Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Hyderabad three hours 30 minutes ahead of Helsinki.
To ensure you catch your HEL to HYD flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HEL and HYD:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight is C$301. A round-trip ticket right now is C$705. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HEL to HYD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HEL to HYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights that leave from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Book a hotel near HYD if you're catching a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Hyderabad and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
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.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Hyderabad based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for May if you want to go to Hyderabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HEL to HYD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Hyderabad, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 418 kilometres north to Nagpur to check off its leading attractions. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, your itinerary will be busy.
Nowrangapur is another sought-after destination in India and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. No journey is complete without experiencing Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.