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Shree Airlines Cleared to Fly International — Kathmandu–Delhi First

Nepal's biggest domestic carrier just won approval for international operations after a successful Kolkata test flight, with daily Kathmandu–New…

By Laxman Rawal · Jul 9, 2026

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Key facts From the trail · Everest The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) added international operations to Shree Airlines' air operator certificate in April 2026 . Approval followed an operationally successful demonstration flight to Kolkata on 6 April…

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Where Shree plans to fly

The first target is clear: daily Kathmandu–New Delhi service, aimed squarely at the strong, year-round demand between the two capitals. Kolkata — already proven on the test flight — sits high on the list of follow-on Indian destinations, and the airline has…

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What this means for trekkers

The guide's take More competition on the Kathmandu–Delhi corridor is good news for anyone planning a Nepal trek. India is by far the largest source of visitors to Nepal, and Delhi is a major global connecting hub. A new daily option means more seats, more…

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