Singapore, Singapore → Dhaka, Bangladesh · ✈ 4h 6min · 🚗 46h 53min
1,558 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Singapore to Dhaka 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 Singapore, Singapore to Dhaka, Bangladesh 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.
Dhaka is located northwest of Singapore. Singapore is in Asia, in the Singapore region of Singapore, while Dhaka is in Asia, in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh. 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 Singapore to Dhaka. 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 Singapore to Dhaka 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.
Singapore sits at 1.3521°N, 103.8198°E, while Dhaka is located at 23.8103°N, 90.4125°E. The initial compass bearing from Singapore to Dhaka is 331° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Singapore heading roughly NNW. 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 Singapore and Dhaka 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.
Dhaka is roughly 1 hour behind Singapore. When it is 09:00 in Singapore, 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.
Singapore is a major city in Singapore with a population of approximately 5,850,342. Located in the Singapore region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in Singapore, Singapore 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.
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 Singapore and Dhaka means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 9.6 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 4h 6min.
Combined, Singapore and Dhaka have a population of over 14,756,381 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Singapore to Dhaka 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.
Dhaka is approximately -1h behind compared to Singapore.
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.