Explained: Why does an hour long flight to Dhangadhi cost more than a flight to New Delhi?

Domestic airfares in Nepal are significantly higher than some international routes due to government-mandated price floors, high aviation fuel costs, and added taxes. While passengers express frustration over these rising prices, airlines maintain that these costs are necessary to sustain operations amidst high taxes and volatile fuel surcharges.

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