Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, which makes Dhaka 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Flights from CMB to DAC start from 07:45 — the first with SriLankan Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:30 with FitsAir. Overall, there are 15 weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CMB to DAC flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
FitsAir has direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Dhaka — and maybe even more of Bangladesh if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is FitsAir.
FitsAir is a leader in on-time performance for CMB to DAC flights, with 82.35% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CMB and DAC:
Chennai Airport
Tribhuvan International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Currently, $271 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $513. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from CMB to DAC, book your journey one month before your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
When it comes to Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, 75.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near CMB:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
If you're getting in on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DAC:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to central Dhaka has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dhaka in April.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to DAC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Chittagong is just one of the many cities in Bangladesh waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dhaka. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Bangladesh, consider Khulna, about 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are among the biggest draws.