Hyderabad to Guwahati flight guide — airlines, fares, baggage, HYD and GAU terminals, and travel tips for Northeast India.
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Quick answer: Hyderabad to Guwahati non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h 40m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Roughly 3–4 non-stop departures a day, spread across IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air. Frequencies firm up in the festive and wedding seasons and during the Northeast tourist months.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest HYD–GAU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India Express | 7 kg | 15 kg | Low-cost, Air India group |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Hyderabad to Guwahati is a genuine non-stop sector. IndiGo carries the bulk of the traffic, with Air India Express and Akasa Air adding flights through the week. Between them you typically get three to four non-stop departures a day, so you usually have a choice of an early-afternoon or evening flight without having to connect.
Air India and Air India Express belong to the same group; on this route the low-cost Air India Express brand is the one that operates. If you want a full-service ticket with complimentary meals, check whether Air India itself is selling a same-aircraft or connecting option on your dates. Go First and Jet Airways no longer fly, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore any old listings showing those names.
The straight-line distance is about 1,660 km, and a non-stop flight takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. Actual block time shifts a little with winds and the holding pattern over either city, so build in a buffer if you have an onward connection out of Guwahati.
One-stop itineraries, usually via Kolkata or Delhi, can take five hours or more once you add the layover. Unless a connection is materially cheaper, the non-stop is the obvious pick on a sector this long.
This is a long sector with limited daily frequency, so seats sell through earlier than on a dense metro trunk route. Booking three to six weeks ahead generally lands the steadier fares. Demand spikes around Durga Puja and Bihu, the winter wedding months and the spring tourist season, when travellers head to Assam, Meghalaya and the wider Northeast.
| Period | Demand | Booking advice |
|---|---|---|
| Oct–Nov (Puja, festivals) | High | Book 4–6 weeks out |
| Dec–Jan (weddings, winter) | High | Lock in early |
| Mar–Apr (spring tourism) | Moderate–High | 3–4 weeks out |
| Jun–Sep (monsoon) | Lower | Best value, watch weather |
Fares move with demand, so a few habits help. Compare nearby dates — a midweek departure (Tuesday or Wednesday) is often cheaper than a Friday or Sunday. Travel light to skip add-on baggage charges, since the headline LCC fare is hand-baggage-plus-one-piece only on the cheapest fares. Booking directly with the airline keeps changes and refunds simpler than going through some third-party sites, and lets you use airline sale fares and student discounts where eligible.
Most non-stops on this route leave Hyderabad around the middle of the day or in the early evening, putting you into Guwahati by late afternoon or night. An afternoon departure is comfortable if you have a same-day onward road or rail leg to Shillong, Kaziranga or beyond and want to avoid travelling those hill roads after dark. If you are continuing deeper into the Northeast, an earlier arrival gives you daylight margin.
Business: with only a handful of non-stops a day, book the specific flight that fits your meeting rather than assuming an hourly shuttle. A flexible or refundable fare is worth it if your schedule may move.
Families: a near-three-hour flight with limited daily options means pre-booking seats together and carrying snacks. Reserve infant bassinets and wheelchair assistance in advance.
Students and budget travellers: the cheapest fares appear midweek and well before departure. Many Northeast-bound students fly this sector at term breaks, so book early around those dates.
Hyderabad (HYD): Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at Shamshabad has a single integrated terminal handling all domestic and international flights, so there is no terminal confusion on departure.
Guwahati (GAU): Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport opened its new, much larger integrated terminal in early 2026, raising capacity sharply. All scheduled flights use this terminal. Allow a little extra time on your first visit to find your way around the new building.
In Hyderabad, Shamshabad is around 30 km south of the city; the dedicated airport expressway and app cabs are the usual choice, with airport shuttle coaches an economical alternative. Leave generous time during peak hours.
In Guwahati, the airport is at Borjhar, roughly 20–25 km west of the city centre and the Paltan Bazaar railway station. Pre-paid taxis and app cabs are available on arrival; if you are heading straight to Shillong, Kaziranga or Tezpur, arrange your onward taxi in advance, as these are long road journeys.
On the low-cost carriers the cheapest fares typically include 15 kg checked plus one 7 kg cabin bag; heavier or extra pieces cost more, so pre-buy online rather than paying the higher airport rate. Always confirm against your fare rules at booking. See the IndiGo baggage rules for the current allowances and excess charges. Air India Express and Akasa publish their own limits, so check the carrier you actually book.
Hyderabad is warm to hot most of the year. Guwahati and the wider Northeast see a heavy monsoon from June to September, with the risk of rain delays and occasional flooding on roads — keep onward plans flexible in those months. Winter mornings can be misty in the Brahmaputra valley. October to April is the most reliable window for travel and sightseeing. If you are going beyond Guwahati, note that some parts of the Northeast require permits, so check requirements for your specific destination before you travel.
With only a few non-stops a day on this long sector, the best fares go early. Set a fare alert on FlightGPT, compare a day either side of your ideal date, and book the non-stop directly with the airline so any change or cancellation is straightforward.
Yes. IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air operate non-stop flights, with roughly three to four departures a day between them.
A non-stop flight takes about 2 hours 40 minutes. One-stop options via Kolkata or Delhi can take five hours or more.
IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air fly this route non-stop. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct and Vistara has merged into Air India, so disregard older listings showing them.
About 1,660 km by air.
No. All of India uses a single time zone (IST), so there is no time change.
Booking three to six weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure generally gives the steadier fares. Avoid the Puja, winter-wedding and spring tourist peaks for the lowest prices.
Low-cost carriers usually include 15 kg checked plus a 7 kg cabin bag on the cheapest fares. Extra weight costs more, so pre-buy online. Check your fare rules and the airline's baggage page before flying.
Yes. Web check-in opens around 48 hours before departure on all three carriers and lets you choose seats and skip the counter queue if you have only cabin bags.
Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels you are entitled to a full refund or an alternative flight, and to care and compensation depending on the length of delay and notice given. Refunds for your own cancellation follow the fare rules, but statutory taxes are refundable even on non-refundable fares.
Yes. The Northeast monsoon (June to September) can bring rain delays at Guwahati. Winter mornings can be misty. Keep onward connections flexible in those periods.
Some carriers allow pets in the cabin or hold on domestic flights, subject to advance booking, carrier limits and health documents. Policies vary, so confirm with the specific airline before booking.
Infants under two travelling on an adult's lap pay a small infant fare and do not get a separate seat. Carry the child's age proof. Book bassinets in advance where available.
Guwahati itself needs only a normal government photo ID. Some parts of the wider Northeast require an Inner Line Permit or similar; check the rules for your specific onward destination before you travel.
Headline prices are often similar, but booking directly with the airline usually makes changes, refunds and disruption handling simpler, and lets you use airline sales and eligible discounts.
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The cheapest Hyderabad to Guwahati airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Hyderabad to Guwahati ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days out by 25–40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Hyderabad-Guwahati price wins.
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Most travellers prefer the Hyderabad to Guwahati non-stop option. The direct Hyderabad-Guwahati flight time is ≈ 2h 40m non-stop. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Hyderabad Guwahati ticket but are open to a layover.
Hyderabad to Guwahati ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Hyderabad Guwahati airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; next month's best deal might be a full-service IndiGo flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.