Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to HYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and HYD:
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Right now, Rs109,209 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs232,682. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to HYD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LAX:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HYD instead:
Venture beyond Hyderabad and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can book a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Avis.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to the centre of Hyderabad has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles 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 and 40ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to HYD in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Hyderabad, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey around 418 kilometres north to Nagpur to tick off its leading attractions. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in India, head for Nowrangapur, roughly 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir are key highlights.