Flights to Hyderabad, India

Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana in southern India, is a city of two faces. Its old quarter around the Charminar was built by the Qutb Shahi and Nizam dynasties and is famous for pearls, bangles and bustling bazaars, while the western suburbs have grown into one of India's biggest technology hubs. Travellers book flights to Hyderabad for business in HITEC City, for family visits, for weddings and festivals, and for a plate of the city's legendary biryani.

About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad

Location

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) is at Shamshabad, on the southern outskirts of Hyderabad. It replaced the older Begumpet airport in the city centre and is linked to the rest of the city by expressways, including the elevated road towards the centre and the Outer Ring Road that runs around Hyderabad.

Terminals

The airport uses a single integrated terminal building for both international and domestic flights, with separate zones for each. This makes connecting from an international arrival to a domestic flight straightforward, although you still need to clear immigration and customs and recheck bags where required.

Getting to and from the airport

Airport buses run by the state transport corporation connect the terminal with major areas such as HITEC City, Secunderabad and the city centre. Prepaid taxis and ride-hailing services pick up from designated zones outside arrivals, and many business travellers book a car in advance. Traffic can be heavy in the city, so leave extra time when heading to the airport.

Direct and connecting flights to Hyderabad

Nonstop flights connect Changi with Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, making Hyderabad one of the easier Indian cities to reach from Singapore. Turn on the Direct filter in your search to see only nonstop options and compare departure times, as some suit an overnight arrival and others a daytime one.

If the nonstop flights are full or do not fit your plans, connecting options run through other Indian hubs such as Chennai, Bengaluru or Mumbai, or through cities in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Compare total journey time and baggage allowance, which matters if you are travelling with gifts for family.

When to fly to Hyderabad

Hyderabad has a hot semi-arid climate. The cooler, drier months from around October to February are the most comfortable time for sightseeing. From March to May the heat builds steadily, and the south-west monsoon arrives around June and lasts until September, bringing heavy showers and greener surroundings.

Travel from Singapore rises around Deepavali, the June and December school holidays and the Sankranti harvest festival in January, when many families head home to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The wedding season in the cooler months also fills flights. Flight deals to Hyderabad are easier to catch outside those festival weeks, and the monthly chart here shows when demand usually eases.

Popular places in Hyderabad

Charminar and Laad Bazaar

The four-minaret monument at the heart of the old city is Hyderabad's best-known landmark. The lanes around it lead to Laad Bazaar, known for glittering lac bangles, pearls and bridal wear.

Golconda Fort

The ruins of this vast hilltop fortress were once the seat of the Qutb Shahi kings and a famous diamond trading centre. The acoustics at the entrance gate are a well-known curiosity.

Chowmahalla Palace

The former seat of the Nizams features grand courtyards, chandeliers and a collection of vintage cars and royal artefacts.

Qutb Shahi Tombs

Near Golconda, this garden complex of domed tombs belongs to the dynasty that founded the city, and recent restoration has brought back much of its original beauty.

Hussain Sagar Lake

A large man-made lake between Hyderabad and Secunderabad, with a monolithic Buddha statue on an island in the middle and lakeside promenades that fill up in the evening.

Where to stay in Hyderabad

Banjara Hills and Jubilee Hills are upmarket residential areas with restaurants, shopping and a central position for exploring. HITEC City, Madhapur and Gachibowli in the west suit business travellers visiting the technology parks. Begumpet and Secunderabad are convenient for rail connections and older neighbourhoods, while staying near the airport at Shamshabad works well for a short layover or an early flight.

Food to try in Hyderabad

Hyderabadi biryani

Fragrant basmati rice layered with marinated meat and slow-cooked under a sealed lid, this dish is the pride of the city.

Haleem

A thick, slow-cooked stew of wheat, lentils and meat, most famous during Ramadan when stalls across Hyderabad serve it late into the night.

Mirchi ka salan

Green chillies simmered in a peanut, sesame and tamarind gravy, the classic side dish for biryani.

Qubani ka meetha

A dessert of stewed dried apricots, often topped with cream or ice cream, served at weddings and celebrations.

Irani chai and Osmania biscuits

Sweet, milky tea paired with buttery, slightly salty biscuits is a daily ritual in the city's old cafés.

Palaces, bazaars and some of India's finest food await in Hyderabad. Book flights to Hyderabad on Traveloka with local payment methods, and Easy Reschedule covers you if family plans change.