Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
The timezone in Dhaka is UTC+6, which is four hours ahead of Helsinki.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your HEL to DAC flight.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HEL and DAC include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Currently, $638 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,619. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from HEL to DAC, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HEL to DAC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights departing from Helsinki Vantaa Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of HEL.
To get to Helsinki Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HEL:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Dhaka. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Chittagong is just one of the many places in Bangladesh waiting to be explored after you've seen Dhaka. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Chattogram Marine Drive, Dakshin Kattali Sea Beach and Ethnological Museum.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka, Khulna is another essential stop in Bangladesh. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Fort, Rupsa Riverview and Divisional Museum, Khulna.