Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Hyderabad five hours 30 minutes ahead of Edinburgh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your EDI to HYD flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and HYD:
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
At the moment, 209 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 523 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to HYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from EDI to HYD.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you're getting in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near HYD:
Travel beyond Hyderabad and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Avis.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
From Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hyderabad based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Hyderabad, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to HYD in December. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Nagpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Hyderabad. Around 418 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
Nowrangapur is another favourite 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.