Karachi, January 30, 2026
After a gap of 14 years, direct air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan has been restored, marking a significant moment in regional aviation and bilateral relations.
According to the Pakistan Airports Authority, Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG-341 landed at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi on Thursday evening after departing from Dhaka, becoming the first direct flight on this route since services were suspended over a decade ago.
🚿 Warm Welcome at Karachi Airport
The aircraft was received with a traditional water salute, symbolizing the resumption of direct flights between the two countries. Airport officials confirmed that this was the first Dhaka–Karachi direct landing in 14 years.
Officials described the development as a reflection of improving relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh, particularly in the areas of travel, trade, and people-to-people contact.
📅 Flights to Operate Twice a Week
In a statement, the airline said the Dhaka–Karachi service will operate twice weekly on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Departure from Dhaka: 8:00 PM
Arrival in Karachi: 11:00 PM
Return flight from Karachi: 12:00 AM
Arrival in Dhaka: 4:20 AM
Both governments had been in discussions since last year to restore direct flights, aiming to strengthen trade ties, business travel, and cultural exchange.
📜 Announcement Made in August 2025
The plan to resume direct flights was first publicly announced in August 2025, during a visit to Dhaka by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
Following the announcement, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority granted Biman Bangladesh Airlines permission to operate flights on the Dhaka–Karachi route and use designated air corridors within Pakistani airspace.
🌏 Historical Significance
The resumption of direct flights is also seen as a historically significant step, coming decades after Bangladesh gained independence from Pakistan in 1971. Observers say renewed air connectivity could play a key role in rebuilding bilateral engagement in South Asia.
