Flying from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): What you need to know
Hyderabad is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai. Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Shanghai to HYD.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to HYD. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to HYD flight:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 86% of them landing right on cue.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near HYD and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Hyderabad. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is $422. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $663. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to HYD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
January is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD). Visit Hyderabad in September for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your Shanghai to HYD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Hyderabad
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hyderabad right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Meenakshi Temple, Charminar and Hyderabad charminar are top sights which should be on every Hyderabad itinerary.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres east of Hyderabad, a visit to Vijayawada will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Sai Baba Temple, St. Paul's Cathedral and Seeta Rama temple.
Warangal is another must-experience destination in India and is around 145 kilometres northeast of Hyderabad. No journey is complete without dropping by Thousand Pillar Temple, Shiva Temple and Warangal Biodiversity Junction.