The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 14,042 kilometers (8,726 miles / 7,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 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 09:25 in Hyderabad, it's 19:55 in Santa Monica. With a 13.5-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 1,854 feet between the two airports. Santa Monica Municipal Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.

The return flight from Santa Monica (SMO) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 340° (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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.