Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Hyderabad is UTC+5:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your RDU to HYD flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Frankfurt Airport is a popular stopover on the RDU to HYD route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
£332 is the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Return flights start from £676. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to HYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to HYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of RDU.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RDU:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Book a hotel near HYD if you're on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Hyderabad and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
From Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Hyderabad in April.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Hyderabad, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RDU 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 has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. About 260 miles north of Hyderabad, a visit to Nagpur will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
Around 300 miles north-east of Hyderabad, Nowrangapur is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.
