Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Dhaka (DAC)

If you’re planning a business or pleasure trip to Dhaka by way of John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), the flight will take a bit more than 16 hours. Whether you’re coming from Manhattan or Brooklyn, Interstate 678 South will bring you to JFK in about 30 minutes, depending on traffic. The modern and thriving city of Dhaka is rich in history and filled with excitement. Amusement parks, cultural events and huge shopping malls will keep you occupied in this bustling city. Head to JFK via bus, taxi or train, alternatively you can drive and park at the airport.

Attractions

To appreciate Dhaka, you can take a guided tour to the old city where you’ll visit the Lalbagh Fort, an enchanting 15th century structure, the glorious pink palace called Ahsan Manzil that was built in the 1800s, and the ornate Armenian Church. Explore the city yourself and stop by the sprawling National Museum or the Liberation War Museum. Enjoy a boat ride in the Buriganga River, or a rickshaw ride down the city’s narrow streets. Visit the Teknaf Game Reserve where you might see a wild elephant pass by.

Hints and Tips

When your flight arrives in Dhaka at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), an abundance of taxis are waiting to serve you, or you can rent a car. Dhaka’s weather is hot and humid from April through September. Temperatures average 65 degrees during the cool months of October to March.