Flight tickets from Hyderabad to Guwahati

Guwahati Information Guide

Guwahati is known as the ‘Gateway to the Seven Sisters in the North-East.’ It is the capital of the state of Assam. Nestled near the Himalayas and the Shillong Plateau, this city certainly makes for a picturesque spot. At first glance, it looks like just about any city with its skyscrapers and concrete roads but, look closer and you will be introduced to another world full of marvels like gorgeous temples, serene ponds, traditional houses and mansions, lush parks and lots more. Another great aspect of the city and the state, in general, are the people here. Go anywhere and you’ll always feel welcome.

Religious Places to See

Guwahati has been blessed with beautiful temples that dot various parts of the city. One of the oldest temples in Guwahati, as well as in the country is the Kamakhya Temple, a Shakti Peetha, known for its religious importance as well as for its intricate carvings and architecture. Just above the temple is another one called Bhubaneshwari. Here you can get a bird’s eye view of entire Guwahati. The Umananda Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located on Peacock Island, one of the smallest river islands in the world. All these spots are generally included in North East Tour Packages. The Navagraha Temple is known as the seat of astronomy and astrology. Here you will find deities representing various celestial beings like the sun, moon, planets, etc.

Other Places to See

Want to experience the best of Assamese culture? Well, the Srimanta Shankardev Kalakshetra is the place to visit. This cultural museum has replicas of heritage monuments in the state as well as a library with modern and ancient manuscripts. You can even take part in the cultural festivals hosted here. Get a dose of history at the Assam State Museum with its rich collection of pre-historic ivory paintings, woodwork, sculptures as well as replicas of the living quarters of the various tribes of Assam. Kids are going to love a trip to the Guwahati Planetarium where shows on planetary movements and celestial happenings are conducted with the latest technology. For a light-hearted and relaxed evening, a stroll through Nehru Park is a must. The lush green cover, beautiful flower beds and musical fountain make this perfect.

Shopping

No holiday from Hyderabad to Guwahati is complete without a trip to its famed bazaars. Do remember to pack-in extra place for all the cool souvenirs you will find here. At the Paltan Bazaar, you will find Bamboo, wood and clay artefacts. For traditional Assamese showpieces and books, Paanbazaar should be your destination. The Guwahati-Shillong (G.S) Road, is where you can go for a more mainstream shopping experience. Here you will find all the biggest malls in the city. At Fancy (Faasi) Bazaar—you must have guessed it right—you can get all things fancy like designer wear at wholesale prices.

Airport information for travelling from Hyderabad to Guwahati

Departure

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Shamshabad, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500409

Arrival

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (also known as Guwahati International Airport, formerly Borjhar Airport) (GAU)
Borjhar, Guwahati, Assam - 781015

Getting to Hyderabad Airport

• Pushpak, the airport’s luxury bus service picks up passengers from specific pick-up points within the city
• You can hire a taxi or radio cab
• There are many buses operated by the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh State Governments that travel from various destinations within and outside the city to the airport

Travelling from Guwahati Airport

• You can opt for a prepaid taxi or an app-based one
• The Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) runs buses between the airport and various destinations in the city