Flying from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Hyderabad nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Knoxville.
Your TYS to HYD flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way McGhee Tyson Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight is ₹ 81,202. A round-trip ticket is currently ₹ 114,686. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from TYS to HYD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TYS to HYD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
78.98% of flights that take off from McGhee Tyson Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach McGhee Tyson Airport from central Knoxville, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near TYS:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a McGhee Tyson Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HYD instead:
Pick up a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Hyderabad and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Hyderabad. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Hyderabad in April.
When reserving your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Hyderabad, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 40ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from TYS to HYD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Hyderabad has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north of Hyderabad, a trip to Nagpur will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
If you want to check out another major destination in India, consider Nowrangapur, about 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir are key reasons to visit.
