Flying from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 52 minutes.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is located in Dhaka. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is 2 hours ahead of Dhaka.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route, with 70 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from DAC to KUL is with BatikAir Malaysia at 23:00. Go for the first departure with BatikAir Malaysia at 00:50 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from DAC to Kuala Lumpur, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur that arrives at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Some of the most popular are:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from DAC to Kuala Lumpur. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you have a passport from Bangladesh, you will need an e-visa to enter Malaysia. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Dhaka, DAC can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to DAC? If you've booked an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is ج.م. 7,611. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 12,306. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DAC to Kuala Lumpur, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
It typically takes 4 hours and 29 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 27 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from DAC to Kuala Lumpur:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from DAC to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, check out our selection of hotels including:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to KLCC Park.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Kuala Lumpur and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
