Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 25 minutes.
Dhaka is three hours ahead of Istanbul and observes the UTC+6 timezone.
Every week, there are ten Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, opt for the 11:25 Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your IST to DAC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Dhaka — and maybe even more of Bangladesh if your schedule allows.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and DAC:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Kuwait Airport
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Consider staying in a hotel near DAC if you're on a late Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
From Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Dhaka. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Istanbul Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Dhaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bangladesh waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres south-east of Dhaka, a trip to Chittagong will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Chattogram Marine Drive, Dakshin Kattali Sea Beach and Ethnological Museum.
Khulna is another essential stop in Bangladesh and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. No trip is complete without dropping by Desert Fort, Rupsa Riverview and Divisional Museum, Khulna.
