Airport Comparison
| HYD | MBJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad | Sangster International Airport |
| IATA Code | HYD | MBJ |
| ICAO Code | VOHS | MKJS |
| City | Hyderabad | Montego Bay |
| Country | India | Jamaica |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Jamaica |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft | 4 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.230000, 78.430000 | 18.500000, -77.910000 |
Hyderabad (HYD) to Montego Bay (MBJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica is 15,274 kilometers (9,491 miles / 8,247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 India with Jamaica. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:48 in Hyderabad, it's 18:18 in Montego Bay. With a 10.5-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 2,020 feet between the two airports. Sangster International Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.
The return flight from Montego Bay (MBJ) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 34° (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 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) and Sangster International Airport (MBJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.