📞 Himalaya Airlines GSA Bangladesh (Sair BD Ltd)
GSA line busy? Book via goFLY: 01713-289171About Himalaya Airlines — Nepal’s International Carrier
Himalaya Airlines (IATA: H9 · ICAO: HIM) is a Nepalese international scheduled carrier headquartered in Kathmandu. Founded in August 2014 as a joint venture between Yeti World Investment (Nepal) and Tibet Airlines (China), the airline launched commercial operations in May 2016 with its inaugural flight from Kathmandu to Doha.
The unique China-Nepal partnership gives Himalaya distinctive advantages: Tibet Airlines provides operational expertise and aircraft, while Yeti World Investment provides Nepal-market knowledge and ground operations. This positions Himalaya as a regional carrier serving both Nepali nationals abroad and South Asian connections.
Himalaya’s current fleet (5 aircraft):
- 5× Airbus A320 — single-aisle narrow-body, configured with approximately 170 total seats in 2-class layout (Economy + Business)
- Hub: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu
- Cabin: Modern A320 interior with personal IFE on select aircraft
What makes Himalaya unique for Bangladeshi travelers:
- 30 kg checked baggage in Economy — most generous on the Dhaka-Kathmandu route (vs Biman/US-Bangla 20 kg)
- Full-service airline — complimentary meals & beverages even in Economy class
- Trekkers’ favorite — generous baggage accommodates trekking gear, expedition equipment, climbing kits
- Connection options — Kathmandu hub connects to Middle East and Southeast Asia
- Newer aircraft than many Nepal-operated carriers
📍 Sair BD Ltd. — Himalaya Airlines GSA Bangladesh
Himalaya Airlines does not operate a direct office in Bangladesh. All sales and customer service are handled through the General Sales Agent (GSA):
| GSA Company | Sair BD Ltd. (authorized General Sales Agent) |
|---|---|
| Address | Flat B4, House 12, Road 16/A, Gulshan-1, Dhaka 1212 |
| Phone | +880-9-617600900 |
| sales.dac@himalaya-airlines.com | |
| Office Hours | Sun–Thu 9 AM–5 PM Friday & Saturday: CLOSED |
| Website | himalaya-airlines.com |
| Authorized Agents | IATA-certified agencies like goFLY (#42337956) issue Himalaya tickets at same official fares |
Tip: Sair BD is closed Friday AND Saturday (Sunday-Thursday work week). For Friday/Saturday booking, call goFLY (Saturday open 10AM–6PM): 01713-289171. We issue the same Himalaya e-ticket at same fare.
✈️ Himalaya Airlines Routes 2026 — Kathmandu Hub Network
From Bangladesh perspective, Himalaya’s most relevant route is Dhaka → Kathmandu. From Kathmandu, you can connect to multiple international destinations on Himalaya’s network.
Direct Route from Dhaka
Connecting Routes from Kathmandu Hub
🛩️ Himalaya Airlines Fleet — 5 Airbus A320
Airbus A320 (5 aircraft)
Himalaya operates a small but modern fleet of five Airbus A320 narrow-body aircraft. The A320 is the workhorse of regional aviation worldwide — proven, reliable, fuel-efficient. All Himalaya A320s are configured with approximately 170 total seats in 2-class layout (Economy + Business).
Compared to other Dhaka-Kathmandu options:
- Himalaya A320: ~170 seats, 30kg baggage Economy, full meal service
- Biman B737-800: 162 seats, 20kg baggage Economy, snack service
- US-Bangla B737-800: 162-189 seats, 20kg baggage, snack service
🥾 Why Trekkers Prefer Himalaya for Nepal Trips
Bangladeshi trekkers and adventure travelers heading to Nepal — for Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Circuit, Langtang Valley, Manaslu, or other Himalayan expeditions — often prefer Himalaya Airlines for one critical reason: baggage allowance.
Himalaya 30kg vs competitors 20kg means you can pack:
- Trekking poles (1.5kg pair)
- Down sleeping bag (2-3kg)
- Trekking boots (1.5-2kg)
- Multiple layers + down jacket (3-4kg)
- Climbing harness, crampons, ice axe (for higher elevation treks)
That extra 10kg often makes the difference between paying excess baggage fees (৳400-600/kg) at the airport or fitting everything in. For trekking groups, goFLY can pre-purchase excess baggage online — saves 30%: 01713-289171.
