Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 41m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is a large airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh (ICAO VGHS, IATA DAC). It sits at an elevation of 30 ft (9 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 11,500 ft / 3,505 m. It has scheduled commercial service and observes Asia/Dhaka local time. The nearest airport is Tejgaon Airport (VGTJ), about 4 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
VGHSNOTAMs
VGHSReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 11,500 ft / 3,505 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | DHAKA APP | 121.300 MHz |
| ATIS | DHAKA ATIS | 127.400 MHz |
| GND | DHAKA GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | DHAKA RDO | 294.700 MHz |
| TWR | DHAKA TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?
The ICAO code for Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is VGHS, and its IATA code is DAC.
Where is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport located?
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is large airport located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, at an elevation of 30 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport have?
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 11,500 ft / 3,505 m.
Which airlines fly to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport include Air Arabia, Air India Limited, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, among 29 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?
Historical data lists 33 nonstop destinations from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in?
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is in the Asia/Dhaka time zone (UTC+06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?
The nearest airport to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is Tejgaon Airport (VGTJ), about 4 nm to the ssw, followed by Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport and Comilla Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.