Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sylhet Airport (ZYL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Sylhet is UTC+6, which is six hours ahead of London.
Take your pick of four weekly London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport flights. The 18:15 departure with Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Biman Bangladesh Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:40.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LHR to ZYL flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Sylhet — and maybe even more of Bangladesh if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for LHR to ZYL flights is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LHR and ZYL:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sylhet Airport (ZYL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport flight is 332 €. A round-trip fare right now is 769 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to ZYL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to ZYL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Sylhet Airport (ZYL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZYL instead:
Getting from Sylhet Airport (ZYL) to central Sylhet
From Sylhet Airport, Sylhet is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Sylhet Airport (ZYL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sylhet. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sylhet Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Sylhet, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to ZYL in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
You've seen Sylhet, now it's time to explore more of Bangladesh. Travel about 209 kilometres south-west to Dhaka to tick off its top attractions. From Mirpur Sher E Bangla National Cricket Stadium to ISKCON Temple and National Botanical Garden(Lack Deck), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Bangladesh, consider Chittagong, about 290 kilometres south of Sylhet. Chattogram Marine Drive, Dakshin Kattali Sea Beach and Ethnological Museum are key highlights.