Bangladesh direct air link resumes to increase travel options for citizens in UK

Tanvir Shahjahan, London:
Biman Bangladesh Airlines will re-commence routes to Dhaka and Sylhet on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft with flights every Monday and Friday.

Direct air links between the UK and Bangladesh will resume on Boxing Day with twice-weekly flights scheduled from Manchester Airport.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines will re-commence routes to Dhaka and Sylhet on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft with flights every Monday and Friday until March 28 after the initial service.

Return economy flights start from £680 and business class from £1,796.

The North and Midlands have one of the most vibrant Bangladeshi communities and the return of the Manchester route will prove hugely popular with those looking to connect with friends and family in their homeland.

Karen Smart, Managing Director of Manchester Airport, said: “There has been significant demand for a direct service to Bangladesh for many years, so when the route returned in 2019 it was greatly received. It is therefore really positive news to see the route return as the aviation sector begins its road to recovery.

“Manchester Airport is the UK’s gateway to the North of England and within our catchment area, there are many long-standing Bangladeshi communities for whom this will make a massive difference.

“There is also a great number of northern companies who trade with Bangladesh, and many more with a desire to do so, meaning this route is a real boost for them and will unlock and enable many business opportunities.”

Kazi Ziaul Hasan, Assistant High Commissioner of Bangladesh in Manchester, added: “The resumption of direct flight by Bangladesh Biman is a significant and firm step on the part of Bangladesh’s national carrier in the service sector.

“This direct flight will re-energise the movement of people, infuse dynamism in trade and business opportunities.”

Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the national flag carrier airline of Bangladesh. Its main hub is at Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka and it also operates flights from its secondary hubs Shah Amanat International Airport in Chittagong and Osmani International Airport in Sylhet.