The flight distance from Franklin Regional Airport (FKN) in Franklin, United States to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 13,483 kilometers (8,378 miles / 7,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

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 10:02 in Franklin, it's 19:32 in Hyderabad. With a 9.5-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 1,984 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits higher than Franklin Regional Airport.

The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Franklin (FKN) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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