Flying from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to Dubai: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 57 minutes.
Dubai is 2 hours behind Chittagong, where Shah Amanat International Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
With 16 weekly flights between the two airports, Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. US-Bangla Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from CGP to DXB is with Biman Bangladesh Airlines at 20:45.
Leave enough time to make your flight from CGP to Dubai. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Direct flights from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll arrive.
There's a range of carriers offering direct flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CGP to Dubai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you hold a passport from Bangladesh, you'll need an e-visa to visit United Arab Emirates. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Central Chittagong to CGP is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 49 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai, consider White Park Hotel & Suites. It's a short ride from CGP.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to Dubai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai is C$407. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$797. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CGP to Dubai, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from CGP to Dubai every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
It typically takes 49 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The journey will take about 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from CGP to Dubai, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, head for Dubai in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from CGP to Dubai sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are highlights which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
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