Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, making Dhaka 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Every week, there are 29 Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights. To take off early, pick the 13:55 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 16:15 with US-Bangla Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAA to DAC flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to Dhaka, Bangladesh. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport:
Most passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates MAA to DAC flights. An exceptional 85.71% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAA and DAC:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Right now, $103 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $243. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAA to DAC.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to DAC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Consider booking a hotel close to DAC if you're catching a late Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Dhaka, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to DAC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bangladesh waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres south-east of Dhaka, a trip to Chittagong will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Bangladesh, consider Khulna, about 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are among the biggest draws.
