Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, making Dhaka two hours ahead of Sharjah.
Every week, there are 35 Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, select the 00:45 Air Arabia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 22:25 with Air Arabia.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SHJ to DAC flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
US-Bangla Airlines has direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Dhaka — and maybe even more of Bangladesh if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with US-Bangla Airlines on this route.
Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier that operates SHJ to DAC flights, with 75.41% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SHJ and DAC:
Shah Amanat International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
At the moment, R 1,792 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,947. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SHJ to DAC, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SHJ to DAC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to Sharjah International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.09% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SHJ:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to the centre of Dhaka has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Dhaka based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Dhaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Chittagong is just one of the many cities in Bangladesh waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dhaka. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
Khulna is another must-experience destination in Bangladesh and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. No trip is complete without visiting Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD.
