Travelling from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Hamburg. Explore your options departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) when booking your flight from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD).
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Hamburg.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Hamburg to HYD. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Hamburg to HYD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
75.01% of flights taking off from Hamburg Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
LBC is around 80 kilometres from central Hamburg. It'll take 1 hour or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Hamburg to HYD flight? Check in to a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HYD:
Venture beyond Hyderabad and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Hyderabad. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
R 3,785 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. A return flight starts at R 10,402. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Hamburg to HYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD). July is when most people travel to Hyderabad. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Hamburg to HYD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Hyderabad
After booking your flight from Hamburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hyderabad:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Meenakshi Temple, Charminar and Hyderabad charminar are leading attractions which should be on any good Hyderabad itinerary.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres east of Hyderabad, a visit to Vijayawada will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Sai Baba Temple, St. Paul's Cathedral and Seeta Rama temple.
Warangal is another well-known destination in India and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. No journey is complete without a visit to Thousand Pillar Temple, Rudreswara Temple and Shiva Temple.