The flight distance from Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Windsor Locks, United States to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 12,798 kilometers (7,952 miles / 6,910 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 United States with India. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:54 in Windsor Locks, it's 21:24 in Hyderabad. With a 10.5-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 1,851 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits higher than Bradley International Airport.

The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Windsor Locks (BDL) follows a heading of 337° (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 Bradley International Airport (BDL) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.