Airport Comparison
| CMU | HYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chimbu Airport | Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad |
| IATA Code | CMU | HYD |
| ICAO Code | AYCH | VOHS |
| City | Kundiawa | Hyderabad |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | India |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Asia/Kolkata |
| Elevation | 4,974 ft | 2,024 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.020000, 144.970000 | 17.230000, 78.430000 |
Kundiawa (CMU) to Hyderabad (HYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chimbu Airport (CMU) in Kundiawa, Papua New Guinea to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India is 7,749 kilometers (4,815 miles / 4,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Papua New Guinea with India. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:41 in Kundiawa, it's 20:11 in Hyderabad. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,950 feet between the two airports. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad sits lower than Chimbu Airport.
The return flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Kundiawa (CMU) follows a heading of 103° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chimbu Airport (CMU) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.