Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Hyderabad is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Take your pick of seven weekly King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flights. The 00:35 departure with flynas is the earliest flight available. Air India operates the last service of the day at 15:45.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RUH to HYD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Fly nonstop to Hyderabad with one of these carriers and discover this incredible part of India:
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating RUH to HYD flights is IndiGo. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.22% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RUH and HYD:
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Right now, $123 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $350. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to HYD, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you have a late King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HYD:
Book a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Hyderabad and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Hyderabad. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Hyderabad. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Hyderabad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to HYD in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 418 kilometres north of Hyderabad, a trip to Nagpur will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
Around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad, Nowrangapur is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.