The flight distance from Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States is 12,737 kilometers (7,915 miles / 6,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

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 Bangladesh with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:21 in Dhaka, it's 12:21 in Des Moines. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Dhaka (DAC) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.