DAC
Dhaka
Bangladesh
8,309 km
5,163 miles
GIY
Giyani
South Africa
Distance
8,309 km
5,163 mi / 4,486 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Dhaka
Heading
235°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DAC GIY
Airport Name Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Giyani Airport
IATA Code DAC GIY
ICAO Code VGHS FAGI
City Dhaka Giyani
Country Bangladesh South Africa
Timezone Asia/Dhaka Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 30 ft 1,584 ft
Coordinates 23.840000, 90.400000 -23.280000, 30.650000

Dhaka (DAC) to Giyani (GIY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh to Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa is 8,309 kilometers (5,163 miles / 4,486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Bangladesh with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:40 in Dhaka, it's 06:40 in Giyani. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,554 feet between the two airports. Giyani Airport sits higher than Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.

The return flight from Giyani (GIY) to Dhaka (DAC) follows a heading of 55° (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 Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) and Giyani Airport (GIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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