Riyadh to Dhaka (RUH–DAC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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RUH–DAC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, Biman Bangladesh Airlines and British International Helicopters lead the route. The flight covers 2,739 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia Also: AF, AZ | 16 | 773, 777, 77F | 5h45 | – | SkyTeam | AF, AZ |
| BG Biman Bangladesh Airlines | 7 | 773 | 5h55 | – | – | – |
| BS British International Helicopters | 6 | 333 | 6h10 | – | – | – |
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 Saudia, Biman Bangladesh Airlines and British International Helicopters. With 50 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RUH to DAC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to DAC is about 5 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,739 miles (4,408 km). There are approximately 50 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 93 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Zayed and Muscat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.