Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Columbus: what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4. The city is nine hours 30 minutes behind Hyderabad, where Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your HYD to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Hyderabad, HYD can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to HYD:
73.37% of flights taking off from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Columbus
₹ 54,546 is currently the best price for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus flight. A return flight ticket starts at ₹ 84,825. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to the centre of Columbus takes around 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus. Book one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Columbus's main sights.
Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from HYD to Columbus. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is around 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of LCK. Unpack your bags here after your HYD to Columbus flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
Before booking your flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Columbus offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from HYD to Columbus around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Columbus, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are attractions you won't want to skip in Columbus.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.