🧳 Himalaya Airlines Baggage Allowance 2026
| Class | Checked | Cabin | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 30 kg | 7 kg | Most generous on Dhaka-KTM route |
| Business | 40 kg | 7 kg | Plus priority handling |
| Personal Item | Free | — | Laptop bag/handbag |
| Sports/Trekking Equipment | Per piece | — | Skis, climbing gear — call ahead |
| Excess (at airport) | ৳400-600/kg | — | Standard rate |
| Pre-purchase excess | ~30% cheaper | — | Online before flight |
💰 Himalaya Airlines Ticket Prices Dhaka 2026
| Route | Economy (one-way) | Business (one-way) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaka → Kathmandu | ৳16,000 – ৳28,000 | ৳55,000 – ৳85,000 |
| Dhaka → Kathmandu (Round-trip) | ৳28,000 – ৳50,000 | ৳95,000 – ৳1,50,000 |
| Dhaka → Doha (via KTM) | ৳45,000 – ৳70,000 | ৳1,80,000+ |
| Dhaka → Dubai (via KTM) | ৳50,000 – ৳75,000 | ৳1,90,000+ |
⭐ Loyalty Program
Himalaya Airlines offers a frequent-flyer program where members earn points on Himalaya flights, redeemable for free tickets, upgrades, and partner benefits. Check the official website for current program details and tier structure.
📌 Sign up at himalaya-airlines.com. If you’re a loyalty member, share your member number when booking via goFLY — points will credit to your account.
🌐 Himalaya Online Services
| Service | Where / How |
|---|---|
| Online Booking | himalaya-airlines.com (or via goFLY) |
| Web Check-in | Opens 24h before departure |
| Manage Booking | PNR + Last Name on website |
| Group Booking (10+) | Email sales.dac@himalaya-airlines.com |
| Customer Care | Sair BD GSA: 09-617600900 |
🎫 Why Book Himalaya via goFLY — IATA #42337956
goFLY Limited is an IATA-certified travel agency (#42337956) authorized to issue Himalaya Airlines tickets at same official fares as the GSA Sair BD. With 12+ years of service and 10,000+ Bangladeshi customers, we add convenience without changing your fare.
| Feature | Sair BD GSA Office | goFLY |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday Open? | ❌ Closed Saturday | ✅ Saturday Open 10AM–6PM |
| Friday Open? | ❌ Closed Friday | ❌ Closed Friday |
| Sunday Open? | ✅ Open | ✅ Open |
| Payment Methods | Cash, Card | ✅ bKash, Nagad, Rocket, Card, EMI, Cash |
| Language | English | ✅ বাংলা / English / Hindi |
| Loyalty Points | Yes (members) | ✅ Add member # at booking — points credit |
| Trekking Group Booking | Standard process | ✅ Pre-arrange excess baggage for trekking gear |
| Response Time | Office queue | ✅ E-ticket in 30 minutes |
| Refund / Date Change | Visit office | ✅ Phone / WhatsApp processing |
| Multi-airline Compare | ❌ | ✅ Compare Himalaya vs Biman vs US-Bangla on Dhaka-KTM |
💬 WhatsApp: 01713-289178 | 📧 Email: support@goflybd.com
📍 goFLY Office: 1 Shukrabad Road, Motiur Nibash, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1207 | 🗺️ goFLY Map →
❓ Himalaya Airlines FAQ — Specific Questions Travelers Ask
Himalaya Airlines-এর Bangladesh-এ কি direct office আছে?
না, Himalaya Airlines-এর Bangladesh-এ direct office নেই। এদের General Sales Agent (GSA) Sair BD Ltd Gulshan-1-এ অবস্থিত, সমস্ত sales, ticketing, customer service handle করে। Address: Flat B4, House 12, Road 16/A, Gulshan-1। Phone: 09-617600900।
GSA মানে কি? Himalaya-র direct ticket কিনতে পারব?
