Dhaka to Rajshahi flights
Rajshahi lies 198 km (123 mi) west of Dhaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Dhaka | Rajshahi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Bangladesh |
| Population | 10.4 million | 763,580 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) |
| Nearest large airport | DAC, 15 km out | RJH, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Dhaka
Dhaka is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (IXA, 87 km).
Arriving in Rajshahi
Rajshahi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Shah Makhdum Airport (RJH), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,000 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shah Makhdum Airport (regional) | RJH | 7 km (4 mi) | 6,000 ft | 64 ft |
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Staying in Rajshahi
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Rajshahi. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (6). Guests have left 539 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Rajshahi from Dhaka?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, west of Dhaka.
How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Rajshahi by air?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dhaka and Rajshahi?
No, both are on Asia/Dhaka at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dhaka to Rajshahi flights?
Typically Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Shah Makhdum Airport (RJH).
Where can I stay in Rajshahi?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Rajshahi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.