Why scrapping Nepal’s ‘dollar fare’ could leave locals grounded
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Nepal's airline operators warn that eliminating preferential pricing for international tourists could jeopardize the financial model sustaining affordable domestic flights for local residents. The so-called 'dollar fare' system generates critical revenue that cross-subsidizes routes serving Nepali communities, making the pricing structure economically vital for maintaining regional connectivity and accessibility.
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Why scrapping Nepal’s ‘dollar fare’ could leave locals grounded
Airline operators say lowering tourist airfares will not be ‘economically sustainable’, as the revenue helps subsidise costs for Nepalis.
