Flying from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) jetting off from here.
The average duration of a direct Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is located in Dhaka. The city operates on the UTC+6 timezone and is 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
The busiest route is from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), with 14 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from CMB to DAC is the 7:45am SriLankan Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 9:30pm with FitsAir.
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 flight from Colombo to DAC.
Popular months like February or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Reach your destination without the detour from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Nonstop flights from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport with FitsAir. This top airline operates services from CMB.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between CMB and DAC is Servant Air, Inc..
Among carriers operating on this route, Servant Air, Inc. is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to DAC that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CMB and DAC include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74% of flights that take off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport make it to their destination on time.
About Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
Getting from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
From Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, central Dhaka is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
R 2,820 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Return flights start from R 6,067. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Colombo to DAC by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
October is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC). Visit Dhaka in June for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Colombo to DAC plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dhaka to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dhaka
Start your Dhaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Dhaka when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Taj Jaame Masjid followed by Shahi Mosque and Tajmahal Park.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Chittagong is just one of the many places in Bangladesh waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dhaka. Around 225 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Chattogram Marine Drive, Dakshin Kattali Sea Beach and Mahmud Khan Jaame Masjid.
Khulna is another standout destination in Bangladesh and is around 145 kilometres southwest of Dhaka. No trip is complete without visiting Madni Mosjid, Baitur Rahman Jame Masjid, Khulna and Baitul Mukaram Jame Mosque.





