Flights from Kathmandu (KTM) to China

Yes, meals are served on Singapore Airlines flights from Kathmandu to China. On both sectors via Singapore, you can enjoy in-flight dining with a choice of main course and regionally inspired options, along with light refreshments where time permits. You can also request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs. On selected routes and cabins, Book the Cook allows you to choose your main course before you fly. A full beverage service is offered, including hot and cold drinks and our signature Singapore Sling on eligible flights.

Flights between Nepal and China generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can usually check in baggage up to a set kilogram allowance, while Business Class offers a higher checked baggage limit. All customers may bring at least one piece of cabin baggage within size and weight limits, with Business Class guests entitled to an additional piece. Exact allowances depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, so please refer to your e-ticket for detailed entitlements.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Kathmandu to China once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; if you are travelling in Economy or Premium Economy Class, simply add your membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase 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 reliably.

On all routes from Kathmandu to China via Singapore, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class. Both the Boeing 737-8 MAX and the wide-body aircraft used from Singapore, including the Boeing 787-10 and Airbus A350-900, offer these two cabin options, though seat layout and design differ slightly by aircraft type.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with seat widths of up to 19 inches depending on the aircraft type. Business Class offers a fully flat bed on the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10, and a spacious recliner seat with generous pitch and width on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, with every seat designed for added personal space and comfort.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to China. 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 flights from Kathmandu to China connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed for comfortable transits. For longer layovers, you can explore themed gardens, relax in quiet zones, or consider the free city transit tour when available and if your timings allow. Shorter connections are easily spent enjoying dining options, shopping, or freshening up in rest areas and pay-per-use lounges airside. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Kathmandu is typically 2 hours and 15 minutes behind China Standard Time. Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Chengdu all share the same time zone (UTC+8) with no daylight saving, while Kathmandu is on Nepal Time (UTC+5:45).

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in China 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 China, 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.