Riyadh to Dhaka (RUH–DAC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RUH–DAC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, Biman Bangladesh Airlines and US-Bangla Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,739 miles in approximately 5h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 18 | 773, 777 | 5h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| BG Biman Bangladesh Airlines | 7 | 773 | 5h35 | – | – | – |
| BS US-Bangla Airlines | 5 | 333 | 5h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · DAC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, 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.
RUH–DAC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to DAC
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) are connected by nonstop service from Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines and Saudia. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RUH to DAC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to DAC ranges from 5 hours 20 minutes to 5 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,739 miles (4,408 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via AUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.