Flights from Nepal to Melbourne (MEL)

Yes, you can enjoy our in-flight dining on flights from Nepal to Melbourne. On the Kathmandu sectors, we serve regionally inspired meals with a choice of main courses, along with appetisers and desserts on longer legs. You can request special meals in advance to suit your dietary needs. On eligible routes and cabins, you may also use our Book the Cook service from Singapore for a wider range of pre-selected dishes. A full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and our signature Singapore Sling cocktail on selected flights, is available.

Flights between Nepal and Australia follow the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you typically have at least 25kg of checked baggage. In Premium Economy Class, you enjoy a higher allowance, and in Business Class, a more generous limit again. You may also bring cabin baggage within size and piece limits, varying by cabin class. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket, as they can vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status.

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

From Nepal to Melbourne, you can travel in Economy Class and Business Class on the Boeing 737-8 MAX between Kathmandu and Singapore. On the onward Airbus A350-900 flight from Singapore to Melbourne, Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class are available. Cabin configurations may differ slightly by aircraft, but all offer ergonomic seating and attentive service.

In Economy Class, you can expect around a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900 offers about a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed, with every seat offering direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900. Aircraft from Kathmandu to Singapore and from Singapore to Melbourne may have different cabin layouts, but all are designed for comfort on longer journeys.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Nepal to Melbourne. 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 Nepal to Melbourne connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers a free transit tour for eligible layovers if timing permits. For shorter connections, you can stay airside and enjoy gardens, quiet rest areas, play zones for children, and a wide range of shopping and dining. If you have a longer layover, consider booking an airport hotel for a nap or freshen-up. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Kathmandu follows Nepal Time (UTC+5:45), while Melbourne uses Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10:00) and observes daylight saving. From early April to early October, Melbourne is 4 hours 15 minutes ahead of Kathmandu. From early October to early April, when Melbourne is on Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11:00), it is 5 hours 15 minutes ahead.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Melbourne 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 Melbourne, 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.