The flight distance from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 1,060 kilometers (659 miles / 573 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Sri Lanka with India. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:44 in Sigiriya, it's 22:44 in Hyderabad.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,394 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits higher than Sigiriya Airport.

The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Sigiriya (GIU) follows a heading of 166° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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