Flight tickets from Coimbatore to Hyderabad

Hyderabad Information Guide

The capital of Telangana, Hyderabad, has a rich culture that's trickled down from the Nizam monarchy. The Pearl City of India is filled with heritage monuments, lakes, museums, spices and bustling markets. The most important heritage site is the Charminar that was built in the year 1591. As the tale goes, the Charminar was built to ward off a deadly epidemic, which was rampant during that time. Hyderabad is situated on a hilly terrain and surrounded by many artificial water bodies like lakes. If you're travelling from Coimbatore to Hyderabad, taking a flight will reduce your travelling time from 15 hours to just 1.5 hours!

Getting to and from the airport

Once you've boarded the flight from Coimbatore to Hyderabad and reached Hyderabad, you can book a cab from the airport to the city. The distance is about 24 kms and it can be covered in about 20 minutes. Depending on your hotel booking, this distance and time may vary, but you can always get this information from your hotel or check it on Google maps too.

Sightseeing

There are many sites in Hyderabad that boast of deep historical significance. If you love art, culture and history, then you are in for a treat. The top places to visit in Hyderabad are the Golconda Fort, Charminar, Birla Mandir, Chowmahalla Palace, Lamakaan, Mecca Masjid and many more. The Golconda Fort was made a fortified citadel by the Qutb Shahs in the 16th century. The architecture, design and functioning of the fort was given a lot of thought, which is why it seems flawless to this date. Don't miss out on the Sound and Light show at the fort, for it beautifully narrates the story of the fort. While the Mecca Masjid is one of the oldest and largest mosques. Read up on these magnificent sites, before you visit them or hire a guide who can help you relive the history and understand the significance of each site.

Shopping

When shopping in the city of sultans, don't forget to check out the jewellery and embroidered outfits. Koti Sultan Bazaar is famous for the latest silver junk jewellery to women's fashion clothes. The footwear isn't far behind either. You can get great deals if you decide to do some street shopping as well. This market tends to start early and wrap up by 6 p.m. Begum Bazaar is perfect for day-to-day items and household requirements, while the Laad Bazar is perfect to satiate your longing for bangles.

Food

Hyderabadi Biryani is a well-renowned dish that you just cannot miss. For some of the best and authentic Hyderabadi dishes, you can visit some generations-old restaurants and cafes in the city.MMany of them offer vegetarian fare, too. Don't miss the chance to relish some South Indian street food like dosas and vadas. Hyderabad's cuisine is mostly inspired by Mughlai, Iranian, Telugu and Turkish flavours. Some of the most popular dishes are the Nihari and BagharaBaighan. While the dessert menu is filled with treats like Qubanikameetha and Kaddukikheer.

Climate

Travelling from Coimbatore to Hyderabad for the first time? Understand the city's climate cycle to help pack comfortable clothes! If you plan to go in the summer, the temperature can rise up to 45 degrees. On an average summer day, it may soar between 30 to 45 degrees Celsius, which is why it is important to wear light, cotton clothes. Monsoon begins in June and ends in October; the city of Hyderabad receives heavy rainfall that helps cool down the place. Winters are pleasant and cold with the temperature dropping to as low as 13 degrees Celsius. January is the coldest month, so don't forget to carry additional warm clothes to protect yourself, in case you plan to visit during that month.

Still thinking? Just book your tickets fromCoimbatore to Hyderabad and bask in the delight of a city that's filled with exquisite jewellery, interesting shopping markets, a rich history of heritage sites and of course delectable cuisine!

Airport Information for Coimbatore and Hyderabad

Departure

Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Avinash Road, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641014

Arrival

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Shamshabad, Hyderabad, Telengana 500409

Getting to Coimbatore Airport

• Coimbatore International Airport has one terminal for both, domestic and international operations
• Frequent bus services to the airport are available from Gandhipuram which is 10 kms away
• You can also get buses from Ukkadam and Singanallur, hail a pre-paid/regular cab or get a rickshaw

Travelling from Hyderabad Airport

• A luxury bus service plies air-conditioned buses from the airport to important destinations in the city
• You can also hire a pre-paid cab and pay by meter at your destination, however, the fare is relatively costly