Travelling from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) out of here.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Johannesburg to HYD.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to HYD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
JNB is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
77.1% of flights that take off from O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The drive from central Johannesburg to HLA generally takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to HYD flight:
About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Reserve a hotel near HYD if you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
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 lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Hyderabad. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Currently, R 5,821 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,094. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Johannesburg to HYD, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Hyderabad. July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to HYD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Hyderabad, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in December when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Hyderabad
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hyderabad right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport:
Your visit to Hyderabad should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include Meenakshi Temple, Charminar and Hyderabad charminar.
Explore more of India
You've seen Hyderabad, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel around 257 kilometres east to Vijayawada to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sai Baba Temple to St. Paul's Cathedral and Seeta Rama temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, head for Warangal, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Thousand Pillar Temple, Rudreswara Temple and Shiva Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
