Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) — complete Hyderabad airport guide
Quick answer: Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) at Shamshabad runs a single integrated terminal for both domestic and international flights, which makes connections simple. It is about 35 km south of the city; the Outer Ring Road and Pushpak airport buses give a fast run into Hi-Tech City and the centre.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · airport facts cross-checked against the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the airport operator · live Hyderabad fares are found in the FlightGPT search above.
Hyderabad airport (HYD) — quick facts
- IATA / ICAO code: HYD / VOHS
- City served: Hyderabad, Telangana
- Distance to city: ≈ 35 km south (Shamshabad), fast via the Outer Ring Road
- Operator: GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd
- Traffic: ~25 million passengers a year, one of South India's fastest-growing hubs.
Terminals at Hyderabad airport
One integrated terminal handling all domestic and international flights under one roof — among the easier major Indian airports for transit, with a single security and a clear domestic/international split inside.
How to get from Hyderabad airport to the city
- Pushpak (TSRTC) airport buses to Secunderabad, Hi-Tech City, Miyapur and other hubs.
- App cabs (Uber/Ola) and the airport taxi counter via the Outer Ring Road — usually a quick 45–60 min to most areas.
- A planned airport Metro extension will add a rail link in time.
Airlines flying from Hyderabad (HYD)
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestically; Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Lufthansa and British Airways among international carriers.
Lounges at HYD
Plaza Premium and Encalm lounges on both the domestic and international sides. Access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards, premium cabins or pay-per-use.
Popular flights from Hyderabad
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) from Hyderabad city?
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is about 35 km south (Shamshabad), fast via the Outer Ring Road from Hyderabad.
How many terminals does Hyderabad airport (HYD) have, and which should I use?
One integrated terminal handling all domestic and international flights under one roof — among the easier major Indian airports for transit, with a single security and a clear domestic/international split inside.
How do I get from Hyderabad airport to the city?
Pushpak (TSRTC) airport buses to Secunderabad, Hi-Tech City, Miyapur and other hubs. App cabs (Uber/Ola) and the airport taxi counter via the Outer Ring Road — usually a quick 45–60 min to most areas. A planned airport Metro extension will add a rail link in time.
Which airlines fly from Hyderabad (HYD)?
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestically; Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Lufthansa and British Airways among international carriers.
Does HYD airport have lounges?
Plaza Premium and Encalm lounges on both the domestic and international sides. Access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards, premium cabins or pay-per-use.
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