Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is 7 hours 11 minutes. Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, which makes Dhaka 4 hours ahead of Cairo.
Every week, there are 3 flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you'd like to get going early, opt for the 06:50 EgyptAir flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from CAI to DAC is 22:10 with EgyptAir.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Dhaka (and then exploring more of Bangladesh!) is straightforward with EgyptAir. This popular airline offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CAI and DAC include:
Dubai Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from CAI to DAC, check if you need a visa to enter Bangladesh. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is ج.م. 8,770. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 19,829. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from CAI to DAC, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Cairo, Cairo International Airport can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
From Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 58 minutes.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dhaka in April.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with temperatures ranging between 23 ºC and 41 ºC. Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 13 ºC and 28 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from CAI to DAC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dhaka
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. National Parliament House, Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Dhaka.
Complete your Dhaka trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Dhaka trip.
