Flying from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) taking off from here.
Hyderabad is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad, which follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to HYD.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to HYD departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to HYD flight is easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you in easy range of the airport.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down as expected.
About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Consider staying in a hotel near HYD if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Hyderabad and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Hyderabad. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
177 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. A return flight starts from 346 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HYD if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD). July is when most people travel to Hyderabad. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
The warmest month in Hyderabad is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to HYD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in December when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Hyderabad
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hyderabad:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Meenakshi Temple, Charminar and Hyderabad charminar are must-do's during your Hyderabad adventure.
Explore more of India
Vijayawada is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Hyderabad. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Sai Baba Temple, St. Paul's Cathedral and Seeta Rama temple.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in India, head for Warangal, about 145 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Thousand Pillar Temple, Rudreswara Temple and Shiva Temple are the start of reasons to visit.