SKYTRIPS · JOURNAL
Stories, tips & deals.
Plan travel between Australia and Nepal with practical guidance from the SkyTrips flight desk. Our journal covers flight routes and airline sales, transit visa requirements, travelling with elderly parents, and organising group bookings for families, schools and community groups. We also share connection ideas, timing tips and useful updates for journeys through Kathmandu and major Asian hubs. Whether you are booking months ahead or travelling at short notice, these guides are designed to help you understand your options and prepare for the journey with confidence.
Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar International Flight Sales: 2025–2026 Guide
When do Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar run their international sales? A roundup of the 2026 sales so far, how to catch the next one, and how Australian airline sales can help (or not) when you're flying to Nepal.
The Complete Guide to Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) for Australian Travellers
Should you book through an online travel agency or directly with the airline? A plain-English guide to OTAs in Australia — how they work, pros and cons, your consumer rights, and how to book safely.
Sydney to Kathmandu Flights: Airlines, Connections and Tips
Everything you need to know about flying Sydney to Kathmandu — which airlines fly the route, the best connecting airports, flight times, baggage, the cheapest time to book and tips for a smoother trip.
Seat Selection Tips for Elderly Travellers on Long-Haul Flights
Flying your parents between Nepal and Australia? The right seat makes a 12+ hour journey far easier. Here's how to choose seats for elderly travellers — aisle vs window, bulkhead, exit rows, and when to pay for an upgrade.
Special Assistance and Wheelchair Requests on Flights Explained
Need a wheelchair or help at the airport? Here's how airline special assistance works, the different wheelchair service codes, how and when to request it, and what to expect at Kathmandu, transit airports and Australian airports.
Do Nepali Citizens Need a Transit Visa? A Country-by-Country Guide (2026)
Changing planes on the way to or from Nepal? Find out when Nepali passport holders need a transit visa — Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, China, the Gulf, Japan, the UK, Europe and the USA.
Group vs Individual Flight Booking: Which Is Actually Cheaper?
Are group flight bookings really cheaper? We compare group fares with individual tickets — how airline pricing works, when a group booking saves money, when it doesn't, and how to get the best deal for families and groups.
Nepal Airlines Direct Flight to Sydney: 2026 Status Update
Is Nepal Airlines finally flying Kathmandu to Sydney? Here's where the route stands in 2026, why it still hasn't launched, and the best ways to fly between Nepal and Australia right now.