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Pallabi

district · Bangladesh

Photo: Md Joni Hossain

Overview

Pallabi is a large city in Bangladesh.

Its population is roughly 598,000.

On the map it sits in Asia, in the northern hemisphere.

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is the closest airport, roughly 4 km away.

Key facts

CountryBangladesh
Population597,574
TimezoneAsia/Dhaka
Nearest airportHazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), 4 km
CurrencyBDT

Where Pallabi is

Pallabi sits in Bangladesh, in the northern part of Asia.

Dhaka lies about 13 km to the south, Tungi lies about 8 km to the north-east and Kafrul lies about 4 km to the south.

Getting there

The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), roughly 4 km away.

Alternative gateways include Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (IXA, 89 km); Barisal Airport (BZL, 114 km).

Use the Find flights link to search live fares for your dates.

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 Pallabi →arrives DAC (3.5 km away)

Book an airport transfer in Pallabi via Kiwitaxi

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 Pallabi 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 (13 km to the south); Tungi (8 km to the north-east); Kafrul (4 km to the south); 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 Pallabi

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Getting around Pallabi

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Common questions

What is the nearest airport to Pallabi?
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is the closest airport, about 4 km away.
When is the best time to visit Pallabi?
Late spring and early autumn tend to be the most pleasant.
What is near Pallabi?
Dhaka is one of the closest places, about 13 km away, with others within day-trip range.
Which country is Pallabi in?
Pallabi is in Bangladesh.

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Sources & method

Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.