Delhi, India → Dhaka, Bangladesh · ✈ 2h 17min · 🚗 23h 17min
774 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Delhi to Dhaka is 1,433 km (890 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 17min.
The straight-line distance from Delhi, India to Dhaka, Bangladesh is approximately 1,433 kilometers (890 miles or 774 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 southeast of Delhi. Delhi is in Asia, in the North India region of India, while Dhaka is in Asia, in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,433 km | ~2h 17min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,863 km | ~23h 17min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,720 km | ~14h 20min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Delhi to Dhaka. For 1,433 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,863 km, fuel costs for driving from Delhi to Dhaka are approximately $149–$279 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.
Delhi sits at 28.7041°N, 77.1025°E, while Dhaka is located at 23.8103°N, 90.4125°E. The initial compass bearing from Delhi to Dhaka is 109° (ESE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Delhi heading roughly ESE. 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 4.89° and the longitude difference is 13.31°. 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 Delhi and Dhaka is approximately 26.4111°N, 83.8984°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 717 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Dhaka is roughly 1 hour ahead of Delhi. When it is 09:00 in Delhi, it is approximately 10:00 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.
Delhi is a major city in India with a population of approximately 16,787,941. Located in the North India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Delhi 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.
1,433 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.
At 1,433 km, the Delhi-Dhaka route is about 3.6% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 17min.
Combined, Delhi and Dhaka have a population of over 25,693,980 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Dhaka is approximately 1,433 kilometers (890 miles, 774 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 17min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 23h 17min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Dhaka is approximately +1h ahead compared to Delhi.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,863 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,433 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.