DhakaChennai, India

Flights from Dhaka to Chennai

Nonstop flights from Dhaka (DAC) to Chennai (MAA) take about 2h 31m (1,617 km). US-Bangla Airlines, IndiGo and Biman Bangladesh Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $131 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Dhaka to Chennai

Carriers on DAC–MAA according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ US-Bangla Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ IndiGononstop fare seen✈ Biman Bangladesh Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Chennai

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The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Peak season: October – March

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Frequently asked questions — Dhaka to Chennai flights

How long is the flight from Dhaka to Chennai?

A nonstop flight from Dhaka (DAC) to Chennai (MAA) takes about 2h 31m, covering 1,617 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Dhaka from Chennai by air?

The great-circle distance between Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and Chennai International Airport is 1,617 km (1,005 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Dhaka to Chennai?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DAC–MAA route include US-Bangla Airlines, IndiGo and Biman Bangladesh Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Dhaka to Chennai cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DAC–MAA was $131 USD with US-Bangla Airlines (nonstop), departing 27 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from Dhaka to India?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Chennai?

The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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