Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
The timezone in Dhaka is UTC+6, which is three hours ahead of Istanbul.
Each week, there are 13 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights. To take off early, select the 03:25 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 19:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your IST to DAC flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is your gateway to discovering Dhaka (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Bangladesh!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and DAC:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight is $304. A round-trip fare is currently $670. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from IST to DAC by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near DAC:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Dhaka. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Dhaka based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
You've visited Dhaka, now it's time to discover other corners of Bangladesh. Journey around 225 kilometres south-east to Chittagong to check off its must-visit sights. From Foy's Lake to Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque, your itinerary will be busy.
Khulna is another well-known destination in Bangladesh and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. No trip is complete without a visit to Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD.