Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chittagong Airport (CGP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Chittagong's timezone is UTC+6, making Chittagong two hours ahead of Dubai.
Every week, there are eight Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, take the 00:05 Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 12:55 with US-Bangla Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DXB to CGP flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Chittagong (and then seeing more of Bangladesh!) is a cinch with US-Bangla Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport.
US-Bangla Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers DXB to CGP flights. An exceptional 88.24% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DXB and CGP:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
71% of flights departing from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DXB:
Arriving at Chittagong Airport (CGP)
Get off your Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a convenient option a short journey from CGP, unpack your bags at Hotel Agrabad.
Getting from Chittagong Airport (CGP) to central Chittagong
Chittagong Airport to the centre of Chittagong has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chittagong Airport (CGP)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Chittagong. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chittagong is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Chittagong Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to CGP in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is just one of the many places in Bangladesh waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of 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).
Around 241 kilometres west of Chittagong, Khulna is another favourite stop in Bangladesh. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Desert Fort, Rupsa Riverview and Divisional Museum, Khulna.