Flying from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is located in Dhaka. The city follows the UTC+6 timezone and is ten hours ahead of New York.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to DAC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from New York to DAC with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between JFK and DAC include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, browse these options when departing from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to DAC flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Have a late flight from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near DAC and shut your eyes sooner:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Dhaka. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is R 6,150. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,218. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to DAC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Dhaka based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your New York to DAC plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in January when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Explore more of Bangladesh
Chittagong is just one of the many cities in Bangladesh waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dhaka. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Iskcon temple, 5no. Mohra ward, Chottagram, Bangladesh, Chattogram Marine Drive and Dakshin Kattali Sea Beach.
Khulna is another essential stop in Bangladesh and is around 145 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. No journey is complete without dropping by 1971: Genocide-Torture Archive & Museum, Madni Mosjid and Baitur Rahman Jame Masjid, Khulna.
