Dhaka to Gombe flights
Gombe lies 8,463 km (5,259 mi) west of Dhaka, -5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 11 h 36 min 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 | Gombe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Nigeria |
| Population | 10.4 million | 560,000 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 460 m (1,509 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | DAC, 15 km out | GMO, 29 km out |
Clocks in Gombe are 5 h behind Dhaka right now, so a 11 h 36 min journey lands only 6 h 36 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Gombe
Crossing from Bangladesh into Nigeria: money changes from the Taka to the Naira (NGN); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +234; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648881.
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 Gombe
Gombe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 10,827-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gombe Lawanti International Airport (regional) | GMO | 29 km (18 mi) | 10,827 ft | 1,590 ft |
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Staying in Gombe
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Common questions
How far is Gombe from Dhaka?
8,463 km (5,259 mi) in a straight line, west of Dhaka.
How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Gombe by air?
About 11 h 36 min, 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 Gombe?
Gombe is 5 h behind at the moment (Africa/Lagos against Asia/Dhaka).
Which airports are used for Dhaka to Gombe flights?
Typically Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO).
What currency do I need in Gombe?
The Naira (NGN).
Where can I stay in Gombe?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Gombe, 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.