Flying from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is five hours ahead of Dhaka, where Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your DAC to Melbourne flight.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from DAC to Melbourne with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
DAC is about 16 kilometres from central Dhaka. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DAC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.82% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne flight is R 5,507. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,675. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from DAC to Melbourne. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from DAC to Melbourne is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Save on your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from DAC to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bags not long after your DAC to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be off and running.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to MEB. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your DAC to Melbourne flight:
Be in control of the next part of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are reliable rental providers.
If you're hoping for a specific model or make, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before locking in your flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DAC to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another essential stop in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without visiting City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
