Airport Comparison
| HYD | RGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport |
| IATA Code | HYD | RGL |
| ICAO Code | VOHS | SAWG |
| City | Hyderabad | Rio Gallegos |
| Country | India | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft | 61 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.230000, 78.430000 | -51.610000, -69.310000 |
Hyderabad (HYD) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 15,256 kilometers (9,480 miles / 8,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:15 in Hyderabad, it's 07:45 in Rio Gallegos. With a 8.5-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 1,963 feet between the two airports. Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.
The return flight from Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 131° (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 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) and Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.