Mirpur Model Thana
district · Bangladesh
Overview
Mirpur Model Thana is a large city in Bangladesh.
Its population is roughly 547,000.
On the map it sits in Asia, in the northern hemisphere.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is the closest airport, roughly 5 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Bangladesh |
|---|---|
| Population | 546,503 |
| Timezone | Asia/Dhaka |
| Nearest airport | Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), 5 km |
| Currency | BDT |
Where Mirpur Model Thana is
Mirpur Model Thana sits in Bangladesh, in the northern part of Asia.
Dhaka lies about 12 km to the south-east, Tungi lies about 10 km to the north-east and Kafrul lies about 3 km to the south-east.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), roughly 5 km away.
Alternative gateways include Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (IXA, 90 km); Barisal Airport (BZL, 112 km).
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Before booking: The US State Department currently advise against non-essential travel to Bangladesh. Proceed only under your own judgement and check the official advice above.
Find flights to Mirpur Model Thana →arrives DAC (5.3 km away)
Getting around
Buses and taxis get you around, and the centre is compact enough to explore on foot. If you drive, remember traffic here keeps to the left.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly subtropical (northern hemisphere): mild winters and hot summers.
For most visitors the shoulder seasons — roughly April to June and September to October — offer warm-enough weather without the peak-summer crowds, while high summer (June to August) is busiest.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Mirpur Model Thana is worth your time: a large city with the range of places to stay, eat and go out that its size brings; a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through DAC.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Dhaka (12 km to the south-east); Tungi (10 km to the north-east); Kafrul (3 km to the south-east); Bhatara (9 km to the east); Savar (12 km to the west).
Good to know
The currency is the BDT (Taka).
The main language spoken is Bengali.
Clocks run on Asia/Dhaka time.
Traffic drives on the left.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Journeys through here
Where to stay in Mirpur Model Thana
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Getting around Mirpur Model Thana
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Mirpur Model Thana?
- Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is the closest airport, about 5 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Mirpur Model Thana?
- Late spring and early autumn tend to be the most pleasant.
- What is near Mirpur Model Thana?
- Dhaka is one of the closest places, about 12 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Mirpur Model Thana in?
- Mirpur Model Thana is in Bangladesh.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
Data compiled 2026-09-18. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.