Dubai, United Arab Emirates → Dhaka, Bangladesh · ✈ 4h 56min · 🚗 57h 40min
1,916 nautical miles · Time difference: +2h ahead · Direction: east
The distance from Dubai to Dhaka is 3,549 km (2,205 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 4h 56min.
The straight-line distance from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Dhaka, Bangladesh is approximately 3,549 kilometers (2,205 miles or 1,916 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 east of Dubai. Dubai is in Asia, in the Dubai region of United Arab Emirates, while Dhaka is in Asia, in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 3,549 km | ~4h 56min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~4,614 km | ~57h 40min | Long journey, consider stops |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dubai to Dhaka. For 3,549 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 4,614 km, fuel costs for driving from Dubai to Dhaka are approximately $369–$692 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.
Dubai sits at 25.2048°N, 55.2708°E, while Dhaka is located at 23.8103°N, 90.4125°E. The initial compass bearing from Dubai to Dhaka is 85° (E), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dubai heading roughly E. 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 1.39° and the longitude difference is 35.14°. 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 Dubai and Dhaka is approximately 25.5569°N, 72.9423°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 1,775 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 2 hours ahead of Dubai. When it is 09:00 in Dubai, it is approximately 11:00 in Dhaka. A 2-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dubai is a major city in United Arab Emirates with a population of approximately 3,331,420. Located in the Dubai region, it is an important hub in Asia. Dubai is a significant metropolitan area in United Arab Emirates with good domestic and international transport connections.
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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.
3,549 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 3,549 km between Dubai and Dhaka means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 11.8 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 4h 56min.
Combined, Dubai and Dhaka have a population of over 12,237,459 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Dubai to Dhaka is approximately 3,549 kilometers (2,205 miles, 1,916 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 4h 56min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 57h 40min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Dhaka is approximately +2h ahead compared to Dubai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 4,614 km, which is about 30% longer than the 3,549 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.