Delhi to Hyderabad Flights

Route overview

Route: Delhi (DEL) → Hyderabad (HYD) | Distance: ~1259 km | Flight Time: 2 hr 18 min | Starting Fare: From ₹4,536 one-way (reported, Expedia India, Oct 2026)

Delhi to Hyderabad is one of India’s busiest domestic corridors, so you rarely have to settle for a bad fare. With roughly 24–28 nonstop flights a day across four airlines, the cheapest seats move fast, and comparing airlines side by side is the quickest way to find them. This guide covers what the route actually costs by booking window, which airline flies when, how Delhi’s split terminals work, and the January window when Sankranti pushes Hyderabad-bound fares up.

Book flights from Delhi (DEL) to Hyderabad (HYD). The aerial distance is approximately 1259 km, with typical non-stop flight times around 2 hr 18 min. Compare fares across airlines on YovoTrip.

Flight highlights

Delhi to Hyderabad Flight Highlights

Book flights from Delhi (DEL) to Hyderabad (HYD). The aerial distance is about 1,250–1,268 km, with typical nonstop flight times around 2h 10m–2h 25m. About 24–28 nonstop flights a day (roughly 190 a week) are listed across IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and Air India Express. A reported starting fare of ₹4,536 one-way appeared on Expedia India in Oct 2026. Compare live fares on YovoTrip.

Airlines

Airlines Flying Delhi to Hyderabad

IndiGo (about 11–12 a day), Air India (about 10–13 a day), Akasa Air (about 1 a day) and Air India Express (limited; varies by day) all operate nonstop. Frequencies come from flightsfrom.com, idealo and Air India’s route page, which differ by a few flights a day. Departures run around the clock, from about 1 AM to 11 PM. Confirm the operating airline and exact flight for your selected date before booking.

Airline	Type	Frequency	Avg. duration	Direct flights
IndiGo	Low-Cost	5–7 daily	2 hr 18 min	Yes
Air India	Full-Service	2–4 daily	2 hr 18 min	Yes
Akasa Air	Value	2–4 daily	2 hr 18 min	Yes
Air India Express	Value	1–3 daily	2 hr 18 min	Yes

IndiGo

Low-Cost

Frequency

5–7 daily

Avg. duration

2 hr 18 min

Direct flights

Yes

Air India

Full-Service

Frequency

2–4 daily

Avg. duration

2 hr 18 min

Direct flights

Yes

Akasa Air

Value

Frequency

2–4 daily

Avg. duration

2 hr 18 min

Direct flights

Yes

Air India Express

Value

Frequency

1–3 daily

Avg. duration

2 hr 18 min

Direct flights

Yes

Fare guide

How Much Does a Delhi to Hyderabad Flight Cost?

Fares on this route are driven mostly by how early you book and whether you are flying into a festival week. The bands below are indicative and are not live prices.

Lowest reported one-way was ₹4,536 (Expedia India, Oct 2026). Also reported: Air India Express showed DEL–HYD from ₹12,452 for 4 Oct 2026 and ₹15,742 for 25 Nov 2026 (Air India Express flights page, accessed Oct 2026). These were near-date fares and show how quickly prices climb close to departure. Always use the final price shown for your chosen flight.

Airport info

Airport Information

Essential details about the departure and arrival airports for this route.

Travel tips

Tips for Booking Delhi to Hyderabad Flights

Tips for booking Delhi to Hyderabad flights:

Best time to book

When to Book Delhi to Hyderabad Flights for the Best Price?

The best booking window is about 3–6 weeks before departure. Tuesday and Wednesday departures are usually cheapest; Friday evening and Sunday evening are dearest. Very early morning and late-night flights tend to undercut mid-morning business slots.

Cheapest months

Cheapest Months to Fly

• December (excluding Christmas week): December is reported as the lowest-average month for DEL→HYD (FareCompare), excluding Christmas week. February to March and August to September are also usually soft.

Peak travel

Most Expensive Times

• Sankranti, Diwali, year-end: The week before Sankranti (around 10–14 Jan), the Diwali week, and 20 Dec–2 Jan.

Fare strategies

Tips to Get the Cheapest Delhi to Hyderabad Flight

Tips to get the cheapest Delhi to Hyderabad flight:

1. Compare all four airlines on one screen

   IndiGo and Air India price-match closely, and Akasa occasionally undercuts both on its single daily flight.

2. Set a fare alert 6–8 weeks out

   Book on the first meaningful drop.

3. Check the fare calendar ±2 days

   If your dates are flexible, shifting from Friday to Thursday often saves more than any coupon.

