London, United Kingdom → Dhaka, Bangladesh · ✈ 10h 30min · 🚗 129h 55min
4,317 nautical miles · Time difference: +6h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from London to Dhaka is 7,995 km (4,968 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 10h 30min.
The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Dhaka, Bangladesh is approximately 7,995 kilometers (4,968 miles or 4,317 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 London. London is in Europe, in the England region of United Kingdom, while Dhaka is in Asia, in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 7,995 km | ~10h 30min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from London to Dhaka. For 7,995 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
London sits at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W, while Dhaka is located at 23.8103°N, 90.4125°E. The initial compass bearing from London to Dhaka is 74° (ENE), so a great-circle flight path leaves London heading roughly ENE. 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 27.70° and the longitude difference is 90.54°. 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 London and Dhaka is approximately 47.1207°N, 56.0139°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 3,998 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 6 hours ahead of London. When it is 09:00 in London, it is approximately 15:00 in Dhaka. A time difference of 6 hours typically produces noticeable jet lag — most travelers need about one recovery day per time zone crossed. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
London is a major city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Located in the England region, it is an important hub in Europe. As one of the largest cities in United Kingdom, London 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.
At 7,995 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Europe to Asia. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 7,995 km, London to Dhaka is one of the world's longer routes, covering 20.0% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, London and Dhaka have a population of over 17,888,039 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to Asia, spanning 6 timezones.
The straight-line distance from London to Dhaka is approximately 7,995 kilometers (4,968 miles, 4,317 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 10h 30min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 129h 55min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Dhaka is approximately +6h ahead compared to London.
The estimated road distance is approximately 10,394 km, which is about 30% longer than the 7,995 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.