Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Hyderabad nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Philadelphia.
To ensure you get on your PHL to HYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PHL and HYD include:
Hamad International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight is RM2,011. A round-trip ticket is currently RM3,658. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PHL to HYD if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 78.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PHL:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near HYD:
Pick up the keys to a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from top companies like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Hyderabad and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to the centre of Hyderabad has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Hyderabad based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from PHL to HYD in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Hyderabad, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 418 kilometres north to Nagpur to tick off its top sights. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Nowrangapur is another well-known destination in India and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. No journey is complete without experiencing Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.