GSA = General Sales Agent — একটি authorized company যেটা airline-এর behalf-এ Bangladesh-এ sell করে। Sair BD Ltd Himalaya-এর authorized GSA। আপনি Sair BD থেকে অথবা যেকোনো IATA-certified travel agent (যেমন goFLY) থেকে same official Himalaya fare-এ ticket কিনতে পারবেন।
Himalaya Airlines কি Chinese বা Nepali airline?
Himalaya Airlines হলো একটি joint venture — Yeti World Investment (Nepal) এবং Tibet Airlines (China)-এর মধ্যে। 2014-এ founded। Headquartered Kathmandu-তে। Operationally Nepalese airline বলে গণ্য, কিন্তু Chinese ownership component আছে। IATA code H9 Nepal-এ registered।
Himalaya-র Dhaka-Kathmandu flight কোন aircraft দিয়ে চালায়?
Airbus A320 দিয়ে। Himalaya-র fleet-এ 5 ti A320 narrow-body aircraft আছে। প্রায় 170 seat configuration। Flight time প্রায় 1 ঘণ্টা 35 মিনিট। Regular flights Dhaka-Kathmandu route-এ।
Himalaya 30kg baggage কেন বেশি? Biman/US-Bangla তো 20kg দেয়?
Himalaya Dhaka-Kathmandu route-এ Economy class-এ 30kg checked baggage দেয় — Biman (20kg) ও US-Bangla (20kg)-এর চেয়ে 50% বেশি। কারণ Nepal-bound passengers অনেকে trekkers/expedition travelers — climbing gear, sleeping bags, trekking poles নিয়ে যায়। Himalaya market positioning করেছে এই segment-এর জন্য।
Trekking gear (poles, sleeping bag, ice axe) Himalaya-তে নিতে পারব?
হ্যাঁ — 30kg-এর মধ্যে standard baggage হিসেবে trekking poles, sleeping bag, hiking boots সব নিতে পারবেন। Skis, snowboards, ice axe, climbing harness — এগুলো oversized/special items হলে per-piece booking দরকার (call ahead)। goFLY থেকে pre-arrange করতে পারে: 01713-289171।
Kathmandu হয়ে Dubai/Doha-এ Himalaya-তে যাওয়া কি practical?
সাধারণত না — direct flight (Biman/US-Bangla/Emirates/Qatar) faster এবং often cheaper। Himalaya via Kathmandu route ভালো যদি আপনি Nepal-এ stop-over করতে চান, অথবা Kathmandu visit combined trip করছেন। Pure transit-এর জন্য direct flight better। goFLY থেকে compare করতে পারবেন: 01713-289171।
Sair BD office কেন Friday + Saturday দু’টোই বন্ধ থাকে?
Sair BD Sunday-Thursday work week follow করে — Friday + Saturday দু’টোই closed। Bangladesh-এ traditional weekend Friday-Saturday হওয়ায় এই schedule। Saturday-তে booking দরকার হলে goFLY-তে call করুন (Sat-Thu 10AM-6PM): 01713-289171। goFLY Saturday-ও খোলা।
Himalaya cancel/refund policy কেমন?
Fare class অনুযায়ী different। Saver Economy (lowest, mostly non-refundable), Flexi Economy (refundable with fee), Business (most flexible)। 24h+ আগে cancel-এ partial refund (taxes/fees deduct)। 24h-এর কম-এ no-show full loss। goFLY থেকে কেনা hole আমরা refund process help করব: 01713-289171।
goFLY থেকে Himalaya ticket কিনলে fare কি বেশি দিতে হবে?
না — exact same official Himalaya fare যা GSA Sair BD-তে। goFLY IATA-certified agency (#42337956), Himalaya-এর authorized partner। Free extra services: bKash/Nagad/EMI payment, Saturday booking, loyalty credit, Bangla service, trekking group baggage pre-arrangement, refund support। Call: 01713-289171।
🔗 Related Airlines for Nepal Travel
- Biman Bangladesh Airlines — Direct Dhaka-Kathmandu (B737-800)
- US-Bangla Airlines — Direct Dhaka-Kathmandu (B737-800)
- All Airlines Dhaka Offices
