Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, which makes Dhaka 13 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SFO to DAC flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and DAC:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
484 € is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 954 €. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to DAC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DAC:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to central Dhaka has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dhaka. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for April if you want to visit Dhaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to DAC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bangladesh
You've seen Dhaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Bangladesh. Journey around 225 kilometres south-east to Chittagong to check off its leading 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 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. No trip is complete without visiting Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD.
