Flying from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Gan Island is UTC+5, which is one hour behind Dhaka.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DAC to GAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
483 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Return flights start from 475 €. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from DAC to GAN, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DAC to GAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
Handy information about Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
68.82% of flights leaving from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport reach their destination on time.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Dhaka. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near DAC? If you've booked an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
Consider booking a hotel close to GAN if you're catching a late Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
Gan/Seenu Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Gan Island. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
January is the most popular month for flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Gan Island in April.
Lock in your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport for April if you'd like to visit Gan Island during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAC to GAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Hithadhoo is just one of the many cities in Maldives waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Gan Island. Around 13 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Eidigali Kilhi, Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square.
Your trip through Maldives wouldn't be complete without a stop in Mahibadhoo. Guest beach and Omadhoo are just two of the highlights in this destination, which is about 499 kilometres north of Gan Island.
