Travelling from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Dhaka is one hour behind Jakarta and is in the UTC+6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CGK to DAC flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CGK and DAC:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
R 2,910 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 7,028. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CGK to DAC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CGK to DAC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, data shows 73.0% of flights complete their journey on time.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CGK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Dhaka. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The quietest month for a flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Dhaka based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Dhaka, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CGK to DAC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Bangladesh waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Dhaka, a trip to Chittagong will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Bangladesh, head for Khulna, about 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are key highlights.
