Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Dhaka is two hours behind Kuala Lumpur and observes the UTC+6 timezone.
Flights from KUL to DAC start from 00:05 — the earliest with AirAsia. The latest departure is at 23:15 with Batik Air Malaysia. In total, you can choose from 141 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your KUL to DAC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There are plenty of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, so getting to Dhaka (and then seeing more of Bangladesh!) is a cinch. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with AirAsia on this route.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating KUL to DAC flights, with 65.77% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KUL and DAC:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Tribhuvan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
At the moment, 69 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 195 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from KUL to DAC by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every 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 change in price on cheap flights from KUL to DAC.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, data shows 58.65% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near KUL:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Dhaka. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dhaka. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for April if you want to explore Dhaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KUL to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
You've visited Dhaka, now it's time to explore more of Bangladesh. Travel around 225 kilometres south-east to Chittagong to check off its leading attractions. From Foy's Lake to Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Bangladesh, head for Khulna, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are the start of reasons to visit.
