbus A350-900, Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A380-800, and Boeing 737-8 MAX operating your sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Nepal. Eligibility is based on your class of travel or KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, determined by the flight departing the layover airport. Other options such as purchasing a day pass are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The 'Next Segment' Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport.

Most journeys from Melbourne to Nepal connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed for comfortable and engaging layovers. For longer waits, you can explore indoor gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide variety of dining and shopping options, or even join a free transit tour of the city when available and your connection time allows. For shorter layovers, stay airside, enjoy a meal, freshen up with shower facilities, or relax near your gate while using Wi-Fi to stay connected. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Nepal operates on Nepal Time (UTC+5:45). Melbourne follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) and observes daylight saving time as Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11), typically from early October to early April. This means the time difference between Melbourne and Kathmandu changes slightly across the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in Nepal when flying via the layover airport on a single booking with Singapore Airlines, provided both flight segments are under the same booking reference (PNR), the connection is under 24 hours, and, for partner-operated onward flights, a through-check agreement is in place.

You may be able to plan a stopover at the layover city on your journey to Nepal, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.