Cheap Flights from Dubai to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

Dhaka is served by Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport which is just north of central Dhaka. The airport handled over 18 million passengers in 2018 and is the main base of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, the national flag carrier of Bangladesh.

There are currently two airlines that provide direct flights to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport from Dubai – Emirates and Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Each airline operates their flights from Dubai International Airport. Passengers will find that transferring between terminals at Dubai International Airport is simple and can be achieved via the Dubai Metro or by shuttle bus.

Airport Information - Arriving

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is made up of three terminals, two of which are dedicated to international flights – T1 and T2. The third terminal is simply known as the Domestic Terminal and operates all of the domestic flights at the airport. In the two international terminals, the Departures area makes up the upper floor, while the Arrivals hall is on the ground floor. The airport offers a decent selection of shops and places to eat for those waiting for flights.

Airport Information - Departing

Dubai International Airport is comprised of three passenger terminals, all of which operate international flights. Terminal 3 is dedicated to Emirates flights, while Terminal 1 is the busiest at the airport and serves most leading airlines. Terminal 2 is made up primarily of regional and low-cost airlines. Biman Bangladesh Airlines provide flights to Dhaka from Terminal 1, although passengers should be advised that this flight stops at Sylhet on the way to Dhaka but not on the way back. You can conveniently travel to both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 directly on the Dubai Metro which is linked to both terminals.

What to Expect in Dhaka

At Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport most travelers hop in a taxi or an auto-rickshaw in order to reach the center of Dhaka, although it is possible to rent a private car or use public buses. The climate in Dhaka is relatively hot for most of the year, although it is cooler than temperatures in Dubai.

The monsoon season in Dhaka falls between May and September when the region experiences most of its rainfall. Many choose to visit Dhaka during its cooler months between September and March when the temperatures are pleasantly warm and there is little rainfall. Find a hotel in Dhaka for your budget and taste.

The overall cost of living in Dhaka is far lower than Dubai in almost every area. Travelers should be advised that bartering is common in Dhaka at market places and many shop owners offer much higher prices to foreign visitors at first. The time difference between Dhaka and Dubai is two hours.