Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 10 minutes.
Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, making Dhaka four hours ahead of Cairo.
Take your pick of three weekly Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 10:30.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CAI to DAC flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EgyptAir is your gateway to discovering Dhaka (and perhaps some other great parts of Bangladesh!). Browse the direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is EgyptAir.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for CAI to DAC flights is EgyptAir.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and DAC:
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Right now, $199 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $507. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from CAI to DAC by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CAI to DAC.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 63.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Book a hotel close to DAC if you're taking a late Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is roughly 5 miles from central Dhaka. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Dhaka. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Cairo International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Dhaka, with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 106ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 55ºF and 82ºF then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
You've done Dhaka, now it's time to explore more of Bangladesh. Journey around 140 miles south-east to Chittagong to tick off its must-visit sights. From Foy's Lake to Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Khulna is another well-known destination in Bangladesh and is around 80 miles south-west of Dhaka. No journey is complete without experiencing Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD.
