ACHHAM: Private air company, Summit Air on Friday began operating flights from Dhangadhi to Sanphebagar. The company provides air service seven days a week. The airfare has been priced at Rs 3,350 per passenger for a 17-minute flight.

Dhangadhi is the temporary capital of the Far-west State.

“We have kicked off service given the pressure of passengers travelling between the routes,” said Summit Air’s official. The service will also benefit passengers from neighboring Bajura and Doti districts.

Nepal Airlines and Summit Air have been operating Nepalgunj-Sanphebagar flights. Nepal Airlines provides the service on every Sunday and Thursday.