Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

Nestled in the heart of Bangladesh, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is the main international airport of the country that also serves as the country’s gateway to the majestic world. Spread across an area of 1,981 acres, this spacious facility is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh.

Hazrat Shahjalal Airport (DAC) commenced operations in 1980 replacing Tejgaon Airport as the main airport. It is home to flag carriers like Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Regent Airways, Novoair, and US-Bangla Airlines. It has the capacity to handle more than 18 million passengers.

Quick Information about Hazrat Shahjalal Airport

The following table is an overview of DAC Airport indicated below:

Airport	Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Airport Type	Public / Military
Owner	Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism
Operator	Civil Aviation Authority, Bangladesh (CAAB)
Built In (Year)	1981
Serves	Dhaka Division
Hubs for	Biman Bangladesh AirlinesAir AstraNovoairUS-Bangla AirlinesSkyAirEasy Fly Express
Hazrat Shahjalal Airport Code	DAC
Hazrat Shahjalal AirportTerminals	Three terminals
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Runway	1
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Coordinates	23°50′34″N 090°24′02″E
Hazrat Shahjalal Airport Address	Airport – Dakshinkhan Rd, Dhaka 1229, Bangladesh
Official Website	hsia.gov.bd
Elevation	27 ft / 8 m

Hazrat Shahjalal Airport Code

Hazrat Shahjalal Airport code is DAC. This three-letter IATA code has been derived from “Dacca”–the old spelling of the capital city “Dhaka” where the airport is based. The elevation of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is 8 meters above sea level.

IATA CODE	DAC
ICAO CODE	VGHS
FAA CODE	N/A
WORLD AREA CODE	703
COUNTRY CODE	BGD
ZIP CODE	1229
IATA METROPOLITAN CODE	DAC

Hazrat Shahjalal Airport Map

The Hazrat Shahjalal Airport location Map is a useful tool for finding your way around the airport, and for planning your journey.

Hazrat Shahjalal Airport Terminals

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) has three terminals: T1, T2, and T3. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are used for international operations only. Terminal 1 serves as an arrival hall while Terminal 2 serves as a departure hall. Terminal 3 will commence operations in 2022. There is a VIP Terminal as well about 200 meters from the main gate of the airport.