Kolkata to Dhaka (CCU–DAC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CCU–DAC is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. IndiGo, Biman Bangladesh Airlines and British International Helicopters lead the route. The flight covers 149 miles in approximately 0h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32N | 1h | – | – | – |
| BG Biman Bangladesh Airlines | 7 | DH8 | 0h55 | – | – | – |
| BS British International Helicopters | 3 | AT7 | 1h | – | – | – |
| EK Emirates | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dhaka from Kolkata
| Metric | CCU→DAC | JSR→DAC | BZL→DAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CCU | – | 58 mi | 119 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 9 | 2 |
| Flight time | 0h 55m | 0h 45m | 0h 45m |
Travel Essentials
CCU: IST · DAC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Kolkata, it's 6.5:00 PM in Dhaka.
Indian passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka and Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) in Chittagong. The visa on arrival costs $51 for a 30-day single-entry stay, paid in USD cash. A 15-day landing permit is also available at $26. Processing at the counter takes 15 to 45 minutes depending on the queue. Alternatively, apply in advance at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi or consulates in Kolkata, Mumbai, or Agartala, where a single-entry tourist visa costs INR 500 to INR 800 and takes 5 to 7 working days.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least two blank pages. For the visa on arrival, bring a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and USD cash for the fee (exact change helps, as ATMs are on the other side of immigration). For advance applications, add two passport photos, a filled application form, and an invitation letter or hotel confirmation. Overstaying triggers fines of $100 per day and potential detention.
Direct flights from Delhi and Kolkata to Dhaka run 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. Air India, IndiGo, Biman Bangladesh, and US-Bangla operate frequent services. The Kolkata to Dhaka route also has multiple land crossings (Petrapole-Benapole is busiest). Bangladesh uses the Bangladeshi taka (BDT), trading at about 121 BDT per $1. No mandatory vaccinations, but yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. Mobile SIM cards (Grameenphone, Robi) are available at Dhaka airport for about BDT 200 with data packages.
CCU–DAC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CCU to DAC
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, British International Helicopters and Emirates. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CCU to DAC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CCU to DAC ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes to 1 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 149 miles (239 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via KTM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jashore (Jessore) (JSR), Barisal (BZL) and Rajshahi (RJH).