Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Dhaka is four hours ahead of Athens and follows the UTC+6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to DAC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and DAC:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight is R 2,939. A return plane ticket is currently R 8,295. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ATH to DAC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive on time at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Reserve a hotel close to DAC if you're catching a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
From Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Dhaka in April.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Bangladesh waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Dhaka, a visit to Chittagong will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Bangladesh, head for Khulna, about 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are highlights.
