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- Destinations
- Asia
- Bangladesh
- Shahjalal International Airport (formerly Zia Int.
Airport)
Shahjalal International Airport (formerly Zia Int.
Airport)
12 miles (20 km) north of Dhaka
Information & Facts
Car Parking
Long and short-term parking is available.
Car Rental
A host of Bangladeshi car rental companies are
available.
City Transfers
An airport shuttle bus runs to the city. There are
also taxis and tuk-tuks available.
Contacts
Departure Tax
Varies depending on destination.
Facilities
Currency exchange counters, post office, duty-free shopping,
ATMs, small restaurants, and car-hire kiosks are available.
Language
The official language of Bangladesh is Bangla. The
language is central to their national identity. English and Urdu
are often understood.
Money
The currency in Bangladesh is the Bangladesh Taka (BDT).
There are ATMs in major cities but credit cards are usually only
accepted in Dhaka. Banks and large stores will accept travellers
cheques. The best exchange rate is found in private shops.
Travellers are not allowed to leave with more currency than what
they declare on arrival. Banking hours are 9 am to 3 pm, Sunday to
Thursday.
Time
Local time in Bangladesh is GMT/UCT + 6 hours