✓ Policy web-verified 2026-07-06
Nepal Airlines (नेपाल वायुसेवा निगम), the flag carrier and still often called Royal Nepal or RNAC, is refreshingly generous by modern standards: international economy includes 30 kg of checked baggage on most routes, wide-body A330 or not, with none of the strip-it-back fare games low-cost carriers play. That single figure — 30 kg — is what most travellers to Kathmandu need to know.
Cabin allowance is one bag up to 7 kg in economy (10 kg in business), sized to roughly 56 x 46 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in). The catch isn’t the base allowance — it’s the route exceptions. India and Hong Kong sectors carry lower limits tied to booking class, and domestic flights within Nepal drop to 20 kg.
Quick facts
| Cabin bag (economy) | 7 kg, 56 x 46 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in) |
| Cabin bag (business) | 10 kg |
| International economy checked | 30 kg on most routes |
| India sectors (DEL / BLR / BOM) | As low as 20 kg in some booking classes |
| Hong Kong sector | 25 kg or 20 kg by booking class |
| Domestic (within Nepal) | 20 kg checked |
| Max weight per piece | 32 kg |
| Excess baggage | US$20 per kg on international flights |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | Small item within the hand-baggage allowance |
| Cabin bag (economy) | 1 piece, up to 7 kg, 56 x 46 x 25 cm |
| Cabin bag (business) | 1 piece, up to 10 kg |
Checked baggage & fees
| International economy (general) | 30 kg included |
| Hong Kong sector | 25 kg (M/N/O classes) or 20 kg (other classes) |
| India — Delhi / Bengaluru / Mumbai | 20 kg in lower booking classes |
| Domestic (within Nepal) | 20 kg included |
| Maximum per piece | 32 kg |
| Excess baggage (international) | US$20 per kg, in 5 kg increments |
Baggage by region & route
Checked-bag inclusion on the cheapest fare can depend on where you fly, not just the fare name. Here is what the lowest fare includes by route:
| Route / region | Economy checked included |
|---|---|
| Gulf, Malaysia, general international economy | 30 kg checked |
| India (Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai) | 20 kg in lower booking classes; higher in premium classes |
| Hong Kong | 25 kg or 20 kg depending on booking class |
| Domestic Nepal | 20 kg checked |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On the routes most international travellers actually fly — the Gulf, Malaysia, general long-haul into Kathmandu — Nepal Airlines gives you a clean 30 kg economy allowance with no fare tiers to decode. There is no “lite” trap here; the base fare is the full fare. Where you can get caught out is India and Hong Kong: those sectors tie the allowance to your booking class, and a cheap fare bucket to Delhi, Bengaluru or Mumbai can be just 20 kg, not 30. Check the fare rules before you assume 30 kg on an Indian route. If you’re over, excess runs US$20 per kilo and is sold only in 5 kg blocks — pre-pay it rather than negotiating at the counter. And remember no single bag may exceed 32 kg, a hard handling limit regardless of your total allowance.
Oversize, sports & special items
Business class carries a larger allowance and a 10 kg cabin bag. Promotional allowances appear from time to time on specific Gulf routes — a 40 kg economy / 45 kg business deal ran on the Dammam (DMM)–Kathmandu sector through 31 May 2026, for example — but these are time-limited and change, so confirm the current figure for your exact route and travel date at booking rather than assuming a promo still applies. Prepaid excess baggage is available in 5 kg increments up to a maximum of 30 extra kg. For sports gear and oversize items Nepal Airlines does not publish a single fixed rate; declare them in advance and confirm the charge.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nepal Airlines' international checked baggage allowance?
Economy includes 30 kg of checked baggage on most international routes. India and Hong Kong sectors are the main exceptions, with lower limits tied to your booking class.
How much carry-on can I bring on Nepal Airlines?
One cabin bag up to 7 kg in economy (10 kg in business), with maximum dimensions around 56 x 46 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in).
Why is my allowance to India only 20 kg?
On Delhi, Bengaluru and Mumbai sectors the checked allowance depends on your booking class. Lower fare buckets get 20 kg rather than the 30 kg standard elsewhere — check your fare rules before packing to 30 kg.
What is the domestic baggage allowance within Nepal?
Domestic economy passengers get 20 kg of checked baggage, with the same 7 kg cabin allowance as international flights.
How much does excess baggage cost on Nepal Airlines?
Excess is US$20 per kilogram on international flights, sold only in 5 kg increments up to a maximum of 30 extra kg. Pre-pay it rather than paying at the airport.
Is there a weight limit per bag?
Yes — no single checked piece may exceed 32 kg, regardless of your total allowance. Split heavy loads across two bags.
Does Nepal Airlines still offer 40 kg on Gulf routes?
Promotional allowances such as 40 kg economy on Dammam–Kathmandu have run on specific sectors and dates (one ended 31 May 2026). These are time-limited — confirm the current allowance for your exact route and travel date when you book.