Dhaka, Bangladesh → Singapore, Singapore · ✈ 4h 6min · 🚗 46h 53min
1,558 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Dhaka to Singapore is 2,885 km (1,793 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 4h 6min.
The straight-line distance from Dhaka, Bangladesh to Singapore, Singapore is approximately 2,885 kilometers (1,793 miles or 1,558 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Singapore is located southeast of Dhaka. Dhaka is in Asia, in the Dhaka Division region of Bangladesh, while Singapore is in Asia, in Singapore, Singapore. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 2,885 km | ~4h 6min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~3,751 km | ~46h 53min | Long journey, consider stops |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dhaka to Singapore. For 2,885 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 3,751 km, fuel costs for driving from Dhaka to Singapore are approximately $300–$563 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.
Dhaka sits at 23.8103°N, 90.4125°E, while Singapore is located at 1.3521°N, 103.8198°E. The initial compass bearing from Dhaka to Singapore is 148° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dhaka heading roughly SSE. 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 22.46° and the longitude difference is 13.41°. 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 Dhaka and Singapore is approximately 12.6649°N, 97.4145°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 1,443 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.
Singapore is roughly 1 hour ahead of Dhaka. When it is 09:00 in Dhaka, it is approximately 10:00 in Singapore. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dhaka is a major city in Bangladesh with a population of approximately 8,906,039. Located in the Dhaka Division region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in Bangladesh, Dhaka is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
Singapore is a notable city in Singapore with a population of approximately 5,850,342. Situated in the Singapore region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Singapore is one of Singapore's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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2,885 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 2,885 km between Dhaka and Singapore means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 9.6 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 4h 6min.
Combined, Dhaka and Singapore have a population of over 14,756,381 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Dhaka to Singapore is approximately 2,885 kilometers (1,793 miles, 1,558 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 4h 6min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 46h 53min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Singapore is approximately +1h ahead compared to Dhaka.
The estimated road distance is approximately 3,751 km, which is about 30% longer than the 2,885 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.