The flight distance from Alakanuk Airport (AUK) in Alakanuk, United States to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 9,592 kilometers (5,960 miles / 5,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with India. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:56 in Alakanuk, it's 14:26 in Hyderabad. With a 14.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,002 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits higher than Alakanuk Airport.

The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Alakanuk (AUK) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alakanuk Airport (AUK) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.