Flying from Puducherry Airport (PNY) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Hyderabad five hours 30 minutes ahead of Puducherry.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PNY to HYD flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puducherry Airport (PNY) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Right now, Rs10,744 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Puducherry Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs23,341. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PNY to HYD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Puducherry Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
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Handy information about Puducherry Airport (PNY)
To reach Puducherry Airport from central Puducherry, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Puducherry Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to PNY:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Puducherry Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HYD instead:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to central Hyderabad has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Puducherry Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Hyderabad based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Puducherry Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for May if you'd like to explore Hyderabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 40ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PNY to HYD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Hyderabad, now it's time to discover more 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, your itinerary will be busy.
Nowrangapur is another must-experience destination in India and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. No journey is complete without seeing Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.