Flying from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
The timezone in Hyderabad is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is located in Hyderabad.
Arrive at 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 avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to HYD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to HYD flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near HYD and hit the lights earlier:
Pick up a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Hyderabad and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to the centre of Hyderabad is about 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Right now, $405 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $824. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to HYD. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Hyderabad. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Chicago to HYD plane ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hyderabad to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in December when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Hyderabad
Start your Hyderabad trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Meenakshi Temple, Charminar and Hyderabad charminar are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Hyderabad itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've done Hyderabad, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 257 kilometres east to Vijayawada to tick off its top attractions. From Sai Baba Temple to St. Paul's Cathedral and Seeta Rama temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad, Warangal is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Thousand Pillar Temple, Rudreswara Temple and Shiva Temple.
