Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
Dhaka's timezone is UTC+6, making Dhaka three hours ahead of Riyadh.
Each week, there are 22 Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, take the 00:10 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:15 with US-Bangla Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to DAC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. When you're ready to start your Dhaka adventure, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Bangladesh:
Saudia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier operating RUH to DAC flights, with 79.49% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and DAC:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Right now, £99 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £248. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to DAC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from RUH to DAC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kms (20 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport? Check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to RUH.
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 Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DAC instead:
When to fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Dhaka. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dhaka is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from Riyadh Airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to DAC in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Bangladesh you'll want to see. Around 225 kms (140 miles) south-east of Dhaka, a visit to Chittagong will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Chattogram Marine Drive, Dakshin Kattali Sea Beach and Ethnological Museum.
Around 129 kms (80 miles) south-west of Dhaka, Khulna is another essential stop in Bangladesh. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Fort, Rupsa Riverview and Divisional Museum, Khulna.
