Nepal, Sept. 30 -- Traveling home by air during Dashain has become increasingly difficult for many Nepalis, as airline fares often skyrocket-even when booking months in advance. Despite early planning, many travelers face inflated ticket prices and limited availability.

Although airlines offer online booking, securing a seat during the festive season is a major challenge. Discounted fares are virtually unavailable, and even standard-priced tickets are hard to find.

For instance, the airfare from Kathmandu to Dhangadhi-one of the farthest destinations-can exceed Rs 17,000, while a flight to Biratnagar costs around Rs 9,700.

Nisha Pandey from Dhangadhi spent days searching for a flight ticket despite the high cost. She finally managed to...