Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Osmani International Airport (ZYL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.
Sylhet is six hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+6 timezone.
Every week, there are six London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, opt for the 18:15 Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 18:20 with Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
To ensure you catch your LHR to ZYL flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Sylhet (and then seeing more of Bangladesh!) is a cinch with Biman Bangladesh Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for LHR to ZYL flights is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LHR and ZYL:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
Right now, $702 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,475. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to ZYL.
May is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
If you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZYL:
Getting from Osmani International Airport (ZYL) to central Sylhet
Osmani International Airport to the centre of Sylhet has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sylhet. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Osmani International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Sylhet, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to ZYL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bangladesh
You've visited Sylhet, now it's time to discover more of Bangladesh. Journey about 209 kilometres south-west to Dhaka to check off its popular sights. From National Parliament House to Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Bangladesh, head for Chittagong, about 290 kilometres south of Sylhet. Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque are highlights.