Travelling from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Osmani International Airport (ZYL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Sylhet's timezone is UTC+6, which is the same as Dhaka.
You can choose from 140 weekly Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with US-Bangla Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Biman Bangladesh Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:30.
To ensure you catch your DAC to ZYL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sylhet holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Bangladesh:
Most travellers choose to travel with Air Astra on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for DAC to ZYL flights is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DAC and ZYL:
Coxs Bazar Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
Right now, Rs6,184 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs11,831. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from DAC to ZYL, book your trip five months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DAC to ZYL.
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Handy information about Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
68.82% of flights leaving from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Dhaka to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DAC:
Arriving at Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZYL instead:
Getting from Osmani International Airport (ZYL) to central Sylhet
From Osmani International Airport, Sylhet is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
The quietest month for a flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sylhet based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Osmani International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Sylhet during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DAC to ZYL in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Sylhet has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Bangladesh you should also see. Around 209 kilometres south-west of Sylhet, a trip to Dhaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like National Parliament House, Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum.
Chittagong is another essential stop in Bangladesh and is around 290 kilometres south of Sylhet. No journey is complete without visiting Foy's Lake, Patenga Beach and Paharika Jame Mosque.