Flying from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Chittagong Airport (CGP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport is 55 minutes.
Dhaka and Chittagong are both in the UTC+6 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Choose from 109 weekly Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with US-Bangla Airlines is the earliest you can take. US-Bangla Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:15.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DAC to CGP flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport available through various airlines, flying to Chittagong (and then other corners of Bangladesh) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with US-Bangla Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers DAC to CGP flights is Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 76.4% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport. These are the top stopovers between DAC and CGP:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Chittagong Airport (CGP)
R 437 is the best price for a one-way Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport flight. Return flights start from R 904. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DAC to CGP, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Of all flights leaving Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport from central Dhaka, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near DAC. Whether you have an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Chittagong Airport (CGP)
Consider a stay at Hotel Agrabad after touching down from your Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport flight. It's a short drive from CGP and a great option if you want to get some sleep right away.
When to fly to Chittagong Airport (CGP)
September is the most popular month for flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Chittagong in March.
The warmest month in Chittagong is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Chittagong Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAC to CGP sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is just one of the many places in Bangladesh waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chittagong. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Mirpur Sher E Bangla National Cricket Stadium, ISKCON Temple and National Botanical Garden(Lack Deck).
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Bangladesh, head for Khulna, about 241 kilometres west of Chittagong. Desert Fort, Rupsa Riverview and Divisional Museum, Khulna are among its highlights.
