Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) 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 New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your JFK to HYD flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and HYD:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight is R 6,865. A return plane ticket is currently R 11,113. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from JFK to HYD, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JFK to HYD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you have a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near HYD:
Grab the keys to a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Hyderabad and discover places most visitors miss.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
From Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Hyderabad based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JFK to HYD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north of Hyderabad, a visit to Nagpur will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
If you're interested in discovering another side of India, consider Nowrangapur, about 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir are key highlights.