Airport Comparison
Dhaka (DAC) to Lukla (LUA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh to Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal is 564 kilometers (351 miles / 305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Bangladesh with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:33 in Dhaka, it's 01:18 in Lukla.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,350 feet between the two airports. Lukla Airport sits higher than Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Lukla (LUA) to Dhaka (DAC) follows a heading of 139° (southeast). 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 Lukla Airport (LUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.