Airport Comparison
| BIG | DAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Allen Army Air Field | Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIG | DAC |
| ICAO Code | PABI | VGHS |
| City | Delta Junction Ft Greely | Dhaka |
| Country | United States | Bangladesh |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Dhaka |
| Elevation | 1,285 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.000000, -145.720000 | 23.840000, 90.400000 |
Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) to Dhaka (DAC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Allen Army Air Field (BIG) in Delta Junction Ft Greely, United States to Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh is 9,114 kilometers (5,663 miles / 4,921 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Bangladesh. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:24 in Delta Junction Ft Greely, it's 15:24 in Dhaka. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,255 feet between the two airports. Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport sits lower than Allen Army Air Field.
The return flight from Dhaka (DAC) to Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Allen Army Air Field (BIG) and Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.