Hyderabad Airport to City: Taxi Fares, Buses and Travel Time
All the ways to get from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to the city, with distances, travel times and typical taxi fares to each area.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) is at Shamshabad, south of Hyderabad. The PVNR Expressway and the Outer Ring Road (ORR) connect it to most of the city, so the journey is quick outside peak hours.
Distance and Travel Time from Hyderabad Airport
| Destination | Distance | Travel time | Prebooked sedan fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gachibowli | About 30 km | 35 to 45 min | From ₹999 |
| Hitec City / Madhapur | About 35 km | 40 to 55 min | From ₹1,199 |
| Kukatpally | About 45 km | 50 to 70 min | From ₹1,399 |
| Secunderabad | About 40 km | 50 to 75 min | From ₹1,499 |
| Charminar | About 25 km | 40 to 60 min | Ask for quote |
| Banjara Hills | About 30 km | 45 to 60 min | Ask for quote |
Fares are for our prebooked sedans and exclude tolls and airport parking. SUVs and Tempo Travellers are also available. See our Hyderabad airport taxi page for all fares.
Ways to Get from the Airport to the City
1. Prebooked Airport Taxi
The most comfortable option, especially at night, with family or with heavy luggage. Your driver tracks your flight and waits at arrivals with a name board, so there is no queue and no surge pricing.
2. App Cabs
App cabs pick up from the designated pickup zone. Fares can rise sharply during late-night arrivals and peak hours.
3. Pushpak Airport Buses
TGSRTC's AC Pushpak buses connect the airport to major points like Hitec City, Secunderabad, JBS and Kukatpally. They are cheap but slower, and you may need a cab or auto for the last stretch.
4. Metro
There is currently no metro station at the airport. You can take a bus or cab to a metro station such as Raidurg or LB Nagar, then continue by metro.
Tips for Airport Transfers
- For departures, leave 3 hours before an international flight and 2 hours before a domestic flight. Add 30 minutes on weekday evenings.
- The ORR is the fastest route from Gachibowli, Hitec City and Kukatpally.
- The PVNR Expressway is the fastest route from Mehdipatnam, Banjara Hills and the city centre.
- Keep your flight number handy when booking so the driver can track delays.
Book an Airport Taxi
We run 24x7 pickups and drops at RGIA with fixed fares. Book a Hyderabad airport taxi, or travel straight from the airport to another city with a one way cab.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Hyderabad airport from Hitec City?
Hyderabad airport (RGIA) is about 35 km from Hitec City. The drive takes 40 to 55 minutes via the Outer Ring Road.
What is the taxi fare from Hyderabad airport to the city?
Prebooked sedan fares start at about ₹999 to Gachibowli, ₹1,199 to Hitec City and ₹1,499 to Secunderabad, excluding tolls and parking.
Is there a metro to Hyderabad airport?
There is currently no metro station at Hyderabad airport. Use a taxi, an app cab or the Pushpak airport bus.
How early should I leave for Hyderabad airport?
Reach the airport 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight. Allow 45 to 75 minutes for the drive from most parts of the city.
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