Travelling from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): What you need to know
Colombo's main base, Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight.
Hyderabad (where Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located) and Colombo share the UTC+5:30 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with IndiGo at 3pm. Go for the first CMB to HYD departure with SriLankan Airlines at 7am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to HYD, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can book a direct flight from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport with IndiGo. This well-known airline offers services from CMB.
IndiGo is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from CMB to HYD.
IndiGo ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 92.31% of its services arriving as scheduled.
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
74% of flights taking off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on time.
About Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Consider booking a hotel near HYD if you're catching a late flight from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Line up a Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from leading companies like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Hyderabad and experience places that fly under the radar.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Central Hyderabad is around 31 kilometres from Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
At the moment, Rs29,001 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs58,161. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Colombo to HYD, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Hyderabad. January is when most people book flights from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your Colombo to HYD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo 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
Start your Hyderabad trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Hyderabad when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Meenakshi Temple followed by Charminar and Hyderabad charminar.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres east of Hyderabad, a trip to Vijayawada will keep you busy. Start with 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 trip is complete without a visit to Thousand Pillar Temple, Shiva Temple and Warangal Biodiversity Junction.