Nepal Airlines
NepalAbout the airline
Nepal Airlines (RA/RNK) is Nepal's flag carrier, founded in 1958 and based at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The airline operates a mixed fleet serving domestic and regional routes across South Asia and beyond.
Fleet
Nepal Airlines (IATA: RA, ICAO: RNK) is Nepal's national carrier, established in 1958. As the country's primary international airline, it operates from its main hub at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, connecting Nepal to destinations across South Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
The airline's fleet comprises a mix of modern narrowbody and widebody aircraft: the Airbus A320 and Boeing 757 handle mainline routes, while the Airbus A330 supports longer-haul international services. For remote domestic destinations with limited infrastructure, Nepal Airlines operates the De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, a rugged turboprop essential for reaching mountain communities.
As of August 2026, the airline serves 10 domestic and 11 international destinations across 10 countries. Passengers can earn miles through the Everest Club frequent flyer program. Note that Nepal Airlines has been on the European Union's air safety ban list since 2013, a regulatory restriction relevant to passengers planning European connections.