Istanbul to Dhaka (IST–DAC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IST–DAC is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Biman Bangladesh Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,706 miles in approximately 7h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 7 | 333 | 7h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| BG Biman Bangladesh Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · DAC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 9:00 PM in Dhaka.
Turkish passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Bangladesh for up to 30 days. The visa on arrival fee is $51 for a single entry. Required documents at the immigration counter include a completed application form, a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. You can also apply for a visa in advance at the Bangladesh Embassy in Ankara.
At Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, the visa on arrival counter is before the main immigration hall. Processing takes 15 to 30 minutes. Bring passport-sized photos and exact cash in US dollars for the fee. For stays beyond 30 days or for business purposes, apply for the appropriate visa category at the embassy before departure. Bangladesh also offers an eVisa through visa.gov.bd for certain nationalities, but Turkish citizens should confirm current eligibility on the portal.
Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Dhaka run about 7 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines and Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Bangladesh uses the Bangladeshi taka (BDT), trading at roughly 3.3 BDT per TRY 1. ATMs are available in Dhaka and Chittagong. Card payments work at hotels and shopping centers. Rickshaws are the signature local transport in Dhaka at BDT 20 to BDT 100 per ride (TRY 6 to TRY 30). Uber and Pathao operate in Dhaka for metered car and motorbike rides.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–DAC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to DAC
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) are connected by nonstop service from Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Turkish Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to DAC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to DAC ranges from 7 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,706 miles (5,964 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via DWC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.