4. Fly hand-baggage-only if you can

   Several low-cost fares are cheaper without a check-in bag.

5. Look at overnight departures

   If arriving at Hyderabad around dawn suits you; the airport is 24 km out, so early arrivals beat city traffic.

6. Apply bank and wallet offers at checkout

   Compare them with the fare difference between airlines.

7. For a same-day return, use Air India’s frequency

   Air India’s frequency (10+ a day) gives you the most fallback options if a meeting runs long.

How to book

How to Book Delhi to Hyderabad Flights on YovoTrip?

Compare every nonstop on the route in one search, filter by time and airline, and lock in the lowest fare for your dates on YovoTrip.

1. Open YovoTrip and choose Flights

   Open YovoTrip on web or app and choose Flights.

2. Enter DEL and HYD

   Enter Delhi (DEL) as origin and Hyderabad (HYD) as destination.

3. Pick date, travellers and cabin

   Pick your travel date, or open the fare calendar to compare nearby days. Add travellers and cabin class, then tap Search.

4. Filter nonstop, airline and time

   Use the Nonstop, Airline and Departure time filters to narrow the list.

5. Compare what each fare includes

   Compare fares side by side, including check-in bag, seat, meal and change fee.

6. Enter names as on government ID

   Select your flight, review fare rules, then enter traveller names exactly as on your government ID.

7. Pay and keep the e-ticket

   Your e-ticket and PNR arrive by email and WhatsApp. Web check-in opens on the airline site before departure.

Confirm your Delhi terminal (T1, T2 or T3) on the boarding pass. Terminal allocations changed twice in 2025 and still shift by flight number.

Schedule guide

Delhi to Hyderabad Flight Schedule

Departures are spread through the day. Times below are general patterns, not a timetable. Check live times when you search.

Departures run around the clock, from about 1 AM to 11 PM.

Times below are general patterns, not a timetable. Check live times when you search.

Choose your flight

Which Delhi to Hyderabad Flight Should You Choose?

For price, start with IndiGo and Akasa and then check whether Air India’s fare, which includes a meal and check-in bag, closes the gap. On busy dates it often does. For reliability on a tight schedule, the sheer frequency on this route is your safety net. Pick a morning flight and you will have multiple later options if anything slips.

Still unsure? Use Yovo AI to filter flights by timing, fare, or airline.

Baggage

Delhi to Hyderabad Baggage Allowance

Allowances depend on the fare you buy, not just the airline. Cheapest “lite” or hand-baggage fares may exclude check-in luggage.

• IndiGo: Typically 15 kg checked baggage in economy (varies by fare type); 7 kg cabin bag
• Air India: 25 kg checked baggage in economy; 8 kg cabin bag
• Air India Express: 15–20 kg checked baggage; 7 kg cabin bag; extra bag options available
• Akasa Air: 15 kg checked baggage (standard); 7 kg cabin bag

IndiGo: 7 kg + 3 kg personal item cabin; 15 kg check-in on Saver/Flexi (up to 20 kg with UpFront, more on Stretch).

Air India: 7 kg cabin; 15 kg on domestic economy (varies by fare bundle).

Air India Express: 7 kg + 3 kg personal item; 15 kg on Value/Classic fares — check if your fare includes check-in.

Akasa Air: 7 kg cabin; typically 15 kg check-in, but check your fare.

Travel reminders

Things to Remember Before Your Delhi to Hyderabad Flight

Things to remember before your Delhi to Hyderabad flight:

• Carry a valid government photo ID

  DigiYatra is available at both DEL and HYD for faster entry.

• Confirm your Delhi terminal

  It could be T1, T2 or T3. Read it off the boarding pass.

• Web check-in windows

  Web check-in usually opens 48 hours before departure and closes about 60 minutes before for domestic flights.

• Hyderabad airport is 24 km from the city

  Reach Hyderabad airport with time to spare on the return.

• Power banks go in cabin baggage only

  Never in checked bags.

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Things to do

What to See & Do in Hyderabad

Two or three days is enough for the highlights: Charminar and Laad Bazaar, Golconda Fort, Salar Jung Museum, Ramoji Film City, Hussain Sagar and Necklace Road, and Hyderabadi biryani.

Destination

About Hyderabad

Hyderabad mixes Qutb Shahi history with a fast-growing tech city. Two or three days is enough for the highlights. See Charminar and Laad Bazaar, Golconda Fort, Salar Jung Museum, Ramoji Film City, Hussain Sagar and Necklace Road, and Hyderabadi biryani.