The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Palo Alto Airport (PAO) in Palo Alto, United States is 13,565 kilometers (8,429 miles / 7,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 United States. 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 06:37 in Hyderabad, it's 18:07 in Palo Alto. With a 12.5-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 2,017 feet between the two airports. Palo Alto Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.

The return flight from Palo Alto (PAO) to Hyderabad (HYD) 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 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) and Palo Alto Airport (PAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.