Travelling from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organising your flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD).
Book a direct flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Hyderabad is UTC+5:30, which is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad.
With 66 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 03:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from DXB to HYD is with Air India at 23:25.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Dubai to HYD. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport leaving from DXB include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Dubai to HYD leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
DXB is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)? Browse the fares leaving from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Dubai to HYD? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HYD instead:
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Hyderabad. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 46 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
R 1,536 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Return flights start from R 3,844. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Dubai to HYD, reserve your journey 7 months ahead of your planned departure.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport if you take off in April. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Hyderabad. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai to HYD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in December if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 15ºC and 29ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
More about Hyderabad
After booking your flight from Dubai to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hyderabad:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT are highlights which should be on any good Hyderabad itinerary.
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