Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dhaka (DAC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and snacks in all cabins on the Johannesburg to Singapore and Singapore to Dhaka sectors, designed to keep you comfortable and refreshed across the full journey.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that cater to different dietary needs. These should be requested in advance through our website or your travel agent so we can prepare them for your flight.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins and routes, you can pre-select main courses from an expanded menu before you fly with Book the Cook, adding more choice to your dining experience on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices and teas. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board for you to savour during your journey.

For flights between Johannesburg and Dhaka, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, customers travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Customers travelling in Business Class may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Dhaka once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Johannesburg to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat.

On the Singapore to Dhaka sector operated by the Boeing 787-10, Economy Class offers the same 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed and direct aisle access for every passenger.

Between Johannesburg and Singapore, you can choose to travel in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. Between Singapore and Dhaka on the Boeing 787-10, you can select either Business Class or Economy Class. This allows you to tailor each sector to your comfort and budget preferences.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy award-winning facilities, including themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide range of dining and shopping. For longer layovers, you may be able to join an official city tour, while shorter connections are easily filled with a shower, a meal, or a walk through the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In Johannesburg (JNB), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use the South African Airways The Lounge (Premium). During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible customers can access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and frequent flyer status.

Johannesburg operates on South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) year-round with no daylight saving time. Dhaka operates on Bangladesh Standard Time (UTC+6), also without daylight saving. This means Dhaka is consistently 4 hours ahead of Johannesburg throughout the year.

On this route, we depart from O. R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. Your connecting flight operates via Singapore Changi Airport, where you will change aircraft before continuing to Bangladesh.

For international flights from Johannesburg to Dhaka via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the check-in area at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This gives you enough time for check-in, security, and any immigration checks, especially during busy travel periods.

Visa and entry requirements for Bangladesh depend on your nationality, purpose of travel, and length of stay. We recommend checking with the nearest Bangladeshi mission, as well as consulting official government or immigration websites, before you travel to ensure you have the correct documents.

If all your flights from Johannesburg to Dhaka are on a single Singapore Airlines or partner ticket, we will generally check your bags through to your final destination at Johannesburg. You should still confirm this at check-in, as local regulations and ticketing conditions can affect through-check eligibility.