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Hyderabad Airport | Getting Around Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Hyderabad Airport | Getting Around Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

The official name of the Hyderabad airport is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), and it is located about 15 miles south of city center. The airport contains only one terminal and is ranked in the top airports of the world by AirHelp for on-time performance, service quality and food and shops. Hyderabad airport sees more than 6 million passengers each year, and travelers are treated to convenient transport, nearby hotels and a few top attractions that can be enjoyed during long layovers.

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Airport Facilities

Like most world-class airports, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport offers passengers an array of conveniences which contribute to stress-free travel. All guests have access to free Wi-Fi, baby care rooms, a customer service desk, a pharmacy and medical services, prayer rooms, money exchange kiosks and ATMs. Business guests and VIP travelers can take advantage of several lounges dotted throughout the terminal section. In addition to several upscale shops and restaurants, the airport in Hyderabad also offers a food court with several restaurants that serve sit-down meals as well as quick bites to grab on the go.

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Transportation

While Hyderabad’s train system does offer convenient transportation around the city, it does not go to the airport. Getting to and from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport still is easy, though, with a taxi or bus.

  • Taxi – guests can book a pre-paid taxi at the service counter after landing in the arrivals area or hail a metered cab in the parking area outside the terminal. Depending on the drop-off location, fares into Hyderabad city center generally cost 500 to 1,000 INR (6.70 to 13.40 USD).
  • Uber or Ola – ridesharing is available in Hyderabad through Uber and Ola. After booking a ride, passengers can wait in one of the dedicated pickup zones, which are well marked outside the terminal.
  • Bus – this air-conditioned bus shuttles passengers from the airport to many popular points in the city. Guests may be able to get within walking distance of their hotels via the bus. Rides cost between 100 and 250 INR (1.35 to 3.35 USD).
  • Auto rickshaw – passengers who don’t have a lot of luggage and don’t mind the wind blowing through their hair can hire an auto rickshaw from the airport. Customers should negotiate a price before getting into a rickshaw. Fares generally run 20 INR (.27 USD) for the first mile, so guests can estimate the cost of their journey according to distance.

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Places to visit near Hyderabad Airport

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Hotels near Hyderabad Airport

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