Travelling from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main terminals.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is located in Dhaka. The city operates in the UTC+6 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to DAC.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The distance from central Washington DC to DCA is approximately 8 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Washington Dulles International Airport and DAC:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Washington DC to DAC? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Reserve a hotel near DAC if you're taking a late flight from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, ₹ 35,841 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just ₹ 69,410. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Washington DC to DAC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Dhaka, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Washington DC to DAC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Washington DC to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in January when temperatures average between 13ºC and 28ºC.
More about Dhaka
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Parliament House, Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum are popular attractions which should be on any good Dhaka itinerary.
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