The flight distance from Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids, United States to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 13,132 kilometers (8,160 miles / 7,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 04:57 in Grand Rapids, it's 14:27 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 1,230 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits higher than Gerald R Ford International Airport.

The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Grand Rapids (GRR) follows a heading of 347° (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 Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.