Bangkok, Thailand → Dhaka, Bangladesh · ✈ 2h 26min · 🚗 25h 2min
832 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Bangkok to Dhaka is 1,541 km (958 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 26min.
The straight-line distance from Bangkok, Thailand to Dhaka, Bangladesh is approximately 1,541 kilometers (958 miles or 832 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Dhaka is located northwest of Bangkok. Bangkok is in Asia, in the Central region of Thailand, while Dhaka is in Asia, in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,541 km | ~2h 26min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,003 km | ~25h 2min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,849 km | ~15h 25min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Bangkok to Dhaka. For 1,541 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,003 km, fuel costs for driving from Bangkok to Dhaka are approximately $160–$300 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Bangkok sits at 13.7563°N, 100.5018°E, while Dhaka is located at 23.8103°N, 90.4125°E. The initial compass bearing from Bangkok to Dhaka is 318° (NW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Bangkok heading roughly NW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 10.05° and the longitude difference is 10.09°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Bangkok and Dhaka is approximately 18.8511°N, 95.6085°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 771 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Dhaka is roughly 1 hour behind Bangkok. When it is 09:00 in Bangkok, it is approximately 08:00 in Dhaka. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Bangkok is a major city in Thailand with a population of approximately 10,539,000. Located in the Central region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in Thailand, Bangkok is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Dhaka is a notable city in Bangladesh with a population of approximately 8,906,039. Situated in the Dhaka Division region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Dhaka is one of Bangladesh's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
1,541 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,541 km between Bangkok and Dhaka means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.1 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 26min.
Combined, Bangkok and Dhaka have a population of over 19,445,039 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Bangkok to Dhaka is approximately 1,541 kilometers (958 miles, 832 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 26min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 25h 2min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Dhaka is approximately -1h behind compared to Bangkok.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,003 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,541 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.