Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) Airport Guide
Dhaka, Bangladesh · VGHS
Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC/VGHS) is an airport serving Dhaka, Bangladesh, in Asia.
This page covers the practical essentials for DAC — getting to and from the airport, lounges and WiFi, transit and visa considerations, hotels nearby, and what to do if you have a layover here.
Lounges
Lounge availability at Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport varies by terminal. Independent lounges (often accessible via Priority Pass or pay-in) and airline lounges are common at airports of this size — check your terminal on arrival.
WiFi
Free WiFi is offered at most major airports. Look for the official DAC network on arrival; coverage and time limits can vary by terminal.
Airlines
A range of domestic and international carriers serve Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Check your airline for its terminal and check-in details, as assignments can change.
Getting to & from DAC
Transit & visa requirements
- Whether you need a transit visa for DAC depends on your nationality, your routing, and whether you must clear immigration to change flights.
- Always verify current Bangladesh transit and entry requirements with official government sources before you travel.
Hotels near DAC
Need a room near the airport for an early departure or a long layover?
Things to do during a layover
Got time between flights? See our dedicated DAC layover guide. In short:
Stay airside at Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Clear security to your connection early, then find a lounge or quiet seating area near your departure gate.
Enough time to relax in a lounge, eat a proper meal and explore the terminal’s shops and amenities without rushing your connection.
With a long layover you may have time to leave the airport and see Dhaka, provided your nationality and routing allow you to clear immigration. Confirm transit visa rules first, and leave a generous buffer to return.
DAC — Frequently Asked Questions
Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) serves Dhaka, Bangladesh.