Airport Comparison
| HYD | RND | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad | Randolph Afb Airport |
| IATA Code | HYD | RND |
| ICAO Code | VOHS | KRND |
| City | Hyderabad | Universal City |
| Country | India | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft | 761 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.230000, 78.430000 | 29.530000, -98.280000 |
Hyderabad (HYD) to Universal City (RND) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Randolph Afb Airport (RND) in Universal City, United States is 14,804 kilometers (9,199 miles / 7,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 00:11 in Hyderabad, it's 12:41 in Universal City. With a 11.5-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 1,263 feet between the two airports. Randolph Afb Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.
The return flight from Universal City (RND) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 4° (north). 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 Randolph Afb Airport (RND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.