Flying from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD).
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 10 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to HYD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more travellers during busy periods like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Chicago to HYD departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is about 40 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Chicago Midway International Airport and HYD:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to HYD? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HYD if you have a late flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Hyderabad. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 46 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, P22,151 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just P45,872. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Chicago to HYD, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Chicago to HYD.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Hyderabad in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Chicago to HYD for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hyderabad to range from 26ºC to 40ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in December when temperatures average between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Hyderabad
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hyderabad:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT are must-visits when exploring Hyderabad.
Complete your Hyderabad trip with a car rental
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