The flight distance from George T Lewis Airport (CDK) in Cedar Key, United States to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 14,490 kilometers (9,004 miles / 7,824 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 16:17 in Cedar Key, it's 02:47 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 2,013 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits higher than George T Lewis Airport.

The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Cedar Key (CDK) follows a heading of 339° (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 George T Lewis Airport (CDK) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.