Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

If you are catching flights from Abu Dhabi to Dhaka you will be able to travel with Biman Bangladesh Airlines, currently the only airline providing direct flights on this route.

* This information is correct as of May 2019

Airport Information - Arriving

Shahjalal International Airport is the busiest airport serving Bangladesh, located less than 20 km from the city center of Dhaka. The airport is comprised of three passenger terminals, with international flights handled in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Domestic flights are handled at Terminal 3, while plans are under way to construct an additional international terminal. When you have arrived at the airport, the best way to reach your destination is to hop in a taxi, although there are car rental services available at the airport if you need your own vehicle. Options are fairly limited at the airport but you’ll find all of the essentials available including duty-free shopping, a few travel and gift stores and a couple of cafés and eateries.

Airport Information - Departing

Abu Dhabi International Airport is located 30 km from Abu Dhabi and is set across three passenger terminals. The airport is the second busiest in the UAE and handles around 25 million travelers each year. If you don’t plan on taking a taxi or driving to the airport, you can catch the bus service which goes from central Abu Dhabi to the airport. You won’t be short on things to do at the airport as there are many different retail, designer and duty-free stores to explore along with several restaurants, cafés and other eateries to choose from. If you would prefer, there are several world-class airport lounges where you can wait for your flights in luxury, while travelers will be able to connect to the airport’s free Wi-Fi network.

What to Expect in Dhaka

Check out the top hotels in Dhaka to make the most of your trip. A number of nationals including those from the UAE will be able to get a visa upon arrival which is valid for 15-30 days. Temperatures in Dhaka aren’t as hot as the UAE but it will be warm across the year, with average highs of around 33 degrees from March to September. The most popular time to visit Dhaka is from November to March when temperatures cool down and rainfall is minimal. There is a long rainy season in the region which begins in May and continues until September. Dhaka has a lower cost of living compared to Abu Dhabi.