Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Hyderabad is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Athens.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ATH to HYD flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATH and HYD:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Rs59,136 is the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs147,471. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ATH to HYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the flights that depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you're arriving on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near HYD:
Grab a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Hyderabad and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
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 to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Hyderabad. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for May if you want to explore Hyderabad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 40ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to HYD in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north of Hyderabad, a visit to Nagpur will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
Around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad, Nowrangapur is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.