Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
Dhaka is ten hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+6 timezone.
Your JFK to DAC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JFK and DAC:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Rs105,444 is the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs228,254. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to DAC, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from John F. Kennedy 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 lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from JFK to DAC.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
If you have a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near DAC:
Getting from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to central Dhaka
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to the centre of Dhaka has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dhaka. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Bangladesh waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Dhaka, a visit to Chittagong will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Bangladesh, consider Khulna, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Dhaka. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are key highlights.
