Jeddah to Dhaka (JED–DAC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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JED–DAC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, ITA Airways and flyadeal lead the route. The flight covers 3,251 miles in approximately 6h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 22 | 773 | 6h05-6h14 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 7 | 773 | 6h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| F3 flyadeal | 3 | 332 | 6h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · DAC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 9:00 PM in Dhaka.
Saudi passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh for up to 30 days, costing $51. This is available at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka and Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) in Chittagong. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Bring a passport photo, return ticket, and hotel booking confirmation. An e-visa is also available at visa.gov.bd for advance processing (same cost, 3 to 5 business days).
Saudi Arabia hosts a large Bangladeshi diaspora (over 2 million workers), making this a heavily traveled corridor. For business visits, the visa on arrival covers meetings and conferences. For employment, a work visa must be obtained at the Bangladesh Embassy in Riyadh before travel. The 30-day tourist/business visa can be extended at the Immigration and Passport Office in Dhaka for another 30 days.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Dhaka run about 5 hours on Saudia, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, and flynas. Jeddah to Dhaka runs about 5 hours 30 minutes. Multiple daily frequencies given the large worker population. Bangladesh uses the Bangladeshi taka (BDT), trading at roughly 33 BDT per SAR 1. Card payments work at hotels and larger establishments in Dhaka and Chittagong. Carry cash for rickshaws, local restaurants, and markets. No mandatory vaccinations, but polio vaccination proof may be requested if arriving from a polio-endemic region. CNG auto-rickshaws are the cheapest way around Dhaka, while Uber and Pathao (local ride-hail) operate in major cities.
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects JED Airport Station to Jeddah city (King Abdullah Station) in about 15 minutes (SAR 20–25). The same line runs to Mecca and Medina, making it useful for Hajj and Umrah travelers.Taxis from central Jeddah cost SAR 60–100 and take 25–45 minutes. Uber and Careem operate widely and typically run SAR 40–80. Driving yourself is straightforward; the airport is well signed from King Abdulaziz Road and the Ring Road.
JED–DAC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JED to DAC
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways, flyadeal and Saudia. With 32 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JED to DAC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to DAC ranges from 6 hours 5 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,251 miles (5,231 km). There are approximately 32 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 66 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via AUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.